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Kids use technology daily- for school, for fun, phones, computers, tablets- the list goes on and on. An important accessory to all of the technology kids are using are headphones. Headphones are a great way for kids to use technology in a way that doesn’t interfere with others, as well as a way to help kids stay focused on what they’re working on, watching or listening to. In this blog post, we’ll go over the Best Kids Headphones out there!

What is the Difference Between Kids Headphones and Adult Headphones?

There are two main differences between headphones designed for kids vs headphones designed for adults. The first difference is the dimensions of the headphones themselves. Headphones designed for kids are smaller to fit them better. They are also designed to to be a little more sturdy for the young users. The other main difference is that a lot of kids headphones have a volume limit. For most headphones for kids, the maximum volume threshold is 85dB (listening to music above 85dB over a certain amount of time puts you at risk for permanent hearing damage).

Best Kids Headphones

Puro Sound Labs BT2200

The Puro Sound Labs BT2200 is a great option if you are looking for wireless headphones with volume control. It has noise isolation and the bluetooth has a 30 foot range. It also comes with a 3.5mm audio cord so if your device doesn’t have bluetooth, they’ll still work. There is a microphone built into the earpiece. These headphones are comfy and adjustable, and parents and kids love the great sound quality!

JLab JBuddies Studio Wireless

The JLab JBuddies Studio Wireless headphones are a super comfy wireless option. They also come with volume control (85d). The ear pieces and the headband are cushioned to give your kid an extra comfy fit. These headphones have a 13 hour Bluetooth playtime as well as a 30 foot Bluetooth range and a 3.5mm audio cord. A microphone is also included. The JLab JBuddies Studio Wireless headphones do not have noise isolation. For louder spaces (planes, outdoors, shopping, etc.), the combination of volume control and noise can make it difficult for kids to hear what is actually being played on the headphones.

Onanoff BuddyPhones

The Onaoff BuddyPhones headphones are a great option for younger kids. They are super durable, foldable and come with a travel case. They also come with stickers and diiy stickers kids can use to decorate their headphones. The Onanoff BuddyPhones are not wireless, but they do come with a shareable audio cable with a miccrophone. This means that you can connect more than one set of headphones to the same device. The volume control on these headphones is also 85dB. They are compatible with Kindle Fire, iPad, iPhone and Android devices.

LilGadgets Untangled Pro

This pair of wireless headphones offers a built-in microphone and comes in 6 different colors. One really cool feature of these headphones is the SharePort feature. This allows one headphone to be connected wirelessy and others to dais-chain so that everyone is listening wirelessly. The ear pads and headband are cushioned. The LilGadgets Untangled Pro also come with a 3.5 cable line with microphone in case you outlast the 12 hours of Bluetooth battery life. These headphones include noise reduction and volume control limited to 85dB. Another bonus- a portion of each purchase goes towards bullying prevention and awareness in schools.

Elecder i37

The Elecder i37 headphones are a great budget option for kids headphones. They are adjustable, cushioned on the ear pieces and the headband and foldable. However, they do not have a mircrophone or volume control. They are noise isolating, so in theory, kids shouldn’t need to turn the volume up as high because they are cancelling out the background noise. They come in a bunch of different colors and include a 3.5mm audio jack. The audio cord is durable and tangle free. They work great with cell phones, computers and tablets.

CozyPhones

CozyPhones headphones have a unique headband design that makes them extra comfortable to wear. They come in a ton of fun designs and characters geared towards kids. These speakers to these headphones are inside of a washable fleece headband. The fit is soft and secure, and so comfy, kids easily fall asleep with them on. They have a 3.5mm jack and the cord is braided so it won’t kink, tangle or break. The volume control on CozyPhones is set to 90dB. These headphones do not have noise isolation, so keep that in mind if you are using them on airplanes or in loud places.

JBL JR300BT and JBL JR300

The JBL JR300 comes in two options: wired and bluetooth. We think both are great options for kids headphones! Both sets are designed for kids with comfotable cushioning and volume limited to 85dB. They both come in a variety of colors, and the wired option also includes stickers kids can use to customize their headphones. The bluetooth option has 12 hours of battery life, and a quick charge (10 minutes charging = 1 hour of play time). JBL headphones are known for their sound quality, and their kids line is no different.

Conclusion

No matter which headphones you decide to get for your child, there are a few key points to consider:

Comfort
Volume Control
Durability

The headphones we listed as the Best Kids Headphones are all designed for kids, so they are comfortable and and fit smaller heads and ears.

Many children’s headphones come with volume control. Some don’t. This is a personal preference for parents. Just be sure you’re aware of the volume control, or lack thereof, on the headphones you choose. That way you’ll know if you need to control the volume yourself or if the headphones will do it for you. Some parents opt for no volume control because the headphones will be used on planes or in noisy areas where the volume control makes it hard for kids to hear anything.

The last feature to consider is durability. Kids are typically harder on their belongings than adults. Headphones designed specifically for children are also designed to withstand the wear and tear that comes with kids.

We hope this lis of the Bes Kids Headphones has been helpful! Let us know in the comments!

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