From listening to your latest audible books to playing the weekly podcasts you follow, a solid pair of wireless earbuds allow for unmatched, hands-free listening — that won’t disturb fellow coffee shop guests or anyone in your space, too.
And while Apple AirPods deals come in waves, for some, spending more than $100 on wireless earbuds may not be feasible or even preferred.
This style, unlike over-ear headphones offer a compact, slim design you can easily carry with you on your travels. Plus, if you can opt for a quality set with stellar reviews that do the job, the only question we have is why not?
Whether you’re en route to your office as a commuter or simply want a go-to pair of budget buds for running or strolling through your neighborhood, we have you covered.
Ahead, find the 23 best wireless earbuds under $100 that deliver great sound quality and are the most recommended from reviewers like yourself. We did the research for you — including some of the best from Amazon, Best Buy and more — so all you have to do is buy (and then listen).
1. JBL Tune True Wireless Earbud Headphones, $98, original price: $100
Just shy of $100 (technically, that two dollars still count), JBL’s earbuds are an Amazon Choice product and, impressively, last for up to 25 hours until a charge is needed. With a sleek, modern design, these buds have the it-factor and also come in blue and white.
2. Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones, $60, original price: $80
Jabra’s Elite True Wireless Earbuds are one of our favorites because they’re keen on the noise-canceling nature we look for. Plus, they’re water-resistant, come with a compact carrying case and are currently on sale.
3. iLuv Wireless Earbuds, $20
Don’t just walk — run — to these budget buds that are only $20 right now. iLuv’s a fan-favorite wireless headphones that allows for hands-free phone calls (thanks to its hands-free mic), has up to 20 hours of listening time and comes in an array of colors.
4. Cshidworld Wireless Earbuds, $20, original price: $40
With the look and feel of AirPods, these wireless earbuds are a whopping half off right now and are one of Walmart’s bestsellers. Not to mention, the buds’ conformed tips ensure they stay in your ears for a solid seven hours of hands-free listening.
5. Sony Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earbud Headphones, $98
Available in white and black, you’ll want to add these wireless earbuds to your cart ASAP with a name like Sony. The pair boasts up to 10 hours of battery life and are both splash-proof and sweat-proof, making them great for an intense workout. They’re also lightweight to wear and stash in your bag.
6. Apple Airpods (2nd Generation), $99, original price: $160
If you’ve been dreaming of owning a pair of AirPods your prayers have been answered! This generation has been marked down to just under $100 and comes with all the features you could desire including bluetooth capabilities, a microphone that’s compatible with Siri and over 24 hours of battery life.
7. Google Pixel Buds A Series True Wireless In-Ear Headphones, $94 to $100
Ah yes, Google’s Pixel Buds are exactly what we’ve been searching for (please excuse our search engine pun). But in all seriousness, these modern buds have a flush-to-ear design so they’ll stay in place with up to five hours of listening time through its custom-designed, high-quality speakers.
8. SoundPeats Sonic Wireless Earbuds, $42 to $50
For $50 and less, you can’t go wrong with SoundPeats’ Sonic Wireless Earbuds. If the sleek, slate-gray design doesn’t sell you, its impressive 15 hours of battery life and noise-reduction functionality will.
9. Samsung Galaxy Buds, $60 to $79, original price: $150
With a crisp sound and if not the most of-age design we’ve seen yet, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds naturally amplifies sound with its built-in technology, have an ergonomic design, noise-canceling and comfortably fit in your ears. What’s not to love?
10. Tiksounds Wireless Earbuds, $16 to $30
The Tiksounds Wireless Earbuds are one of the best scores on Amazon, namely because they’re one of the retailr’s top picks and are less than $35. The specs are wonderful, too, with an exemplary 35 hours of playtime (one of the highest number we’ve seen) and waterproof design, these are next-level.
