The 6 Best Budget Wireless Headphones - Summer 2021 Reviews

The best cheap wireless headphones that we've tested are the Plantronics BackBeat Go 810 Wireless. These over-ears have a decently versatile overall performance that can please many different types of listeners. They have a stable fit, and their 24.5-hour continuous battery life is ideal for long days on the go.

They have a very neutral, balanced sound profile that's suitable for listening to lots of different types of audio content. There are a few EQ presets available on the Backbeat App to help you customize their sound to your liking. They don't leak a lot of sound, so you can listen to your favorite songs at loud volumes without annoying those around you.

Unfortunately, while their ANC feature can block out higher-frequency background noises typically found in an office, they struggle to isolate against bass-heavy sounds like bus and plane engines. Also, while they feel pretty sturdy, some users have reported that their unit's headband has cracked or broken over time. However, if you're on a tight budget, these versatile headphones are a solid choice.

The best budget wireless headphones under $100 that we've tested are the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless. These comfortable Bluetooth-enabled over-ears feature a highly effective three-level noise cancelling feature that allows them to block out ambient noise to a remarkable degree, ranging from the low rumble of a bus engine to the high-pitched hum of an AC unit. They also supply over 44 hours of continuous playback time, so you shouldn't need to worry about charging them very often.

Their default sound profile is quite bass-heavy, which emphasizes the thump and rumble of genres like EDM or hip-hop, but could be overwhelming to listeners of other genres. Thankfully, their companion app features a graphic EQ and audio presets to let you customize their audio reproduction to your liking. They also support multi-device pairing, which is a somewhat rare feature at this price point and allows you to stream music off of your phone while remaining connected to a computer.

Unfortunately, these over-ears are quite bulky, which can make them a bit of a nuisance to carry around, even when you're using their sturdy-feeling hard case. They also leak quite a bit of audio, which could annoy people nearby if you're listening to content at a high volume in a quiet environment. Otherwise, if you're looking for a pair of wireless headphones that offer superb noise isolation capability for a relatively affordable price, these are a good option.

The best budget Bluetooth headphones under $150 that we’ve tested are the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Truly Wireless. These sleek in-ears have a very neutral and accurate sound profile out-of-the-box, which makes them suitable for a variety of audio content. While they lack a more robust EQ, they have EQ presets in their app that allow you to customize their sound to your preferences.

They have a comfortable fit and are stable enough to use while you're working out. Their design is sturdy and well-built too, and they're rated IPX4 for water resistance, although we don't currently test for it. They offer over 13 hours of continuous playback time on a single charge, which is great, and their carrying case holds an additional charge. They also have a standby mode to help conserve battery life when you're not using them, and you can charge one bud while using the other one, which is nice.

Unfortunately, it can be easy to accidentally register a command if you're adjusting their fit in your ear and they lack volume controls altogether. Since they don't have an ANC, they also struggle to block out bass-range noise like the rumble of a bus or plane engine. They do a better job of cutting down office chatter. All that said, they're among the best true wireless earbuds that we've tested as they offer a versatile default sound profile and a long-lasting battery performance.