Best Wired Earpods & Lightning Headphones for Apple iPhone 7 & 7 Plus

Are you Looking to shop for Lightning Headphones for Apple iPhone 7? Why? It is because Apple ditched the 3.5mm audio jack for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. Now you are left with two options to connect your headphone to iPhone 7; one is wireless via Bluetooth and another one via the lightning port. Not everybody likes the wireless option because of issues like a heavyweight, low battery life and much more. Moreover, iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are having some problems with Bluetooth headphone due to some bug.

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So you are left with only one reliable option that is to use Lightning headphones. Don’t worry, here we have picked some best lightning headphones for your iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.

Before you rush out and buy a pair of Lightning headphones, Apple iPhone 7 comes with a 3.5 mm adapter via which you can connect your 3.5 mm headphone jack to the adapter, and another end of the adapter is a lightning connector. But using an extra adapter will not only add additional weight but also makes it cumbersome to use outside. So it is better to buy new Lightning headphones.

Lightning headphones also have some advantage over regular headphones- like noise cancellation without extra batteries in the headphones. Active noise cancellation lightning earphones will take power from the iPhone. We will leave the choice to you. Meanwhile, have a look at best Lightning headphones for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.

Top Lightning Headphones for Apple iPhone 7 and 7 Plus

1. Apple Lightning EarPods

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We can’t have a list of the best Lightning headphones without Apple’s EarPods. The newly modified earpads for the release of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Apple Lightning Earpods will be included with each iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.

These EarPods with lightning connector will also work with Apple products such as Apple iPhone, iPod, and iPad that has a lightning port. Though these are included with the iPhone 7 in case you need extra, these are $29 direct from Apple store.

Apple Earpods are designed by the geometry of the ear for a comfortable fit. The earpads with lightning connector also have an inbuilt mic and remote that lets you take calls, adjust the volume, control music, and video, and answer or end calls with a pinch of the button.

2. Anker SoundBuds Digital IE10 In-Ear Lightning Headphone

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Anker SoundBuds Digital IE10 In-Ear is one more affordable lightning headphone that you can buy as low as $25. With the help of in-line controller choose from 3 EQ modes (Balance, Clear Voice, Super Bass)  with just a tap of a button.

Premium DAC processor with 10 mm drivers and Lightning connection deliver high-resolution digital sound. It is MFI certified and compatible with iPhone 7 and other Lightning devices. Moreover, the cord has a built-in microphone to take calls and a remote to control the music playback, volume, and calls.

SoundBuds Digital IE10 is engineered with reinforced cable and an elegant aluminum finish for robust performance. Inside the package, you will get SoundBuds Digital IE10, S/M/L ear tips, S/M/L in-ear hooks, shirt clip, memory foam ear tips, and  travel pouch

3. New Bee MFI Certified Lightning Headphone

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New Bee Lightning headphone is MFI certified, deliver stunning sound quality. With 25 MW amplifier drive it offers the unique original and improves the sound source quality. The metal design for more powerful bass with superb sound isolation.

It uses the digital lightning port optimized for iPhone 7, 7 Plus and other Apple devices with lightning connector. It has built-in DAC 24bit/48KHz which can realize the lossless HiFi digital signal and transmit incredible HiFi natural sound.

New Bee headphone comes with an in-line remote and mic to offer hands-free calling. Its lightweight design and ergonomic fit for a comfortable fit in the ear and remain in the ear during exercise.

4. Pioneer RayZ Plus

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Pioneer RayZ Plus comes with an integrated charging port that lets you charge your iPhone and talk or listen to music at the same time.  It uses the 2nd generation lightning audio technology delivering optimal sound while featuring the small and compact design.

It comes with smart noise cancellation feature, but no batteries are required for that as it will get the necessary power from your iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. Rayz Plus lightning earphone automatically pauses your music when you take them out and restarts when you put them back in your ears. It comes with the personalized app that lets you customize the smart buttons.

It has an in-line remote control with four buttons. There is a mic with noise isolation feature that cuts out the ambient noise. With so many features and such a great sound, Pioneer RayZ Plus is worth to be in this list of best lightning headphones for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.

5. 1MORE Triple Driver Lightning In-Ear Headphones

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1MORE lightning in-ear headphone has three drivers, two balanced armatures, and a separate dynamic driver. A 5-IN-1 controller button allows you to make crystal clear calls, activate voice control, adjust volume, and change tracks effortlessly.

Comfortable ergonomic design that naturally matches your ear canals for a comfortable fit and better noise isolation. It is MFi certified and is compatible with all the Apple devices that come with lightning port. The DAC brings high-definition audio (24 Bit / 48 kHz) with lossless digital clarity with powerful deep bass.

