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Jabra’s award-winning in-ear Elite 8 Active headphones are among the best running headphones you can buy. They boast unrivalled durability, brilliantly light, wing-tip-free secure fit, an excellent 14-hour buds battery life with up to 56 hours in the case. Plus very good customisable sound.

The compact case is running belt friendly and there’s a comprehensive suite of additional features, including ANC, Hearthough and Find My Buds.

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The punchy bass on these headphones is great for pacing and their adjustable hooks fit around the ear to make sure they stay in place throughout any workout. Despite having a bulkier design than most, courtesy of the hooks, we found them supremely comfortable to wear.

These bone conductor headphones are perfect for listening out for ambient noise, such as a passing car, whilst also tuning into your favourite playlist or podcast. They have eight hours play time and are waterproof, meaning sweat and rain won't damage your listening experience. They are also England Athletics recommended, making them permissible for the vast majority of races.

The OpenRun Pro feature upgraded bone conduction tech that delivers marginally better sound than the cheaper OpenRun. But the main reason to splash a little extra to go Pro is the 2 hours extra runtime battery and a faster charging time. If you're not bothered by that go for the OpenRun – now offering the same 30% off.

These are designed for music lovers who want immersive sound without losing awareness of their surroundings. Featuring an open-ear design and Bose's signature Immersive Audio, the sound quality is also among the best for open-ear options (though still may not be good enough for true audiophiles). There’s also a neat 'Auto volume' in the app which makes the earbuds adjust the volume based on your surroundings — the idea being that if you're moving between noisy and quieter environments, you don't have to be constantly toggling the volume.

Enjoy up to 7 hours of listening time (4 hours with Immersive Audio active) and an additional 2.5 charges from the compact case. The buds fully recharge in just 60 minutes, too.

These Beats in-ear buds have been built specifically to soundtrack your runs, your training and your gym work. They have secure-fit wingtips that stay-put during workouts and deliver good all-day comfort. They pack powerful, balanced sound, and up to 6 hours of listening time. They’re light, compact and comfortable in the ears on runs, even up to marathon time. Run time battery without ANC stretches to 7 hours, 30 in total with the charging case.

These are made for those who prioritise sound quality, with a custom acoustic platform delivering powerful, balanced sound. Choose to let in or drown out the world around you with active noise-cancellation or transparency modes, and enjoy up to eight hours of listening time (24 hours with case).

These popular AirPods are rarely discounted, so 22% off for Black Friday is a huge steal. Thanks to a new H2 chip and amplifier, the 2nd generation has a noticeably deeper bass and clearer sound. Transparency mode, too, is greatly improved with less of the crackle you get when wind passes over microphones that pump in external audio. On the run, they feel lightweight and comfortable and the fit is reassuringly secure.

These over the ear headphones twist 210 degrees, enabling you to find the perfect spot for your ears. They are fully waterproof and have SweatGuard technology which protects against the corrosive properties of sweat. Comfortable to wear with great delivery on the bass, you'll get eight hours of playtime on a single charge.

Beats Solo Buds combine ultra-portable simplicity with a compact design, secure fit, basic but easy-to-use controls, big battery life and solid sound performance. The run-friendly case is tiny and happily stashable. The only thing to watch: there’s no IP Rating to guarantee water- or sweat-proofing. Though we’ve run with them in milder conditions and ours are still going strong. These are great for office, commute and the occasional gym run.

The newest version of Apple's AirPods have a slightly updated design from the 3rd gen to make them more comfortable for longer wear. You can charge this model wirelessly on a MagSafe charger or via a USB-C cable. Noise cancelling is impressive, though not quite on par with the AirPods Pro 2.

The Elite 4 has a slightly lower IP rating than the Jabra Elite 4 Active, so they're not as protected against sweat and water. But otherwise they’re every bit as good. You get excellent sound quality, a light and secure fit and 28 hours battery from the buds and case combo. The controls are actual buttons which we prefer and there’s some nice extras at this price like active noise cancellation, too.

These noise cancelling ear buds are really effective at blocking out background sound, helping you to get your head down on a tough run. The whooping 50 hour battery will support weeks of running and you don't have to worry about running out of charge on a super long ultra marathon. Wireless charging makes these completely faff free.

With their small frame, excellent sound quality and competitive battery life, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are a solid option when it comes to running headphones. But they won't be for everyone. If you're a petite runner, or want a cute, discreet set of buds, you'll get on well with these. Android users, or those who have already bought into the Google-experience with a Pixel Watch, will also benefit from the additional features here.

All the benefits of awareness-boosting bone conductors but with the fit security of ear-hook buds. The Shokz OpenFit Air offer richer, fuller sound quality than classic bone conductors with the comfort of a lightweight open-ear design. It’s a neat package for running and general use with a competitive 6-hour battery life (28 with the case), good bass for open ear headphones, and decent call quality. But the killer app is the ambient noise awareness that’s really good for races and urban runs.

The earbuds have been specifically built to help you sweat, with secure-fit wing tips for all-day comfort and stability, powerful, balanced sound, and up to 6 hours of listening time.

These headphones are an absolute steal with 60% off. The battery will last up to 22 hours and if you're in need of a quick time boost, a 10-minute charge gives 3 hours of play. They feature industry-leading Bluetooth technology meaning no drops out and a richer, smoother sound.