The 5 Best Earbuds With A Mic of 2024

The best earphones with mic capabilities we've tested are the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless. These versatile buds are great for taking calls in the office or while on a walk. Like on most earbuds, their integrated mic sits away from your mouth; despite having a harder time capturing your voice, their mic's recording quality is still okay and is supported by great noise handling. That means the mic is able to separate speech from background noise well so the person you're talking to will understand you even if you're in a busy room. In terms of sound, they have a well-balanced sound that suits a wide range of genres. And if you'd prefer a different profile, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets to customize their sound to your liking.

They're equipped with active noise cancelling (ANC) that does an exceptional job of blocking out external noise. In practice, that means you'll be able to hear the person you're talking to in a virtual meeting, even when located in a busy office. With their ANC on, you'll get just under eight hours of continuous playback time. There are also three additional charges in the case. If you need lower latency for some gaming while in a Discord call, the Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed True Wireless have a USB-C dongle that you can connect to phones, computers, and PlayStation consoles for lower delay. However, they can't remain connected to two devices at once and can't block out noise as well as the Jabra can.

The best earphones with mic capabilities we've tested in the mid-range are the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless. While they don't support multi-device pairing like the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless, they make up for it with their edge in microphone recording quality. Your voice sounds clear as well as intelligible even when speaking quietly, and if you're calling from a noisy environment, speech remains easy to follow. They also have a relatively balanced sound, making them well-suited for most kinds of audio content. If you prefer something different, their companion app offers EQ presets.

These comfortable buds are equipped with a very good ANC system. They don't block out quite as much noise as our top pick, but you can still tune out chatty coworkers with ease. With the ANC on, they last over six hours, and there are 3.5 extra charges in the case if you need it. Unfortunately, their control scheme also lacks volume controls by default, although you can enable them in the app. They don't support multi-device pairing either, but if that's important to you, try the Nothing Ear Truly Wireless instead. They can connect with up to two devices simultaneously, but their mic's overall performance isn't as good as the Samsung's.

If you're on a budget, the best earbuds with microphone capabilities are the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless. Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless, they don't have ANC, so they aren't as good for making calls from noisy places. However, they offer a better mic recording quality, and your voice is clear and easy to understand over the phone. You can also adjust the mic sidetone in the earbuds' companion app if you want to hear yourself during calls.

However, the mic's noise handling is just okay. Your voice will be understandable over noise like background chit-chat at the office, but the sound of a bus passing nearby will drown it out. These earbuds have a well-balanced default sound profile that you can adjust with an in-app parametric EQ. They also last about eight hours of continuous use, so they can get you through a workday without recharging. They aren't as comfortable as previous picks and can fall out of your ears after a while.

Like the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless, the Devialet Gemini II True Wireless are earbuds with outstanding ANC that does an incredible job blocking out sounds across the full frequency spectrum, including chatty coworkers and airplane cabin noise. Where they differ from the Jabra is their premium price point, which gets you a more consistent sound and slightly better noise cancelling than our top pick. If you find yourself in long conversations though, the Devialet's battery life of just under five hours is short compared to the Jabra's. The onboard microphone performance of the Devialet, however, is on par with the top performers on this list; their decent recording quality and very good noise handling mean whoever you're speaking to will be able to hear you clearly, even if you're in a louder environment.

There's no lack of good ergonomics on these premium buds; they're comfortable and have great build quality and stability so you can wear them for hours. If you take a break from long meetings and want to listen to some tunes, these buds can use the aptX codec to stream Hi-Res audio, and they have excellent control of their neutral sound profile. Ultimately, the choice is down to personal preference, but if you're looking for earbuds to make calls with and are willing to pay a premium for remarkable ANC performance, the Devialet are worth considering.

If you prefer a wired design, you'll want to check out the SteelSeries TUSQ, the best wired earphones with mic capability we've tested. They're a pair of gamer-centric buds—they come with a boom mic for clearer recording quality, so you're easy to follow. Since the boom is flexible, you can position the mic closer to your mouth than integrated mics like that of our other picks. It still has trouble separating speech from ambient noise though. But casual users, fear not! These buds also have an in-line mic if you want to use them in a less gamer-centric way. This mic differs in performance when it comes to noise handling since the mic sits further from your mouth and has a harder time capturing speech clearly.

These earbuds have a decently comfortable fit and are lightweight. Their excited sound is well-suited for genres like rock and pop as it adds extra thump, rumble, and boom while vocals and instruments are bright. However, voices also sound muddy, and the earbuds lack customization features to help you adjust them to your liking. They also struggle to block background sound, so it can be hard to hear your conversations clearly.

For something even cheaper, try the Apple EarPods. These classic one-size-fits-all buds have an in-line mic with a better noise-handling performance. However, they aren't as well-built and have a significantly less stable in-ear fit.