Best 2022 Headphones & Earbuds for Button control usability

#1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset
4.5

Controls are generally praised for distinct buttons, tactile wheels, useful mute indicators, and intuitive access, with only minor dock-use caveats.

Pros: Battery, Comfort during long use

Cons: Console compatibility limitations, USB-C

#2 Soundcore by Anker Space Q45
4.2

Physical buttons are widely preferred for their tactile feedback and dependable operation. Small controls, similar positions, and shared volume/track functions can cause mistaken presses.

Pros: Active noise cancellation, Sound quality

Cons: Headband padding quality, Workout heat and sweat buildup

#3 HyperX Cloud Alpha
4.1

Physical controls are mostly easy to find and use, but some reviewers dislike the inline analog control or find a power button awkward.

Pros: Sound quality, Comfort during long use

Cons: Ear cup swivel/rotation range, Connectivity versatility

#4 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
4.1

Controls are usually considered simple and convenient, but a few reviewers criticize mute button location or feedback.

Pros: Value for money, Sound quality

Cons: Bass performance, Clamping force comfort

#5 Audeze Maxwell
3.9

Physical controls are often appreciated, but reviewers also mention a learning curve, confusing multifunction wheels, or poor placement.

Pros: Sound quality, Battery

Cons: Headband adjustability, Weight comfort

#6 Razer Barracuda X
3.8

Controls were usually easy to reach and precise, but reviewers disliked loose volume wheels, unclear mute state, or awkward volume positioning.

Pros: Sound quality, Microphone

Cons: Dongle, Equalizer customization

#7 HyperX Cloud Stinger 2
3.6

Controls were simple and often convenient, especially the volume wheel and flip-to-mute behavior, though some reviewers disliked cheap feel or overly easy movement.

Pros: Value for money, Microphone

Cons: Build quality, Bass performance

#8 Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones
2.6

Button usability was criticized because the power/Bluetooth button made powering on feel finicky.

Pros: Sound quality, Comfort during long use

Cons: Microphone quality for calls, Transparency mode quality