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If you're often on the go and find over-ear headphones to be a bit too bulky, in-ears and earbuds are a great portable option. They tend to be very small and easy to bring around, and some designs are also more oriented toward sports. Some might not be as comfortable as well-padded over-ear headphones, but they can be a good option for passively isolating you against the outside world without breaking the bank for high-end noise cancelling over-ears.
We've tested over 315 earbuds and in-ear headphones, and below are our recommendations for the best wireless earbuds under $100 to buy. If you're looking for our top picks in general or are curious about different features, check our recommendations for thebest headphones under $100, thebest wireless earbuds, thebest wireless headphones under $100, and thebest earbuds under $50.
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Best Earbuds Under $100
Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless 23
Neutral Sound
6.8
Commute/Travel
8.3
Sports/Fitness
8.0
Office
7.5
Wireless Gaming
5.5
Wired Gaming
5.3
Phone Calls
6.4
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Truly Wireless
Transducer Dynamic
Noise Cancelling Yes
Mic Yes
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The Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless are the best earbuds under $100 that we tested. These buds are jam-packed with active features like adaptive active noise cancelling (ANC), multi-device pairing, and companion app support that help them stand out from other earbuds in the same price range. They also support LDAC, Sony's proprietary codec for Hi-Res audio, and have a 'Game Mode,' which can help lower latency if you're gaming or streaming video.
These comfortable and well-built buds have a warm sound that you can customize using the app's graphic EQ and presets. Whether you're taking the train or working at a busy office, they can also block out an outstanding amount of ambient noise so that you can focus on your audio. With their ANC on, they have more than eight hours of continuous battery life, and their carrying case supplies an additional four charges, which is handy in a pinch. However, like many Bluetooth earbuds, they aren't ideal for phone calls. Their integrated mic's recording quality is poor, causing your voice to sound far away and sharp.
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Best Sounding Wireless Earbuds Under $100
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless 29
Neutral Sound
7.6
Commute/Travel
7.9
Sports/Fitness
8.2
Office
7.6
Wireless Gaming
5.9
Wired Gaming
5.8
Phone Calls
7.5
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Truly Wireless
Transducer Dynamic
Noise Cancelling Yes
Mic Yes
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If sound quality is your top priority, consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless instead. These earbuds offer solid build quality and a comfortable design. Out of the box, they have a more neutral sound profile than the previous pick, and their excellent bass accuracy means your audio has body and punch without overwhelming instruments and vocals. They support Samsung's proprietary audio codec, Seamless, for high-quality audio streaming. They also have adjustable EQ presets if you prefer a different sound, though you can only use them when connected to an Android device.
However, while they have an ANC feature, it doesn't block out much noise as the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless. Their continuous battery life of around 6 hours is also on the short side, so you'll have to top up the battery in the case during long workdays. Unlike the pricier options listed here, they don't have any virtual surround sound features or support for multi-device pairing. They also don't have volume control by default, which can be frustrating when adjusting the volume on the fly.
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Best Wireless Earbuds For Sports Under $100
Skullcandy Push Active True Wireless 0
Neutral Sound
7.5
Commute/Travel
7.4
Sports/Fitness
8.2
Office
7.0
Wired Gaming
5.7
Phone Calls
6.2
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Truly Wireless
Transducer Dynamic
Noise Cancelling No
Mic Yes
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Consider the Skullcandy Push Active True Wireless if you're looking for earbuds to take to the gym. These comfortable buds have ear hooks, which help them stay in your ears during runs and workouts. They're well-built and are certified IP55 for resistance against dust and direct water exposure, so a run in the rain or on the beach won't hurt them. They have a longer continuous battery life of over nine hours, and their carrying case supplies more than three charges for top-ups when you need them.
