The Memorial Day holiday is behind us, but the discounts haven't all gone away. You still have a few hours left to grab top savings on audio gear. Big retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy have extended some of their deals on headphones and speakers from Apple, Bose, Anker and other big brands. To help you cut through the noise, CNET's team of shopping experts has put together this guide to the best audio deals still remaining post Memorial Day. Be sure to grab these while you can, because we'll likely see most of these deals expire tonight.
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We've put together this roundup of the best Memorial Day audio deals remaining from this weekend, and we'll continue to update it while discounts are still live or get restocked.
Best Memorial Day headphone and speaker deals
These Shokz headphones are some of our favorite bone conduction headphones you can buy. Our experts love them thanks to their lightweight and thin design, the secure fit they offer and the excellent sound quality.Â
There is a lot to love about the Beats Studio Pro headphones. They have great sound quality and excellent noise canceling capabilities. They're also rated for up to 40 hours, have Spatial audio with head tracking (for Apple users) and USB-C audio.
The Beats Studio Buds Plus earbuds are one of the best earbuds options out there, and they come with impressive noise-canceling technology. Plus, they're sweat-resistant, which makes them a solid option for the gym. You'll also get up to 36 hours of listening time in total. While Android users can still take advantage of the convenient fast-pairing function, they'll lose out on support for Apple-only features like spatial audio and the impressive Transparency Mode.
Ready to have a party by the pool? The Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker is an ideal choice because it is fully waterproof and dustproof. It also has very good sound quality for its size and a strong battery life. And a solid 33% discount is nothing to sneeze at.
The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 is our favorite Bluetooth speaker. It has impressive sound and a strong bass and even offers up to 24 hours of playback on a single charge. Additionally, it's waterproof, has a USB-out port, is portable, has a handle for easy transport and even includes cool LED lighting.Â
- Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds: $199 (save $40). With active noise cancellation, an H2 chip and spatial audio, these earbuds impress. And the AirPods Pro 2 can even double as hearing aids.
- Beats Solo 4 headphones: $150 (save $50). These on-ear headphones are compact, and while they lack active noise canceling, they have decent sound and battery. At this price, the Beats Solo 4 are a solid option if you don't need all the bells and whistles.Â
- EarFun Air Pro 3 noise-canceling earbuds: $56 (save $44). These buds offer impressive sound for the price, and last 9 hours on a single charge or for a total of 45 hours with the charging case.
- JBL Live Pro 2 earbuds: $99 (save $51). The Live Pro 2 earbuds offer up to 40 hours of playback, adaptive noise cancelling, an ambient mode and even hands-free control via your preferred voice assistant at a pretty solid price.
- JBL Endurance Race earbuds: $50 (save $30). These sports headphones are waterproof and have an Ambient Aware mode so you can stay safe while you're working out or on the go.
- Anker Soundcore C30i open-ear earbuds: $49 (save $21). These water-resistant open-ear earbuds are designed to fit comfortably in your ears with a tight grip that can handle a tough workout.
- JBL Tune 510BT headphones: $30 (save $20). Looking for low-cost headphones? These offer up to 40 hours of battery life and are only 35 bucks right now.
- Anker Soundcore Q20i headphones: $50 (save $20). Block unwanted noise with these over-ear Bluetooth headphones with hybrid active noise cancellation technology.
- Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds: $20 (save $20). It's hard to argue with earbuds that cost just $20, especially with fast charging and tap controls that you can customize.
- Nothing Ear Open earbuds: $149 (save $40). These open-ear headphones sound great and look sleek. They should also stay secure during outdoor activities like running or cycling.
- Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore Bluetooth speaker: $149 (save $100). This dustproof and waterproof outdoor speaker has 360 surround sound and gets up to 27 hours of playback per charge.
- JBL Go 4 Bluetooth speaker: $40 (save $10). This waterproof speaker has a punchy bass for its small size and has an integrated loop for easy transport.
- Skullcandy Terrain XL Bluetooth speaker: $69 (save $11). Take this speaker to the pool or beach thanks to its waterproof features -- it's even submersible.Â
- Sony ULT Field 1 waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker: $88 (save $42). Get outdoor fun on a budget with Sony's bright and beautiful Bluetooth speaker.
- Sonos Move 2 portable Bluetooth speaker: $336 (save $113). Take excellent sound quality on the go with this stylish Sonos Move 2 portable speaker.
