What to Look for In New Earbuds

BY Jenica November 8, 2021

We know that all earbuds are not created equal, but do the ones with the high price tags really make that big of a difference? If you’re facing analysis paralysis researching countless options, here are a few things to consider before adding anything to your cart:

Battery Life

If you’re facing a long plane ride, road trip, or an extra-long line at the DMV, you don’t want your wireless earbuds failing you. AirPods and Galaxy buds claim to get around 4-5 hours of battery life before having to cradle the buds back in their little charging case. The best part is you only need to charge them in the case for an hour of listening time!

Cost

If you’re on the lookout for something on a budget, there are countless of brandless buds for less than $20. Skullcandy offers a solid wireless bud option for $30, just a little behind the Google OnePlus buds for $50. However, you are going to get what you pay for. What you compromise in price may cost you noise cancellation, battery life, or overall build quality. 

Noise Cancelling/Ambient Sound

Nothing beats a good noise cancelling option when you’re in a crowded airport, but if you’re planning on using headphones as a means for communication, the ambient sound feature is a must! It makes chatting on the phone way easier without having to hear your own muffled voice echo back into your head. 

With these all in mind, there’s something for everyone’s budget. Here are some top contenders to check out when you’re ready to make a purchase.

SkullCandy Jib $29.99

OnePlus $49.99

Galaxy Buds Pro $130

AirPods Pro $199

Sony WF-1000XM4 $250

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