6. Libratone Q Adapt In-Ear Earphones

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Libratone Q Adapt In-Ear Earphones comes with noise cancellation option that could be handy when you are on streets and need to cut out the external noise. There is no battery, so it gets its power from your iPhone. According to Libratone, the noise-cancellation doesn’t put too much of a drain on your iPhone’s battery.

Libratone also provides six different ear tips sets to ensure a perfect fit for everybody. It delivers a balance of enhanced deep bass, full midrange, clear vocals and crisp highs to provide the incredible sound. With four buttons on the in-line remote, you can increase and decrease volume, skip tracks, answer calls and activate and adjust Active Noise Cancellation and activate the “Hush” function.

7. Harman/JBL Reflect Aware

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JBL Reflect Aware are designed for sporting use. Reflect Aware lightning earphones are sweat proof and water resistant so let you play games and do the gym with earphones in your ears. The cable is sturdy and tangles free for outdoor use.A built-in DAC (digital to

Built-In DAC that handles the digital audio signal from the iPhone and deliver high-resolution sound output. The sound is incredible with the balance of treble and vocals and boomy bass. We have expected that it might feature a Bluetooth but sadly, there is only lightning connector option. The Reflect Aware noise-cancellation mic blocks out the background noise.

On-Ear and Over-Ear Lightning Headphones For iPhone 7

1. Brightech On-Ear Lightning Headphone

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Brightech On-Ear headphone with lightning connector is the most affordable and wallet-friendly option. With pure lightning 8-pin connector,  it is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPods with the Lightning port. These headphones are Apple MFi certified. There is no built-in microphone in this phone, but that is not a deal breaker.

Sleek look with a comfortable fit and perfect sound there is no better headphone than this at this price. An in-line remote control that lets you control the music, lower up and down the volume levels.  Above all, Brightech offers 3-years warranty. What more you want from a headphone at such cheap price. 199

2. Philips Fidelio M2L

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Philips Fidelio M2L comes with adjustable headband and softly padded earpieces that sit firmly in your ears providing comfort over your ears while listening. All controls are on the right-hand earpiece with a small dial to adjust the volume and a button with single, double or three taps to pause, skip forward, or backward.

Sadly, Philips has not provided a built-in microphone in this, so you have to use your iPhone mic to take calls. The M2L includes a high-res (24-bit) DAC for playing the digital signal coming out from your Apple phone. The bass was deep and realistic and doesn’t seem to overpower the vocals and treble.

3. Audeze Sine Planar Magnetic Headphone

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They’re expensive – seriously expensive – but the Audeze SINE lightning headphones stand above from the crowd. Audeze says that Sine headphones are the first On-Ear planar magnetic headphones- a technology that is found in only a few headphones for hardcore audiophiles.

It comes with a 24-bit lightning cable that brings a significantly better sound through its built-in amplifier, DAC and DSP that bypass the internal system in your iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It also features a SIRI compatible microphone for voice calls.

Customize the equalizer with the Audeze iOS app. But the most important thing is the terrific sound and loud bass that will tend you to turn up the volume to activate the freak mode.

4. Audeze EL-8 Titanium

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Audeze EL-8 Titanium is the most expensive Lightning headphone here for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. This headphone is designed for real audiophiles that are willing to pay a huge amount. There are open- and closed-back variants that have a wooden finish.

It is built on a sturdy aluminum frame made to last a lifetime. It is the lightest, most comfortable and best-looking headphone that comes with a Lightning connector. With the help of the Audeze DSP app, you can personalize the music playback. It features a 10-band equalizer that changes the sound output in real time. It will let you refine the bass levels and alter the highs.

Audeze EL-8 includes special Cipher cable, which provides for both a lightning interface and 24-bit high-resolution audio DAC. All that brings it to the cost of $799 which is apparently out of reach for many people. But who can afford it, it has impressive sound thanks to the Planar Magnetic technology in its drivers. If you keep aside the price, Audeze headphones stand out in some ways.

Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter $9

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Are you worrying about getting an overpriced Lightning headphone? Let us give you an easy and cheap solution to utilize your existing pile of earbuds with 3.5mm headphone plugs. Every iPhone 7 comes with Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. If somehow, you lost the original one or need one more, you could buy it from the Apple store at a price of $9.

It works with all devices that have a Lightning connector and support iOS 10 or later. It is compatible iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone.

Conclusion

We hope you like our compilation of the best Lightning Headphones for Apple iPhone 7 and 7 plus. While there are various options, we only picked up the ones who will do justice to your iPhone. Do let us know for any feedback or suggestions using the comment section below.