11. TOZO T10 Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Earbuds, $19, original price: $40
Enter one ofthe most affordable pair of buds in this article. TOZO’s Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds have over 340,000 reviews on Amazon and for good reason. Shoppers are obsessed with not only how wallet-friendly it is, but the crisp sound, up to 45 hours of playtime in a single charge and comes with a handy case with a magnetic hold to keep those buds nice and secure.
12. Skullcandy Indy Evo True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds, $30 to $43, original price: $70
Skullcandy’s Indy Evo True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds are the versatile, easy-to-use pair that we’re putting on your radar immediately. Not only do the miniatures boast up to 30 hours of battery life (a feat hard to beat) but they’re also dust, water and sweat-resistant — making them especially apt for exercise.
13. Tozo Mini Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, $15, original price: $30
For under $20, you simply can’t pass up Tozo’s Mini Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds. The waterproof and lightweight pair also boasts smart touch control, which allows you to control the volume, answer calls and skip to the previous or next song with just a tap. Not to mention, they come in black, white, gold and a palette of pastels.
14. Altec Lansing NanoBuds 2.0 True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, $30
Though available in many colors, Altec Lansing’s NanoBuds 2.0 are revolutionary in this ice blue color. Perfect to keep in your work tote or backpack, these water-resistant buds live up to five hours, which is impressive given the $30 price point, and is clad with antimicrobial protection to help kill up to 99% of germs.
15. Soundcore Life P2, $33 to $46
With complete noise reduction and a battery life up to 40 hours, Soundcore’s Life P2 are also water-resistant and sleek to sport for any time of day. Impressively, too, the buds only need to charge for 10 minutes to rein one-hour of battery life if you’re in a hurry.
16. Raycon The Everyday Earbuds, $80
Per Raycon’s website, this pair of wireless earbuds are designed with a “small build but mighty sound. If you prefer crisp sound and a non-intrusive fit, The Everyday Earbuds are what you should add to your cart (especially for its customized fit ensuring they never fall out).
17. COWIN KY02 True Wireless Earbuds, $16 to $40
It’s safe to say you’ll always be able to spot these wireless earbuds. The vibrant yellow will easily add a pop of color to your listening experience (but don’t worry there are more muted colors available). The side panels of each bud allow to skip, pause and play music while the charging case will provide up to 30 hours of listening.
18. yobola Wireless Earbuds, $26
Talk about sleek! This set of wireless earbuds were designed with a deep bass to enhance your music experience and feature a touch control on the sides of each bud. Another bonus is that they’re waterproof, making it ideal for even your most hardcore workouts.
19. Hoey 5.3 Wireless Earbuds, $20, original price: $23
Never guess how charged your earbuds are again. This handy case features a display screen showing the battery levels of each individual bud. On top of that, these have a built-in mic, have up to 35 hours of play and come with three ear tips to personalize to your liking.
20. JLab Go Air Sport True Wireless Earbuds, $25 to $30
The last thing you want is your wireless earbuds to fall out while you’re mid-jog. Thankfully, these JLab ones will wrap around your ear for a more secure hold. Plus, they come in a variety of fun colors to choose from, are sweat-proof and can provide up to 35 hours of play.
21. Donerton Wireless Earbuds, $30
Anther notable ear hook style is these by Donerton. Not only are they under $50, but they come with side controls on each earbud so your can adjust the volume, pause, play and skip songs — no pulling out your phone needed.
22. Skullcandy Jib True XT 2 True Wireless Earbuds, $20 to $30
You’ll be ditching your bluetooth speakers after listening to the sounds these Skullcandy wireless earbuds produce. The shades they come in are stylish and eye-catching while the 22 hour battery life ensures you get uninterrupted listening all day long.
23. bmani Wireless Earbuds, $40, original price: $60
You can never go wrong with pink and these wireless earbuds only prove that with it’s shiny, sleek design. Close to 25,000 Amazon reviewers seem to agree, especially since some of the features include up to 48 hours of playtime, dual LED battery percentage display and three different sized ear caps to customize to your liking.
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