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Best earbuds with microphone for $25 or less in 2024
Strapped for cash but need an audio upgrade? Here's a roundup of the best basic earbuds
Wireless earbuds truly are a wonder, and wearing them sure beats being tangled in a throng of wires. However, if you're looking to get a pair with all features like Active Noise Cancelling or 3D spatial audio, the best wireless earbuds don't come cheap.
Best Sennheiser earbuds in 2024
We help you select the best Sennheiser earbuds for your needs and budget
Finding the perfect set of earbuds can feel like a daunting task, but venerable audio shop Sennheiser is a great place to start. The brand is well respected for its headphones and earbuds, favorites among audiophiles.
How to find the best fit for your true wireless earbuds
Earbuds not feeling quite right? We've got you covered
High-end true wireless earbuds are starting to give over-ear headphones a run for their money on audio quality and ANC effectiveness, but even the best earbuds can sound crummy with a poor fit. While hard plastic earbuds like AirPods are a one-size-fits-some option, most pairs of earbuds that sit fully in your ears have customizable fits that can be adjusted to suit your specific ear shape. Looking to get the best fit you can? Here are AP's top tips.
Sennheiser’s flagship wireless earbuds just dropped down to their lowest price in months
Get your hands on one of our favorite wireless earbuds for just $150
When you think of premium wireless earbuds, your mind may immediately jump to the widely raved-about Sony XM4s from our best wireless earbuds list, the top-performing Bose QuietComfort II, or perhaps even the trendy and ever-popular Apple AirPods Pro. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 may not be on top of mind despite being from a legacy audio brand, but we get it; they're one of the most expensive ones. We waxed poetic about the pair in our review but also acknowledged how they can be inaccessible at $280. The good news? They're now on sale for nearly half off, the best price since spring.
Grab these Jabra ANC true-wireless buds for less than $100
They come with great audio and water resistance
Jabra is one of the market leaders when it comes to true wireless buds. The brand's products are reliable and offer great audio quality. The Elite 75t are one of its higher-end devices and come with active noise cancelation, thanks to a recent upgrade. They usually sell for $150, which is a relatively acceptable price given what they have to offer, but you can grab a pair for just $100, thanks to this deal.
Jabra's true wireless earbuds have been a reliable alternative to high-end offerings from Apple and Samsung ever since they were introduced, with high marks for audio quality, connection, and comfort. The latest model is on sale at eBay today at its lowest price yet, as long as you're okay with a refurbished set of buds.
Get a pair of Sony XM3 earbuds for just $100 or XM4s for $200
WH-10000XM4 full headphones, WF-SP800N sport earbuds, or WF-1000XM3 ANC earbuds
Sony's really been upping its headphone game in the last few years, and now it makes some of the best-regarded sets on the market, in both full around-the-ear and true wireless bud style. Today no less than three of its most popular designs have dramatic discounts available, including the best-in-class WH-1000XM4 noise cancelling set. Let's start with that one, shall we? If you're okay with a refurbished set, the WH-1000XM4 is available on eBay for $199.99. That's an amazing $150 off the retail price. The XM4 design improves on the popular XM3 with better touch controls, multiple Bluetooth connections, and a speak-to-chat function that automatically turns on pass-through audio for a conversation.Buy: eBayIf you prefer your noise cancellation in a more portable form, check out another eBay deal, the WF-1000XM3. These are the earbud version of Sony's much-loved ANC cans, complete with the usual charging case. This set is also refurbished, and comes only in the gold-ish lighter color design. But it's being sold for just $99.99, a savings of $130 off the retail price.Buy: eBayLastly, Amazon is selling the WF-SP800N with a huge discount. These sportier, water-resistant buds (IP55 for sweat) have active noise cancellation, but not to the extreme degree of the other two sets. What you get instead is boosted bass and a long battery life, 9 hours before you have to return them to the case. They're on sale for just $98 for the baby blue version ($100 off the retail price!) or $118 for the black or red options. Unlike the other two sets, these buds are brand new, not refurbished.Buy: AmazonSupplies for all three headphones are not known, so get an order in quickly if you want them at these prices.
Wireless earbuds are disgusting, but this adorable washing machine can fix that
Seriously, wash your ears tho
The human ear is a nasty place, and its unfortunate that we have to directly interact with it in order for headphones to work. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the design of true wireless earbuds, tiny, pristine bundles of incredible technology and engineering, which we must cram into our horrible head holes in order to properly use. Enter the Cardlax, the first washing machine designed exclusively for earbuds.
Whoops: Google just gave us a look at the new Pixel Buds it hasn't even announced yet
Someone slipped an official image of the 'Pixel Buds A' into a promotional email
We've known for a couple of weeks that Google is working on a new set of true wireless Pixel Buds, and it's rumored that they'll be a mercifully cheaper variant. The "Pixel Buds A" were spotted hanging out at the FCC, with enough info to speculate that they're similar in form factor to the current model. Today Google sent out a promotional image in a Nest email that, apparently, shows off the new buds a little early.
Grab a pair of refurbished Jabra Elite 75t for just $80 (70 off)
ANC and great audio for that price is a steal
Jabra is amongst the leading brands when it comes to true wireless buds, as its products are reliable and sound great. The Elite 75t are one of its higher-end devices and have recently been upgraded with active noise cancelation, enabling them to compete with some of the best buds on the market. They don't come cheap, though, as they traditionally sell for $150. Thankfully, you can get them for almost half the price, if you're willing to buy a refurbished pair.
