The 8 Best Cheap Wireless Earbuds - Winter 2020
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If you’re looking for wireless earbuds that cost even less, consider the Skullcandy Jib. They feel more cheaply made than the Anker SoundBuds Curve Upgraded 2019 and they’re a bit less comfortable, but they’re generally available at a lower price. Like many Skullcandy products, their price varies on the color you choose, but there are a few options available under $20. They have powerful, punchy bass that fans of EDM and hip-hop music are sure to love, but they can also sound boomy and muddy. The Sony WI-C200 Wireless have a more balanced sound and better battery life but tend to run a couple of bucks more.

Get the Anker if you don’t mind going slightly over $25 for better overall performance; however, if you’re looking to spend as little as possible and still want something good, then the Skullcandy are a solid choice.

If you're looking for a cheap pair of wireless earbuds but want the ultra-portability of truly wireless headphones, go with the SoundPeats TrueFree. They're a few bucks more than the Anker SoundBuds Curve Upgraded 2019, but provide a great price to performance ratio and are the cheapest pair of truly wireless earbuds that we've tested to date. They block out a good amount of background noise, which makes them a decent option for commuting or using at the office. They sound adequate, though they're better-suited for bass-heavy genres like EDM or hip-hop. Unfortunately, their battery isn't great at just over 3 hours, but their case will provide an additional 4-5 charges, meaning they should last a full day providing you don't use them for extended listening sessions.

Get the Anker if you want better performance, but if you want a decent pair of very-well priced truly wireless headphones, go with the SoundPeats.

If you use a Samsung device and are looking for customizable in-ears under $50, then go for the Samsung U Flex. They may not sound as good as the JBL Endurance Sprint Wireless right out-of-the-box, but they’re compatible with the Level app on Samsung devices which provides access to a graphic EQ with presets, room effects, volume monitors, and more. Unfortunately, these customization features are only available on Samsung devices, so if you have iPhone or an Android device you won’t be able to experience these earbuds to their fullest potential. The Jaybird Freedom F5 Wireless 2016 can be customized on any Android device or iOS; however, their 4-hour battery life pales in comparison to the 11.5 hours that the Samsung provide.

If you’re looking for earbuds that reproduce audio accurately and have a balanced sound without the need for any additional tweaking, get the JBL. However, if you have a Samsung phone and like spending time personalizing your listening experience, you’ll want to go for the U Flex.

If you like being able to customize the sound of your headphones, then get the Jaybird Tarah. Due to the wire connecting the two drivers, they won't be as compact and portable as the Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2 Truly Wireless, but their dedicated app has an amazing parametric EQ that allows you to customize their sound profile to better suit your preferences. However, they only have about 6 hours of battery life, which isn't very long but should still be enough for a couple of workouts. They also have an auto-off, which is useful to save battery life when you forget to turn them off.

If you don’t need the customization and prefer a more compact form factor, you’ll want to go for the Anker, but if you’re all about getting your headphones to sound just the way you like, then get the Jaybird.

If you like in-ears like the Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2 Truly Wireless but want to save a bit of money, then check out the more affordable Anker SoundCore Life P2. They're very similar headphones, but their case isn't as great and they have physical buttons rather than a touch-sensitive control scheme. The other Ankers also have a better battery and a dedicated app that provides EQ presets, which isn't available with the Life P2. On the other hand, the Life's physical buttons of the provide better feedback and are easier to use in cold climates. These two headphones also sound almost identical and will be better suited for bass-heavy genres, although their sound profile is still fairly well-balanced.

Overall, if you're looking for the best truly wireless headphones under $100, the Liberty Air 2 will offer better overall performance, but if you're on a tight budget and still want great truly wireless headphones, but for a cheaper price, go with the Life P2 instead.