10 of the best headphones for kids in 2025, recommended by parents
Whether you're after wired or wireless kids headphones, we've rounded up 10 of the best options that are perfect for using at home or while travelling
If you're done with listening to the same song or episode of Bluey on repeat (although who could ever get sick of Bluey!) then you're probably considering buying your child a pair of headphones.
That being said, finding a good pair of headphones for your child can be tough especially given the need to factor in protecting your child's hearing.
Thankfully, there are a bunch of great headphones for kids available and we've rounded up a list of our favourites to help you choose what to buy.
Beyond having more child-friendly designs and ergonomics, kids' headphones use volume limits to help ensure that your child's hearing is protected while listening.
- What are the different types of headphones available?
- What to look out for when choosing headphones for kids?
We've broken our list into two categories, wired and wireless using Bluetooth to help you find what you're looking for more quickly. Both options have their plusses and minuses with wired headphones not needing to be charged and generally being cheaper while wireless options are generally more convenient to use.
A pair of headphones isn't much use without something to play audio, so you might want to check out our list of the best tablets for kids as well as our round-up of the best kid's music players. And if you're torn between the Yoto Player and Toniebox, check out our Yoto vs Tonies article to help you choose.
Best wired headphones for kids at a glance
- Best for a stylish fit: Pogs The Elephant 2 kids headphones, £31.99
- Best for a range of colour options: Tonies Foldable Headphones, £24.99
- Best for listening together: Yoto Headphones, £24.99
- Best looking wired headphones: Skullcandy Grom Wired Headphones, £24.99
Best wireless headphones for kids at a glance
- Best overall headphones for kids: Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Wireless Headphones, £29.99
- Best for great sound quality: JBL Junior 310 BT Headphones, £39.99
- Best noise cancelling kids headphones: JBL Junior 470NC Wireless Headphones, £69.99
- Best for comfort on a budget: JLab JBuddies Studio Kids, £29.99
- Best budget wireless options: PowerLocus Wireless Headphones for Kids, £21
- Best for Yoto fans: Yoto Wireless Headphones, £34.99
Best wired headphones for kids
1. The Elephant 2 by Pogs, £31.99
Best for a stylish fit
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Lightweight
- Small when folded
- Great colour options
Cons:
- Not the cheapest
When we asked our Top Testers Club for their recommendations for kids headphones, a lot of them pointed to the brand Pogs and their fantastic budget friendly Elephant 2 headphones.
These stylish headphones come in 5 different colours and offer a great fit for a range of ages and sound excellent for their price.
"We have Pogs and love them," noted parent tester Lucy. "They fold in so neatly and have a volume restriction so children can't have them too loud and cause damage. [They are the] perfect size for toddlers as my daughter has been using them since she was 2."
Available from: Amazon
2. Tonies Foldable Headphones, £24.99
Best for a range of colour options
Volume Limit: 85 dB +/- 3 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Fantastic array of colours to match your Toniebox
Cons:
- Might not suit older children
You're probably already familiar with the Toniebox (check out our Toniebox review if you aren't) but did you know you could buy matching headphones specifically designed to complement your child's Toniebox?
These are probably some of the most simple headphones on our list but that doesn't mean they're bad. They offer all the same safety features you'd expect from kids headphones and they come in a fun array of colours.
They're not the cheapest, especially consider there are more feature rich headphones at a similar price point, but they're great if you've got a child who absolutely loves listening to their Toniebox.
Available from: Tonies, Amazon
3. Yoto Headphones, £24.99
Best for listening together
Volume Limit: 85 dB +/- 3 dB | Foldable: No | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Can use 2 pairs with 1 Yoto Player
- Braided cable
- Travel bag included
Cons:
- Not foldable
- Only 1 colour option
Not to be outdone, Yoto also have their own range of kids headphones including wired and wireless options. Both follow a similar design to the Yoto Player itself with bright orange, robust, rubberised plastic.
Unlike many of the headphones on this list, the Yoto Headphones aren't foldable, however they do include a cloth travel bag to make it easy to carry with you.
Like the Tonies Headphones, these really shine when paired with a Yoto Player as you are able to daisy chain 2 sets of headphones to listen together from 1 player making them great for sharing audio.
4. Skullcandy Grom Wired Headphones, £24.99
Best looking wired headphones
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Great design
- Share audio port
- In-built controls
Cons:
- Limited colour options
If you're after the best looking pair of headphones then look no further than the Skullcandy Grom Wired. These stylish headphones may only come in 2 colourways but those colours are beautiful.
They have a nice fabric headband and soft ear cups designed to ensure the fit is comfy and secure.
Skullcandy are also known for providing reliable audio quality for a great price so you know you're getting a product from a brand with a reputation for quality.
Available from: Amazon, Skullcandy
Best wireless headphones for kids
5. Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Wireless Headphones, £29.99
Best overall headphones for kids
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: No | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Fun colours
- Reasonable price
- Durable build quality
- Reliable brand
Cons:
- Not foldable
- Maybe be too big for younger children
By far and away the most popular headphones among our Top Testers are the Belkin SoundForm Mini wireless headphones. These sleekly designed headphones come from one of the most reliable brands in consumer electronics and it's clear to see.
Not only are these headphones well designed, durable and easy to use, they also have a built in microphone and up to 30 hours of battery life all for fantastic price.