The Jabra Elite Active 65t drop to their lowest price at just $90 from multiple retailers
You shouldn't even consider other options if you're looking for a reliable pair of workout buds
Music is one of the best ways to motivate yourself when working out, which is why it's key to have a good pair of buds as your workout companion. Jabra is known for the quality and durability of its wireless earbuds, especially its Active range, which is designed to provide sweat resistance and comfort while you exercise. They're usually relatively costly, as they traditionally went for $140, but they're now down to just $90 on Amazon and Best Buy.The buds are designed with fitness in mind, as they come with a built-in accelerometer for step tracking and feature IP56 water and sweat resistance. They offer about five hours of playback time, which can then be extended to ten hours thanks to the charging case. Unfortunately, you'll have to charge it with a Micro-USB port, which can be annoying, especially if your phone uses a USB-C connector.All colors, namely Copper Black, Copper Blue, and Copper Red are marked down on Amazon. Best Buy's exclusive Titanium Black is also on sale. Simply use the links below to make your purchase.Buy: Amazon, Best Buy
Aukey's EP-N5 ANC true wireless buds are down to just $36 with this promo code ($24 off)
Who needs AirPods when you can get these for this price?
Aukey is known for manufacturing reliable yet affordable accessories. Their EP-N5 buds offer a bunch of features, including active noise cancellation, and traditionally sell for $60. However, you can get them for much cheaper today, thanks to a discount on Amazon combined with a promo code, bringing them down to $36.The buds feature active noise cancellation, in addition to 10mm drivers, which offer enhanced bass for an improved audio experience. The buds are also water-resistant, thanks to their IPX5 rating, making them your perfect workout companion. When it comes to battery life, they offer about seven hours of playback time with ANC off — you'll have to half that number if you turn it on, and up to 35 hours with the charging case, which connects with a USB-C port.
Jabra's Elite 65t wireless earbuds drop to just $82 on Amazon ($38 off)
True wireless buds with great audio quality under $100
True wireless buds with high-quality audio usually cost more than $100, but thanks to this deal, you can get the Jabra Elite 65t for just $81.68, which combine a fully cordless connection with great audio quality.
Yamaha launches its first true wireless buds with active noise cancelation
They come with smart equalization for full-range sound at low volume
Since Apple released the AirPods, true wireless earbuds have been the trend. The company later continued to innovate, with the introduction of the AirPods Pro, which feature active noise cancelation, a functionality that was quite rare on small buds back then. Sony came to the party in July 2019, with its WF-1000XM3, which have remained the AirPod Pro's only serious competitor for a while. However, many brands have unveiled true wireless buds with ANC lately, including Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, Panasonic, and Jabra. Yamaha is finally joining the game with the announcement of its own range.
Enjoy true-wireless comfort with Samsung's Galaxy Buds+ at just $90 ($60 off)
Excellent sound and battery life under $100
If you're tired of having your earphone cable getting tangled up in your pocket, you should consider true wireless buds. There are plenty of options on the market, but Samsung's Galaxy Buds+ are one of the best-sounding ones. They're currently down to just $90, which is $60 less than their traditional retail price.
OnePlus has dipped its toe into the Bluetooth audio waters several times, but it stubbornly avoided true wireless even as the rest of the industry dropped wires. Now, OnePlus is getting with the times. The true wireless OnePlus Buds are now available in the US, priced at $79.
Samsung's latest Galaxy Buds+ are some of our favorite true wireless earbuds, but we shouldn't forget the original Galaxy Buds either. Although they lack some of the fancy new features found in this year's model, they still sound and feel great. They arguably even look better, thanks to a matte finish as opposed to the gloss of the Buds+. The price difference between the two models is usually only $20, but eBay is currently selling open-box first-gen Buds for only $65 (50% off).
Latest Galaxy Buds/Buds+ plugin update adds useful homescreen widgets (APK Download)
They're a little small, though
True wireless earbuds used to be a luxury, and one that came with a hefty price tag. That's no longer the case with uncountable no-name companies selling mediocre true wireless earbuds on Amazon. The best audio experiences cost more, but that doesn't mean every expensive set of true wireless earbuds are worth it. Sony's $230 WF-1000XM3 earbuds are definitely worth the price, but I can't say the same for the new LG Tone Free earbuds. At $200, I would expect excellent sound quality, design, and features. These earbuds check precisely zero of those boxes.
The wireless earbud market has grown by leaps and bounds over the last few years. Because of this expansion, it's not too surprising to see that Anker, an accessory maker synonymous with high-quality, yet affordable products, has some decent Bluetooth earbuds of its own. Even better, you can now pick up a pair of Anker's Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro earbuds in white for the discounted price of $119.99 — $30 off their list price — by taking advantage of an Amazon coupon sale.Throughout our review, we were consistently impressed by the Liberty 2 Pro's sound quality, which was well rounded and didn't falter no matter what we threw at them, even at high volume. You can also expect these earbuds to last 7-8 hours on a charge easily, and you'll have three additional charges on hand with the help of the carrying case. We were also quite pleased to see the inclusion of both USB-C and wireless charging at a reasonable price point.