Especially in today’s digital times, kids will eventually need a pair of headphones. Whether they’re for school, road trips, flights, or simply so you don’t have to listen to that Youtube video they’re watching on loop – they’re bound to be on the ‘must have’ list sooner rather than later. It can be tempting to have your old headphones on hand for when your child eventually needs them, but this might not be the best plan of action for multiple reasons:

• Children’s heads are smaller than an adults
• The weight of adults headphones might be too much
• Sound levels are a lot less regulated in adult headphones

The best headphones for kids should have a volume limiter as it helps protect their young ears against hearing loss. Studies show that “the ideal headphone for children should limit the volume level, one that would not exceed 80 decibels. Any headphone that allows more than 85 decibels can cause hearing loss or damage chiefly when used for a long time.”

Things to consider when on the hunt for the best headphones for your kids:

Fit

Look into the fit of the headphones and their design. Consider how long your child might be using the headphones to help you come to a well-planned decision on cushion and comfort, too.

Flexibility

Kids are constantly growing. The younger your little one is when you first get them headphones, the more flexible you need the headphones to be as they grow. Flexible headbands fit the size of a child’s head more easily and also allow for refitting over time.

Wireless

Apart from the frustrations of a chord getting tangled, wireless headphones are also great for kids since children can’t seem to sit still. By using wireless headphones, kids are able to move about more freely. The only drawback is that you have to remember to charge them!

Bookmark this article to help guide you in the right direction the next time you are online shopping for headphones.

Alyssa Morgan