"They are sold as kid safe, are easy to use and comfortable," said parent tester Kate. "We’ve done a couple of flights with them and [my kids are] really happy with them. The battery life is good and they come with a wire if it runs out."
6. JBL Junior 310 BT Headphones, £39.99
Best for great sound quality
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Fantastic audio quality
- Great battery life
- Built-in controls
Cons:
- More expensive than other kids headphones
JBL are a well known brand in the audio world, known for their great audio quality and well designed products. That same expertise is also available in a child friendly package with a safe 85 dB limit.
If you've got a big music lover in your family then these are the headphones for them. They combine great sound quality - crisp highs and deep bass - with everything you'd expect from a pair of kid safe headphones to provide the best audio experience.
They definitely sit at the more expensive end of the market, though not by much, but these are a fantastic pair of great looking, well built headphones. The blue and pink colour might be my favourite colourway on this list.
Available from: Amazon, Currys
7. JBL Junior 470NC Wireless Headphones, £69.99
Best noise cancelling kids headphones
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: No | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- ANC
- Great battery life
- Quite bulky
Cons:
- Expensive
Sticking with JBL, they've also got a noise cancelling version of their kids headphones which takes the same great audio quality and kid safe features and adds Active Noise Cancelling.
Active Noise Cancelling or ANC is a fancy piece of tech that filters out outside noise allowing for a more quiet, comfortable experience. Most headphones, including those featured on this list, have some form of Passive Noise Cancellation, which basically just means they form a slight seal around the ear physically blocking out some, but not all, sound. ANC cranks this up a notch and can be hugely helpful in particularly loud environments like planes and trains.
ANC does come at a price, though, with these being the most expensive pair of headphones on our list by some way but the addition of the game changing tech might make these a worthwhile investment for your child.
Available from: Amazon, Currys
8. JLab JBuddies Studio Kids, £29.99
Best for comfort on a budget
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Comfy fit
- Great battery life
Cons:
- Might be too big for younger children
- Limited colour options
If you're after a particularly comfy pair of headphones then the JLab JBuddies Studio Kids use plush memory foam around the ear cups to provide an extra snug fit making them ideal for travelling.
Battery life is also a strong suit here, again making them well suited for long listening sessions. It is worth pointing out, though, that these are on the larger side making them more suitable for children ages 6 and older, but that may differ depending on your child.
They also have an innovative feature that allows you to connect the headphones via a cable allowing 2 children to share a single screen.
Tester Louise, who used them with her 5-year-old, said, “They’ve been great. We like that they have kids volume control which I was surprised a lot of kids headphones didn’t have.”
Available from: Argos, Amazon
9. PowerLocus Wireless Headphones for Kids, £21
Best budget wireless option
Volume Limit: 85 dB | Foldable: Yes | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Travel case included
- Wide array of designs
Cons:
- Batter life isn't as good as other options
Another pair of kids headphones that came particularly highly rated by members of our Top Testers Club was the PowerLocus Wireless Headphones.
These sleek, simple, headphones are a great way of picking up a fun pair of wireless headphones for your child without breaking the bank.
As parent tester Elise noted, "I did a LOT of research last year and finally went with Power Locus which have been great for us. Foldable, affordable, durable, bluetooth and wired option, handy bag for travel, noise limited for little ears."
Available from: Amazon
10. Yoto Wireless Headphones, £34.99
Best for Yoto fans
Volume Limit: 85 dB +/- 3 dB | Foldable: No | Detachable Cables: Yes
Pros:
- Can use 2 pairs with 1 Yoto Player using wire
- Travel bag included
Cons:
- Not foldable
- Only 1 colour option
Yoto also offer a wireless version of their Yoto Headphones with the same bright orange, robust, rubberised plastic design.
Like the wired version of the Yoto Headphones you are able to daisy chain 2 sets of headphones using the included cable to listen together from 1 player making them great for sharing audio.
What are the different types of headphones available?
Over-ear/on-ear - these are the headphones that most people are familiar with sitting either over or on your ears. Despite being bulky, the provide a lot more benefits than in-ear headphones usually having better sound quality due to larger drivers and they tend to be more comfortable, though this will depend on the materials and fit. Wireless over-ear/on-ear options also tend to have larger batteries included meaning longer listening.
In-ear - we haven't included any in-ear headphones on our list as most of the best kids options tend to be over-ear/on-ear but they can be useful if you're looking for something that's portable and easy to use. Just make sure that they have the same volume limit found in over-ear/on-ear kids headphones.
Wired or wireless? - as you'll see from our list, you can get both wired and wireless options. Wired options are great if you're looking for something cheaper that you won't have to remember to charge. Whereas, wireless options are great if you're worried about the wire getting tangled during use. It is worth pointing out that many wired options have a removable cable to make transportation and storage easier and many wireless options also include a cable as a back-up if the battery dies.
Active Noise Cancelling - ANC essentially uses some fancy maths to listen to the environment around you and then remove certain sounds to provide a more quite, comfortable listening experience. This is very much a premium feature and something not a lot of budget friendly kids headphones offer.
What to look out for when choosing headphones for kids?
Volume limited ins the most important child-specific safety feature to look out for when buying headphones for your kids. Ensuring they cannot raise the volume above a specific level will protect your child's hearing, something that's particularly important when using headphones. The World Health Organisation says the safety limit should be set at a maximum of 85 dB.
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