The best headphones for Samsung loyalists in the UK

Your Samsung smartphone might offer plenty of great features, but the headphones that came with it probably aren't that great. You are better off upgrading and buying separate earphones or headphones that offer a far superior listening experience.

Before you jump in and invest in a fancy new set, it's worth having a think about how you intend on using your headphones. Are you planning on commuting with them regularly? Do you travel frequently? Do you love using Samsung's voice assistant? It's important to pick a pair that works for you.

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BEST FOR SIMPLICITY

Samsung Galaxy Buds

Great all-around headphones, especially if you don't want to spend a while tweaking.

• Colours: Black, White, and Yellow
• Battery life: 6 hours (doubled when using carrying case)

£139 from Samsung

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BEST FOR TRAVEL

Sony WH-1000XM3

These super smart noise-cancelling headphones can detect ambient noise around you and adjust as needed.

• Colours: Black and Silver
• Battery life: 30 hours (with active noise-cancellation on)

£330 from Amazon

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BEST FOR SOUND QUALITY

Bose QuietComfort 35

Besides offering a balanced audio experience, these have three levels of noise cancellation so you can block out the world.

• Colours: Black, Silver, and Rose Gold
• Battery life: Up to 20 hours wireless and 40 hours wired

£260 from Amazon

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BEST FOR VOICE SUPPORT

Beats Solo3

You'll get a bit of everything: fast battery charging, a stylish look, and useful features.

• Colours: Black, Red, Club Navy, Club Red, Club White, Club Yellow, Rose Gold, Satin Gold, and Satin Silver
• Battery life: 40 hours

£179.95 from Amazon

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BEST FOR OLDER SAMSUNG SMARTPHONES

1MORE Triple Driver

If you're into wires, you won't find better sound quality for this price.

• Colours: Silver and Gold
• Battery life: N/A

£67.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR RUNNING

Creative Outlier Gold

Great for active people thanks to sweatproofing capabilities and an impressive 14-hour battery life.

• Colours: Gold
• Battery life: 14 hours

£94.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR WORKOUTS

Samsung Flex

Thanks to a magnetic design, these earphones easily snap and fold together to store well.

• Colours: Black
• Battery life: 8 hours

£62 from Amazon

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