THE BEST Earphones

The latest version of Apple’s wireless earphones introduce active noise cancelling into the mix, using a pair of microphones to reduce unwanted sounds both outside and inside of your ear. They fit snugly in-ear and come with tips for various ear sizes, and are IPX4 water and sweat resistant. Available 10/30/19.

Alternatives to Apple’s AirPods from high-end audio equipment maker Cambridge Audio. The Melomania 1 wireless earbuds last up to 9h per charge, and their portable charging case adds 36 more hours of playback. They are water-resistant and have microphones for calls.

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These very special Bluetooth earphones create a true sense of imaging depth and width thanks to their unique acoustic design and 3D virtual 5.1 surround sound tech, enveloping you with sound. Save 20% off in The Awesomer Shop.

Stealing a page from Apple’s pricey AirPods, these earbuds are truly wireless. They’re especially good for working out, since they’re resistant to water and sweat. They’ll run for 4 hours per charge, and can be recharged in their included charging case. Save 51% in The Awesomer Shop.

Drop – formerly Massdrop – collaborated with NuForce to create affordable yet audiophile-quality wireless earphones. The Move are equipped with Knowles full-range armatures, have an IPX5 waterproof rating, and last for 6h per charge. The charging case provides 18h of charging.

The AirLoop wireless earphones have optional sportband and neckband cables. The cables reduce the risk of losing the earphones and increase the earphones’ battery life. The earphones have touch controls, including for voice assistants.

The second generation of Apple’s wireless earphones. The new AirPods now work with Siri, last longer, and switch between paired iOS devices twice as fast as the original. They can be ordered with a wireless charging case.

The successor to Jaybird’s Run true wireless earphones. The Run XT offers the same customizable fit and sound as well as battery life of its predecessor, but with added IPX7 water- and sweat-resistance. It also uses Bluetooth 5.0 for a more stable connection.

The WT2 Plus is a pair of language translation earphones. In automatic mode, you and another person speak directly to each other by each wearing an earphone. It also has an ask mode that uses an app to translate what you’re saying to someone who doesn’t have the unit on.

Jabees‘ wireless earphones let you decrease the volume with just a couple of taps so you can hear your surroundings in a snap. They also feature Bluetooth 5.0 for quick and stable connection, one-touch access to voice assistants, and a built-in microphone.

Sony’s truly wireless headphones are both waterproof and dustproof. What’s more, they are actually standalone music players. With 4GB of onboard memory, they can store up to 21h of music. They can also connect to devices via Bluetooth or NFC.

The ATH-CKR7TW are Audio Technica’s first truly wireless in-ear headphones. True to the brand, they didn’t skimp on audio quality. The 11mm drivers are constructed with materials that reduce distortion, and it has a built-in DAC and amp to ensure depth and clarity.

xFyro’s Aria wireless earbuds are durable and packed with features. They’re IP67 waterproof and dustproof, can automatically pair with your device, support Google Assistant and Siri and automatically turn off when you take them off. They last up to 8h per charge.

Massdrop collaborated with audio specialist Hifiman to create a pair of in-ear monitors that punch well above their price range. The Bolt features 9mm dynamic drivers, passive noise canceling, and built-in microphone and playback controls.

If you struggle with tangled earphones or cords, check out Zippear. It’s a pack of magnets that fit over most earphone cords, letting you neatly fold or adjust the length of your cables without getting them tangled. They come in white or black.

Sony’s Xperia Ear Duo are wireless earphones that keep your ear canal open, so you can still hear the outside world even while the earphones are on. They have touch controls and microphones for playback and your mobile device’s personal assistant.

Massdrop and audio specialist NuForce collaborated on a pair of in-ear monitors that focus on affordability and comfort. The EDC3 has three balanced armatures per ear with a slight focus on the mids. It comes with two cables and five sets of ear tips.

Sony’s first completely wireless earphones are as tiny as they come, but they also have active noise cancellation. The WF-1000X even have sensors that can detect when you’re walking to automatically let ambient noise in. They can also let voices in but cancel other sounds out.

Bragi’s in-ear headphones are truly wireless, and require no other devices to use, since they have a built-in media player, and biometric sensors to track activities. They’re splashproof and waterproof to 1m, and come with a charging case for juicing up on the go.

Another stellar in-ear model from V-MODA, the Metallo Wireless offers exceptionally clean, crisp, distortion-free sound, great frequency response, and a smartly designed neck band that keeps controls just where you need them. Read our full review on Technabob.

V-Moda’s in-ear sport earphones are our new go-to pair for daily listening, with bright highs, punchy bass, and great isolation from outside noise. They come with lots of ear tips, sport wings, and ear hooks for versatility and comfort. Read our full review on Technabob.

Looking for the ultimate in audio minimalism? These earbuds are as compact as you can get, eliminating all wires, and just barely sticking out of your ears. Their storage case also charges them, and they have active noise suppression and echo cancellation for phone calls.