Best wireless earbuds for iPhone and Android phones

Apr 13, 2023, 18:07 IST

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Truly wireless earbuds have taken the world by storm. From being niche, high-end audio accessories to becoming an essential part of a smartphone user’s life, these earbuds have seen a major increase in popularity.

The best wireless earbuds today not only offer rich audio experience, they also come loaded with premium features like active noise cancellation, water resistance and long battery life.

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Truly wireless earbuds have taken the world by storm. From being niche, high-end audio accessories to becoming an essential part of a smartphone user’s life, these earbuds have seen a major increase in popularity. The best wireless earbuds today not only offer rich audio experience, they also come loaded with premium features like active noise cancellation, water resistance and long battery life.

We have curated a list of the best wireless earbuds in India to help you out.

How we do our research

Our ranking criteria

We consider each truly wireless headphone’s sound output, audio quality, connectivity and battery life. We also consider the time it takes to charge the device and the comfort that it offers while wearing it.

Things to look for while buying

Before purchasing a truly wireless earphone, you should look at the battery life offered and also consider whether it is comfortable to wear for extended durations. You should also check whether it is waterproof if you often use it outdoors or while exercising.

Features compared

Device	Battery life	Product link
Apple AirPods (3rd gen)	30 hours	Buy On
Bose QuietComfort	18 hours	Buy On
Sony WF-1000XM4	36 hours	Buy On
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	28 hours	Buy On
Bose Sport Earbuds	15 hours	Buy On
Sony WF-1000XM3	24 hours	Buy On
Huawei FreeBuds 3i	14.5 hours	Buy On
Apple AirPods	24 hours	Buy On
JBL Tune 220TWS	19 hours	Buy On
OnePlus Buds Z2	38 hours	Buy On

Apple AirPods (3rd gen)

The Apple AirPods (3rd gen) are the latest truly wireless earbuds from the iPhone-maker. The earbuds come with spatial audio and dynamic head tracking. The earbuds come with adaptive EQ that automatically tunes music to your years. They are equipped with force sensors that allow you to easily control music and calls.

Pros	Cons
Design	Price
Audio

Bose Quietcomfort

The Bose QuietComfort truly wireless earbuds is a pair of premium earbuds that offers 11 levels of active noise cancellation. It offers clear details and delivers crisp and full bass. It is IPX4 certified for water and sweat resistance, allowing you to easily wear them while exercising. It promises 6 hours of battery life and the case offers an additional 12 hours of battery life. It features a transparency mode that allows you to easily hear outside noises when required.

Pros	Cons
ANC	Price
Comfort

Sony WF-1000XM4

The Sony WF-1000XM4 is the company’s latest premium offering and is equipped with the company’s new Processor V1 and LDAC codec that ensures rich sound quality and powerful bass. It is equipped with beamforming microphones and a bone-conduction sensor that ensures clear voice detection, even in noisy environments. The earbuds offer improved noise cancellation over its predecessors. It is IPX4 certified for water and dust resistance. It offers a battery life of 24 hours and a 5 minute charge offers 1 hour of playback.

Pros	Cons
Audio	Price
Noise cancellation

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

The Galaxy Buds Pro combines great audio quality, long battery life and solid build quality in a compact package. It offers a battery life of up to 28 hours with the case and comes with active noise cancellation. The earbuds offer clear call quality thanks to the three-mic system used by the company. It comes with AKG tuning, which allows these earbuds to deliver rich treble and bass, which is easily noticeable when you listen to a wide range of songs. It is a good option if you are looking for a top-end earbuds that offers all the latest features.

Pros	Cons
ANC	Design
IPX7 rating

Bose Sport Earbuds

The Bose Sport Earbuds feature the company’s StayHear Max tips and an angled nozzle that offer a secure and comfortable fit. It is IPX4 certified for water and dust resistance, ensuring that water and sweat do not affect the earbuds. The touch sensitive buttons allow the user to manage calls, control music playback and use the voice assistant. The Bose Sport Earbuds have a battery life of 5 hours and the case offers an additional 10 hours of battery life.

Pros	Cons
Audio	Battery
Comfortable

Sony WF-1000XM3

The Sony WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds feature soft-cushioned silicone tips, a tri-hold design for the perfect fit and digital noise cancellation. The touch sensor controls can be used to control music playback, manage calls and for activating the voice assistant. It offers up to 24 hours of usage with the charging case. The Sony WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds offers an adaptive sound control mode that blends the music with the sound of the environment around you so that you know what’s happening near you.

Pros	Cons
Sound quality	Price
Noise cancellation

Huawei FreeBuds 3i

The Huawei FreeBuds 3i wireless earbuds are another noteworthy option if you are looking for quality performance. These earbuds sport a simple yet stylish design. They support active noise cancellation and come with a 3-mic system for enhanced performance during calls. The earbuds from Huawei are a great option if you want a good balance between price, performance and features.

Pros	Cons
Noise cancellation	Price
Design

Apple AirPods

The Apple AirPods are the most popular earbuds from the iPhone-maker. These earbuds are powered by the Apple H1 headphone chip that ensures fast wireless connection to your devices. They offer a battery life of up to five hours on a single charge and this can be increased to up to 24 hours with the charging case. The truly wireless earbuds from Apple are amongst the best products you can buy right now.

Pros	Cons
Battery life	Price
Audio

JBL Tune 220TWS

The JBL Tune 220TWS wireless earbuds sport a stem-type design, which aids in call quality enhancement. These wireless earbuds come with JBL’s Pure Bass Sound feature and support stereo calling. Equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and auto sync between both the earbuds, connecting them to your phone should be a breeze. The JBL Tune 220TWS wireless earbuds offer a feature rich package while being affordable.

Pros	Cons
Price	Design
Audio

OnePlus Buds Z2

The OnePlus Buds Z2 is the latest truly wireless earbuds from the company. It is equipped with a 11mm dynamic driver and offers a super bass tone for a good sound experience. It can last up to 38 hours on a single charge and is equipped with the Warp Charge technology that can provide 5 hours of music playback with just 10 minutes of charging. It is an excellent option if you are looking for an affordable true wireless headphone.

Pros	Cons
Fast charging	Average audio quality
Battery life

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