- Sony WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones: $298 (save $102). Sony's previous-gen flagship is still on our list of the best wireless headphones, and our reviewer calls it "the one to beat."
- JBL Tune 235NC True Wireless noise-canceling earbuds: $60 (save $40). If you need quality earbuds on a budget, this JBL pair will do a solid job.
- Sony WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones: $230 (save $120). Sony's XM4 headphones are now two generations old, but they still hold their own against the best on the market -- and offer excellent value at this price.
- Apple AirPods Max (USB-C): $480 (save $69). Apple's flagship AirPods have an over-the-ear design, and they offer the best of Apple's audio.
- JBL Clip 5 portable Bluetooth speaker: $50 (save $30). Just clip this compact speaker onto your backpack or belt loop and enjoy powerful sound on your summer adventures.
- Skullcandy Crusher Evo Bluetooth headphones: $125 (save $75). With built-in Tile tracking, you'll never lose these bass-heavy over-ear headphones.
- Sonos Roam 2 waterproof Bluetooth speaker: $134 (save $45). With an IP67 waterproof and dust-proof rating and a 10-hour battery life, this speaker can help you keep the party going during your next pool or beach day.
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go portable speaker: $20 (save $15). If you're looking for a great-sounding Bluetooth speaker for under $25, the Select 4 Go is worth checking out. It offers powerful sound and a 20-hour battery life with a compact design.
- Sony SRS-XB100 Bluetooth portable speaker: $38 (save $22). With its sound diffusion processor, this Sony speaker provides rich, expansive audio wherever you use it.
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 wireless Bluetooth headphones: $280 (save $100). These Sennheisers match up against the best of Bose and Sony.
- Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth earbuds: $149 (save $30). With powerful audio, active noise cancellation and customizable sound, these earbuds provide a rich listening experience.
- Bose TV Speaker soundbar: $199 (save $80). Add that oomph to your TV's sound with Bose's soundbar that supports HDMI and is Roku TV ready.
When was Memorial Day 2025?Â
Memorial Day honors fallen US military service members. The holiday is observed on the last Monday of May each year, meaning that Memorial Day 2025 was yesterday, Monday, May 26.
When did Memorial Day sales begin?Â
This year's Memorial Day weekend ran from Friday, May 23, through Monday, May 26, but sales began in earnest around May 19. Some sales have lingered for a little while after the holiday weekend, but we've found many of the best deals ended on Memorial Day.Â
What are the best Memorial Day sales?Â
As with other large-scale shopping events, Memorial Day deals tend to be wide-ranging across a number of major brands and retailers, including Walmart, Amazon and Home Depot. We saw a huge variety of discounts on laptops, 4K TVs, major appliances, mattresses, furniture, home goods and more this year, and many are still lingering today. Additionally, since Memorial Day is treated as summer's unofficial kickoff, it's a great opportunity to snag deals on patio furniture, outdoor power tools and other backyard essentials. Savings run across electronics, too, including headphone and speaker options.
Top deals available today, according to CNET's shopping experts
Curated discounts worth shopping while they last.
- Apple Watch Series 10: $299 (save $100)
- Anker 20-watt USB-C charger, 2-pack: $10 (save $9 with code 0ULHDILR)
- Babbel lifetime subscription: $130 (save $469)
- Hisense 32-inch A4 Series Fire TV: $110 (save $50)
- Amazon Echo Pop: $25 (save $15)
How we choose headphone and speaker deals
While deals on headphones and speakers can be found throughout the year, major shopping events tend to be one of the best times to score a good bargain. CNET has a team of shopping experts and deal hunters who have operated across major sales events for many years, making sure you understand when a deal is worth taking advantage of or when it's worth skipping. In previous Memorial Day sales we have seen significant price drops on audio gear, and whether we're researching price cuts during Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day or another event, we've acquired the right expertise to make sure you walk away with the best deal possible.Â
To do this, we look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing an offer to show you.Â
- Real discounts mean real discounts. We look at the price history for that product to make sure no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
- Quality reviews are equally important for any product, but particularly for deeply discounted items. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn't really worthwhile.
- Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know in advance, so you don't return later only to be disappointed.Â
We are also considering the rising costs associated with tariffs to help you find items worth buying now. You can see a more detailed breakdown in our Buy of Wait guide.
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