On-ear and over-ear describe how headphones sit on your ears. The difference is in the size of the earcups and how much they cover your ears.
Key differences
- On-Ear – Smaller earcups that sit directly on your ears, lightweight and portable but let in more outside noise
- Over-Ear – Larger earcups that fully cover your ears, providing better isolation and more comfort for long listening sessions
Choose on-ear headphones if you want a smaller, more portable option. Choose over-ear headphones for maximum comfort, sound quality, and passive noise isolation.
