Your quick guide to buying headphones for kids
Paul Jones
STACK Editor-in-Chief
One of the most important tech purchases for your kids is a good, safe pair of headphones. This is what you need to know.
When. your children ask for their own pair of headphones, choosing the right pair can be a little daunting. That’s where we come in, with a quick guide on what you need to make the right buying decision.
Design
When kids ask for headphones, it can be tempting to pull an old pair out of the drawer and stick them over their ears.
But headphones designed for adults and children are like chalk and cheese. Kids' headphones are, yep, you guessed it, designed with children in mind. This means a smaller headband and ear cups for a better overall fit.
Volume control
Exposure to loud sounds can significantly damage developing ears, so limiting volume in headphones is essential.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends a volume limit of 85 dB or below for long listening periods, so aim for a set of headphones with that limit in mind.
Robust build
Like anything that falls into children's hands, headphones are likely to take a beating if tossed about after use.
Durability needs to be right up there on the list – you don’t want to renew the headphones too soon.
Simple to use
Try to keep the controls on the headphones as simple as possible for younger children.
Comfort considerations
It’s up to parents to set recommended listening times, and a good comfy fit is definitely a critical factor to consider.
^Discounts apply to previous ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. As we negotiate, products will likely have been sold below ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. Prices may differ at airport stores.
