Best Wireless Headphones for TV in the UK

As much as the company is usually associated with more affordable peripherals, Avantree also has a few above-average products up its sleeve, with the HT41899 model serving as an excellent example. Initially, the headphones seem almost identical to the device's step-down stablemates but, upon even surface-level inspection, the differences that separate these bad boys from Avantree's more affordable models become quite evident.

First things first, with these, you receive a headphones stand, which is not the biggest difference but, considering that the package includes two pairs of headphones, the stand addition makes sense. It is firm, sturdy, and low-profile, holding headphones without taking up more space than necessary or without getting slippery on uneven surfaces. Of course, with two pairs, you can share the headphones with your significant other, watching movies without distracting kids or without worrying that the neighbours might not appreciate you blasting loud music/sound effects come nighttime.

Music-wise, they're also pretty good headphones. That being said, the bass on these is almost non-existent, so those users who like punchy/bass-heavy tracks or like when the music feels impactful more than technical might not fall in love with these headphones. Apart from that, the 40-millimetre drivers that are inside these 'phones are no joke. They're pretty good at separating mids from lows and highs, keeping them detailed whilst the highs come out clean and the lows sound creeping.

The Avantree HT5009 are budget headphones with mid-range performance. First things first, these things sound pretty good. Sure, you can't expect the same crispness and clarity from these headphones that you get from £300+ 'phones but, again, considering the price, the product does not disappoint on this front.

Besides, it's not really the performance that sells these headphones but the overall package. For starters, the Bluetooth transmitter comes fitted with an auxiliary, optical, and RCA ports, meaning that you'll be able to connect any device to the transmitter. And you probably will want to connect a second pair of headphones to this transmitter because the company's Dual-Link tech lets you connect and use two devices at the same time.

Plus, you won't need any tech knowledge to set everything up. You turn on the transmitter, then the headphones, the latter will automatically connect to the former, so you won't even have to pair them. The transmitter's range will let you walk away from the setup 160 feet (~50 metres) and still have the headphones blasting the sound through doors and windows like you're right there next to the source.

Looking for comfy wireless headphones to watch some TV in? Enter the Philips SHC5200/05 Hi-Fi unit. It’s well-balanced, gives you the welcome freedom to move, and impresses with the boosted battery life.

First things first; the Philips is equipped with a 32 mm speaker driver. Conveniently compact but powerful, it doesn’t tolerate sound distortions no matter the input source. Enjoy the balanced audio whatever you may watch: a classical concert, a sports match, or the latest Netflix show.

Philips always puts the sound quality at the top of the priority list. These headphones give you the crisp and clear sound you’ve always wanted. Yes, the bass could be more present, but otherwise, it’s thoroughly enjoyable. This over-ear unit also does well at cancelling the background noise.

Since this is an FM wireless transmission model, you won’t be chained to your TV while watching. Need to take a trip to the kitchen and grab a cola from the fridge? No problem with this practical headset. Now you are not tied to a single sofa – even a single room – for watching TV or listening to the favourite music tracks.

The Avantree Ensemble, also sold as Avantree BTHT-5150, fit the company's wireless TV headphones mould to a tee, so those who have used Avantree 'phones before should feel pretty comfortable with these as well. They're not the company's most impressive or even most interesting headphones (which is not surprising considering the model's price point) but they're also not the worst peripherals you will find in this weight class, not even close.

To start with, the headphones come outfitted with an adjustable headband. With it, you can customise the fit preventing them from feeling loose or, in the opposite direction, making sure that the 'band does not create pressure. Offering a decent amount of leeway, the headband makes these headphones compatible with most people, even including those with usually large or small heads. Plus, the headband can be rotated, making the 'phones a little more versatile than they already are. To add more, the pressure-relieving cushions on the earpads keep the fit comfortable and, again, prevent the headphones from applying pressure during prolonged use.

In the sound department, these headphones incorporate Avantree's standard 40-millimetre drivers. In general, the drivers' sound signature is spacious, deep, and fairly detailed. They have a somewhat warm tilt that mimics more expensive audio devices and added without compromising sound accuracy. The bass comes with middling impact but, when necessary, can produce a decent punch, ensuring that the more impactful sound effects provide the desired effect.

You can seldom go too wrong with Sony headphones and the MDR-RF811RK model isn't a bad example of that. Considering the price tag that the product comes with, you'd think that these headphones are mid-range at best, with the usual mid-range specs and performance. But that isn't entirely the case here. Sure, the model will unlikely blow your mind, you just don't get that at this price range. But it might just be able to pleasantly surprise you.

For example, you could make a solid argument that the model's 40mm neodymium drivers have no place being present in any headphones below 100 quid. The sound that they are able to deliver is both powerful and balanced, nuanced but deep and dynamic as well.

There's no surround sound here and the model's 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency response range is nothing we haven't seen before. But the aforementioned drivers make up for just about any shortcomings in the audio department. They won't be able to deliver that live concert experience but the headphones are perfectly capable of immersing you in the on-screen action.

There's no background hum that often follows headphones within this class. You can crank the TV volume level as much as possible and still be able to enjoy high-quality noiseless audio.