The Best Headphones for Kids and Teens

When it comes to schoolwork, gaming or watching movies, these are the headphones you’ll want for your kids.

September 09, 2021

By: Amanda Mushro

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7 Awesome Headphones for Kids of All Ages

When it comes to headphones for your kids, there are a few things you need to look for: comfort, durability, sound quality, and volume limits to protect those precious ears. While there are plenty of kid-friendly headphones to choose from, you’ll quickly find that many don’t work for kids of all ages — and most importantly, some don’t come with sound and volume safety features. With kids sporting headphones for school, gaming, and connecting to their devices, there are a lot of features to consider. We’ve rounded up a few favorites that are both kid and parent-approved.

Puro Sound Labs BT2200s

The Puro headphones easily connect to Bluetooth for wireless use, so there are no cords to get tangled. Plus, these have amazing sound quality! However, the most notable feature of these headphones is the safe listening levels in place to keep your child’s hearing protected. While these headphones are on the pricier side, they can be a good investment because they are made with a durable aluminum frame rather than plastic, the headphones extend and grow with your child (kids ages 2-11), and they also come with a protection plan in case they headphones are damaged. If your child wears headphones a lot for school or gaming, this might be a good option.

BUY IT: Amazon, $99.00

ONANOFF BuddyPhones

This pick is a great option for younger kids because it's designed for children ages 2-11. They come in fun colors and designs, and they are foldable, so storage is super easy. These headphones have built-in safety levels for sounds too. Kids find them comfortable and parents say they pass the durability test for young kids. However, when the headphones aren’t in use, parents suggest detaching the cord to keep it from getting damaged.

BUY IT: Amazon, $24.99

Snug Play

If you need headphones for your toddler, these are the ones you’ll want to add to your cart. They’re perfectly sized for little ones, have plenty of padding to keep them comfy on your child’s ears, and feature volume and sound control. These headphones come in a variety of colors and patterns, so kids will love choosing their favorite colors.

BUY IT: Amazon, $17.99

LilGadgets Connect

Your kids will love that these headphones come in a variety of colors — and you’ll love that they are volume limiting, but still have great sound quality. These headphones are designed for kids ages six and up. They are super durable and even come with a feature to share the sounds without having a splitter.

BUY IT: Amazon, $29.95

JLab JBuddies Studio

Here is a great option for big kids! These wireless headphones by JLab are Bluetooth enabled and come with volume and sound controls. Reviewers say these headphones are really comfortable and the extra padding on the ears helps them stay put. The headphones have 13 hours of charge time and they come with a built-in microphone, so kids can use these them for school and for fun.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.99

iClever

These headphones are a great cost-friendly option. They come with Bluetooth, built-in microphones, and sound level protection. There are plenty of colors for kids to choose from and when charged, kids can get 22 hours of wireless listening.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.99

SIMOLIO Wired Headphones

If your kids have sensitive hearing, consider these headphones. They have a variety of safe listening levels that are designed for kids with sensitive ears. Fans of these headphones say they are super durable and withstand kids using them for school and for gaming. Plus, they come with a carrying case that makes storage a breeze.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.99

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