The 27 best ipod headphone brands
Apple, Sony and LG lead our ranking of 27 ipod headphone brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.
Ipod Headphone brands, ranked
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1
Apple
Wired EarPods and remote-mic earphones that ship with iPods and iPhones, the simplest match for the player's own controls.
Website: support.apple.com |Brands like Apple
Popularity 10.0/10
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Sony
Sony's MDR-series on-ear and over-ear cans for portable players, including the MDR-V6 studio-style model many DJs and editors keep on hand.
Website: sony.com |Brands like Sony
Popularity 0.4/10
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3
LG
Simple wired earphones and Tone-style headsets sold alongside LG phones, usually at modest prices.
Website: lg.com |Brands like LG
Popularity 0.3/10
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Maxell
Budget-oriented earbuds and headphones from a battery and cassette brand, often sold as simple in-ear sets.
Website: maxell.eu |Brands like Maxell
Popularity 0.2/10
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6
Bose
SoundSport in-ear sport earphones with a secure fit, popular for running and gym use with iPods and phones.
Top products: SoundSport
Website: bose.com |Brands like Bose
Popularity 0.2/10
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7
Belkin
Mostly cables and adapters, plus simple earphones and audio accessories for iPod and iPhone connections.
Website: belkin.com |Brands like Belkin
Popularity 0.2/10
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8
Memorex
Inexpensive earbuds and headphones from a long-running audio and media brand, suited to everyday portable players.
Website: memorex.com |Brands like Memorex
Popularity 0.1/10
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9
iHip
Colourful earbuds and earphones with simple controls, sold for iPod and iPhone users who want a cheap spare pair.
Website: ihip.com |Brands like iHip
Popularity 0.1/10
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10
ELECOM
Japanese earphones with thin cables and compact designs, often sold through electronics shops in Japan.
Popularity 0.1/10
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11
JVC
Lightweight HA-FXP3 earbuds in patterned finishes, with in-line controls that suit iPods and MP3 players.
Top products: HA-FXP3
Website: us.jvc.com |Brands like JVC
Popularity 0.1/10
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12
Philips
Affordable in-ear and over-ear models in many colours, sold widely through electronics retailers.
Website: usa.philips.com |Brands like Philips
Popularity 0.1/10
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13
Logitech
Mainly computer-focused headsets, with some earphones that work with portable players and phones.
Website: logitech.com |Brands like Logitech
Popularity 0.1/10
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14
Nike
Blue Ribbon Sports was a sportswear company founded in 1964. After launching the Nike shoe brand, the company was rebranded as Nike in 1978. Its popularity exploded in the late 80s when it started acquiring numerous shoe companies and including...
Website: nike.com |Brands like Nike
Popularity 0.1/10
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15
Monster
Based in California, Monster makes headphones, HDMI cables, AC adapters and computer chargers. Its headphones form the most visible part of the line, and the cables and chargers serve home theater and computer setups. Shoppers comparing cables should check the...
Popularity 0.1/10
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16
H2O Audio
Waterproof swim headphones that clip to an iPod Shuffle and stay in the ear during laps and workouts.
Top products: Interval Swim Headphones
Website: h2oaudio.com |Brands like H2O Audio
Popularity 0.1/10
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17
iHome
iHome builds its line around speakers for iPod, iPhone and iPad, along with clock radios and portable Bluetooth speakers. The brand works in consumer audio. Its compact designs come in several sizes and colors, so buyers can choose a model...
Website: ihomeaudio.com |Brands like iHome
Popularity 0.1/10
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18
Koss
John C. Koss established Koss in 1958. Koss pioneered elevated driver units and rare earth magnets in stereo headphones, which are still popular today from a modest basement workshop. Today, Koss provides consumers worldwide with a complete variety of award-winning...
Website: koss.com |Brands like Koss
Popularity 0.1/10
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19
Skullcandy
SkullCandy is known for its sharp taste in music. They are on a mission to make people believe that music can heal people, and they want to make the experience of music indoors and outdoors magical. The company was founded...
Website: skullcandy.com |Brands like Skullcandy
Popularity 0.1/10
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20
Scosche
Scosche designs car audio installation parts such as dash kits, wiring harnesses and radio mounts, including Metra-branded dash kits. Audio gear and charging accessories for phones, MP3 players and computers sit alongside them. These parts are used when upgrading a...
Website: scosche.com |Brands like Scosche
Popularity 0.1/10
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21
Insignia
Insignia manufactures a range of electronic products, including TVs and headphones. They also carry other items like home theatre systems and gaming accessories. The brand's products are made using the latest technology and have simple and sleek designs. They are...
Website: bestbuy.com |Brands like Insignia
Popularity 0.1/10
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22
Sennheiser
Based in Wedemark, Germany, Sennheiser makes headphones, including balanced models, and wireless microphone systems. Its audio products are used by listeners at home and by performers and broadcasters on stage. The company has built its name on sound quality across...
Website: en-us.sennheiser.com |Brands like Sennheiser
Popularity 0.1/10
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23
Beats by Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine launched Beats with one objective: to deliver the most fabulous headphones in the world. They've assembled some of the world's most outstanding audio engineers, who have designed a wide selection of headphones that will rock...
Website: beatsbydre.com |Brands like Beats by Dr. Dre
Popularity 0.1/10
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24
Coby
Coby offers affordable audio and simple home electronics, including headphones, FM radios, digital photo frames and remote controls. Its portable MP3/CD boomboxes include an AM/FM tuner, an LCD display and a 3.5 mm aux jack. Coby also produces basic personal...
Website: cobyusa.com |Brands like Coby
Popularity 0.1/10
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25
Gear4
Gear4 makes protective cases for Apple iPhones, including clear cases and rugged models for the iPhone 4. Its line is built around D3O impact-absorbing technology, which goes into slim cases such as the Crystal Palace clear case and the Denali...
Popularity 0.1/10
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26
JBL
Over-ear and on-ear headphones, portable Bluetooth speakers, and wireless speakers are the main focus of JBL. The brand is part of Harman and offers wired and wireless models, along with soundbars. Its speakers and headphones are sold for listening at...
Website: jbl.com |Brands like JBL
Popularity 0.1/10
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Aiwa
Aiwa, an audio company, still makes speakers, headphones and wireless devices. Its range includes cassette players and stereo radios, and the brand emphasizes clear sound quality. Across these products, audio stays at the center, with cassette players and stereo radios...
Website: aiwa.co |Brands like Aiwa
Popularity 0.1/10
Official websites and social accounts
| Brand | Website | X / Twitter | YouTube | ||
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| Apple | support.apple.com | – | – | @AppleSupport | – |
| Sony | sony.com | – | – | – | – |
| LG | lg.com | /LGIndiaPage | lg_india | @lgindia | LGIndiachannel |
| Maxell | maxell.eu | /maxelleurope | maxell_europe | @maxelleu | MaxellEurope |
| Bose | bose.com | /Bose | bose | @Bose | Bose |
| Belkin | belkin.com | /BelkinProductsIndia | belkinindia | @belkin_india | belkin |
| Memorex | memorex.com | – | – | – | – |
| iHip | ihip.com | /ihipusa | ihipusa | @IHIPUSA | iHIPTV |
