- True wireless earbuds don't have wires, connect to your phone with Bluetooth, and are stored inside a small case that recharges the earbuds when they're inside.
- As such, wireless earbuds are very convenient and great for carrying around all day.
- The Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 earbuds are the best ones we've tested.
- They are simple to use, have exceptional battery life, offer superb sound that's suitable for every type of music, are sweat resistant, and come with a reasonable price tag.
Just like the same suggests, true wireless earbuds are headphones that fit neatly in your ear and are completely without wires. Because they are so small and wire-free, these earbuds can be easily transported and stored in small charging cases when you're not wearing them.
There's no shortage of true wireless earbuds available today, making any buying decision difficult. The sheer convenience of this type of headphone makes them suitable for everyday wear in just about every situation.
Bang & Olufsen, Cambridge Audio, and Sennheiser all have new wireless earbuds, so how do they compare with two established players - Apple's AirPods and Samsung's Galaxy Buds? They will need to have the right balance of comfort and long battery life, a great audio experience that works at home, on the street, and in noisy environments, and not cost a fortune either.
Which out of these is the one to buy? We compared all five pairs over a few weeks to see which ones came out on top.
I've reviewed audio and mobile products for seven years, and I tested each pair of headphones here in various environments, including on noisy trains and streets, at the gym, at home, and walking around town.
I listened to both music and spoken word to test the audio performance, either from locally stored sources on a few different phones, or through streaming apps like Spotify or Google Podcasts. I used an iPhone XS Max as the primary source, but also tested the headphones with the Huawei P30 Pro, the Oppo Reno 10x Zoom, and the OnePlus 7 Pro to make sure they work well across different phones. If there was an app available, I also installed it and tried it out.
Here are the best truly wireless earbuds you can buy:
- Best wireless earbuds overall: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
- Best for sound and design: Bang & Olufsen E8 Motion
- Best for Samsung phone owners: Samsung Galaxy Buds
- Best for iPhone owners: Apple AirPods
- Best for audiophiles: Sennheiser True Momentum
Updated on 10/07/2019 by Andy Boxall: Added all new picks and updated prices and formatting.
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