The best bone-conduction headphones prioritize safety without compromising sound quality.

Explore seven pairs worth trying.

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But theres one pop in of headphones you may not have evenheardof.

(Sorry, that pun was just ready and waiting.)

Pretty cool, right?

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audiologist and founder ofUrban Hearingin New York City

Plus, we rounded up seven of the best bone-conduction headphones to try for yourself.

Theyre attached by a band that fits around your head.

The inner ear structures vibrate in tandem with the vibrations of the skull emitted from the headphones.

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With that in mind, bone-conduction headphones have some serious perks.

Reisman says there are four main benefits:

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The sound will bypass any challenges that the outer or middle ear is experiencing, explains Reisman.

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Luckily, thats not an issue with this throw in of headphones.

The sound quality is very clear and consistent, she says.

Plus, they fit comfortably under a swim cap and come with earplugs.

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audiologist and founder ofUrban Hearingin New York City

Its like Shokz thought of everything!

Fans of these headphones say they feel like they were designed by swimmers for swimmers.

The design has dual-mic noise cancellation to drastically reduce background noise on calls.

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If you love talking on the phone, this is a bone-conducting style worth trying.

What sets them apart is their extra technical features.

They also come with three different sizes of silicone nose pads to ensure the perfect fit.

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Measurement:65mm-17mm-136mm

Water resistance rating:IPX4

Who are bone conduction headphones good for?

Frequently asked questions

Do bone conduction headphones sound good?

While its nice to have the combination of vibrations and sound, these headphones arent perfect.

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Some people may not prefer them because they dont create the full range of audio frequencies.

There are even waterproof options available if you want to wear them while swimming.

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