These buds have a bass-rich sound to help keep you pumped up during difficult reps. If you prefer a different sound, they have a companion app with a graphic EQ and presets to help you fine-tune them. Unfortunately, they don't have ANC and struggle to block out bass-range noise like car engine rumbles, which can be annoying if you're jogging along a busy street. If you don't like the look and feel of ear hook headphones, try the Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless instead. They have a smaller earbud design and can even reduce more ambient sound. However, their in-ear fit isn't as stable.
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Best Wireless Earbuds For Work Under $100
Jabra Elite 65t Truly Wireless 0
Neutral Sound
7.0
Commute/Travel
7.7
Sports/Fitness
8.1
Office
7.2
Wireless Gaming
5.6
Wired Gaming
5.5
Phone Calls
7.3
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Truly Wireless
Transducer Dynamic
Noise Cancelling No
Mic Yes
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The best Bluetooth earbuds under $100 for work we've tested are the Jabra Elite 65t Truly Wireless. The manufacturer has discontinued these in-ears, but you can still easily find them via some retailers. Their integrated mic offers superior performance compared to other earbuds on this list, which is good news if you take a lot of calls at work. It does a decent job of capturing your voice clearly, even in moderately noisy environments. Unlike the Skullcandy Push Active True Wireless, they support multi-device pairing, which is handy when you want to stay connected to your work PC and smartphone simultaneously. However, they have a bulky design that can press against your ears, which can be fatiguing, especially if you plan to wear them all day.
They have a fairly well-balanced sound profile out of the box, but if you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets to help you adjust their sound. They don't have ANC, but they can still passively reduce office chit-chat and the high-pitched hum of AC units around you. They last over five hours continuously, which may not be enough for long days at your desk, but luckily, their carrying case supplies an additional two charges.
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Best Wireless Earbuds For iPhone Under $100
Beats Flex Wireless 1
Neutral Sound
6.9
Commute/Travel
7.7
Sports/Fitness
8.1
Office
7.0
Wireless Gaming
5.4
Wired Gaming
5.3
Phone Calls
6.0
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Yes
Transducer Dynamic
Noise Cancelling No
Mic Yes
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The Beats Flex Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds for iPhone under $100 that we've tested. These colorful neck cable earbuds have some Apple-centric features worth considering if you're an iPhone user. Unlike other picks on this list, they have a W1 chip to let you quickly pair them with iOS devices. They have low latency with iOS devices, so your audio and video will be in sync if you watch a video on your phone. Their comfortable and stable in-ear fit makes them suitable for jogs in the park.
Fans of EDM and hip-hop can especially enjoy their bass-heavy sound profile, which delivers rumble, punch, and boom to mixes. Their mid-range response is fairly flat, so vocals and lead instruments are still present in your mixes. However, their companion app has no sound customization features, so you can't adjust the sound to suit you. On the plus side, they last for roughly 11 hours of continuous playback time and fully charge up in just over an hour. Even though they don't have ANC, and they struggle to block out bass-range noise like bus engine rumbles, they do a better job when it comes to isolating you from ambient chatter.
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Recent Updates
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Feb 29, 2024: We've made minor updates to the text, but there hasn't been a change to our recommendations.
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Jan 05, 2024: We replaced the JBL Live Free NC+ True Wireless with the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless as our best-sounding pick. We also added the JBL Tune Buds True Wireless as a Notable Mention.
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Oct 30, 2023: Added the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless to Notable Mentions.
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Sep 01, 2023: Replaced the Wyze Buds Pro Truly Wireless with the JBL Live Free NC+ TWS True Wireless as the 'Best-Sounding Wireless Earbuds Under $100' because the Wyze's price has increased.
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Jul 12, 2023: We've replaced the Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless with the Skullcandy Push Active True Wireless, as the Skullcandy has a more stable fit and longer continuous playback time.
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Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds under $100 to buy for most people. We factor in the price (cheaper headphones win over pricier ones if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no headphones that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to choose for yourself, here is the list of all our reviews of wireless earbuds and in-ears under $100. Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect headphones. Personal taste, preference, and listening habits will matter more in your selection.
