The 7 Best Earbuds For Small Ears of 2024

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are the best earbuds for small ears we've tested. While each bud's body isn't small, the tips are slim enough to fit inside smaller ear canals. They don't push deeply into your ears, either, so they avoid the plunger-like feeling that some in-ears create. The three different tip sizes mean most listeners should be able to find a good fit without too much trouble, and Jabra's 'ShakeGrip' silicone coating means the buds will stay in your ears during a workout. They're IP68-rated, too, so a little water or sweat won't damage them.

In terms of their overall performance, the Jabra are some of the best earbuds we've tested. Their outstanding noise isolation attenuates everything from airplane engine rumble to high-pitched fan whine. Their mic doesn't make you sound especially natural, but it does a great job distinguishing your voice from any noise around you. With ANC on, the Jabra last almost eight hours continuously, which is enough for a day at the office or a week of commutes.

The Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless are the best earbuds in the upper mid-range category that we've tested. They don't sit deeply in your ear, and they come with four sets of differently-sized ear tips to help you find the best fit. Their lightweight build doesn't put as much pressure on your ears as this manufacturer's other in-ear offerings. They feel a little cheaper than the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless, and they're not as stable in the ear. However, their noise isolation performance, while not quite at the same level as the Jabra's, is still great and can block out the low rumble of buses, ambient voices, and the high-pitched hum of A/C units.

These buds have a few extra features that help them stand out. They support multi-device pairing, meaning you can stay connected to your phone and computer at the same time. Their battery only lasts for around seven hours on a single charge, but their carrying case has over two extra charges to keep you supplied on the go. Their warm sound profile can be fine-tuned to your liking using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets. If you'd prefer a flatter default sound, the Nothing Ear (a) Truly Wireless are worth considering. They'll fit most small ears, but they offer one less ear-tip size than the Sony, so those of you in search of the perfect fit might prefer our pick.

If you're looking for a mid-range price tag, the best Bluetooth earbuds for small ears we've tested are the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless. These buds come with five sets of ear tips to help you get the best fit possible, and their lightweight design doesn't sit too deeply in your ear. Their ANC system performs very similarly to the Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless, so you can expect a high level of noise isolation whether you're commuting to work or powering through your shift at the office. However, they have a less stable fit than the Sony and are more likely to fall out during high-intensity movements like sprints or heavy workouts.

Out of the box, these buds have a warm sound profile, and you can also fine-tune their sound using their companion app's EQ and presets to better match your preferences. They last over eight hours with their ANC on, so they'll make it through a typical workday, and their carrying case holds an extra four full charges. Unfortunately, their mic's recording quality is poor, and speech sounds far away and sibilant, which isn't great if you make a lot of calls.

If you're looking for earbuds that are easier on your wallet, the Beats Flex Wireless are the best wireless earbuds for small ears we've tested for a budget price. These neck cable headphones have a small bud design and a shallow in-ear fit. They also come with five sets of ear tips, so you have plenty of options. Even though they're not as customizable as the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, they come in a few eye-catching colors.

They're stable enough for workouts despite lacking stability fins or ear hooks to help them stay in place. Their bass-heavy sound profile brings extra thump, boom, and punch. It makes them well-suited for bass-rich genres like EDM and hip-hop, but instruments sound dull while sibilants like cymbals are veiled. Although they have a companion app, it offers extremely limited controls and lacks sound customization features like an EQ. Fortunately, they have a reasonably long continuous battery life of roughly 11 hours. They also have a W1 chip for seamless pairing with your Apple devices.

If you're looking for budget buds with a more neutral sound, consider the Sony WI-C310 Wireless. Their bass is a little tapered down, though still quite punchy and warm, while vocals and instruments are pleasantly bright. However, they have fewer tip options and feel less sturdy than the Beats.

The TOZO T6 Truly Wireless are worth checking out if you're on a budget, as it's not only their low price that differentiates them from the Beats Flex Wireless. The TOZO come with six ear-tip sizes that should fit the vast majority of listeners, and their thin profile means they can sit snugly in small ears. These headphones also have touch-sensitive buttons, so you don't have to push them deep into your ears to register commands. They're also well-built, with an IPX8 rating which means they'll withstand a run in the rain. Granted, we found the Beats a little more comfortable than the TOZO, but not by much.

Like the Beats, the TOZO deliver a very bass-heavy sound, which you might enjoy if you work out to hip-hop or EDM. But unlike the Beats, they lack sound customization options, so you're stuck with their default mix. They also last about half as long off a single charge as the Beats. However, for their low price, you get good passive noise isolation, a reasonable mic, and a great set of headphones for working out.

If the feeling of an earbud inside your ear canal makes you uncomfortable, consider the Nothing Ear (stick) Truly Wireless. The main body of each earbud is covered in silicone and sits comfortably in your concha, which is the recessed part of your outer ear just before the ear canal. While this one-size-fits-all design is convenient and easy to use, it means their fit depends more on your unique ear shape. They're likely to stay in place during moderate exercises, like jogging, but their unique fit in your ear will impact how likely they are to move around during a more intense workout.

Their sound profile is neutral, and they deliver warm, punchy bass to complement genres like hip-hop and EDM, though how much bass you get will depend greatly on their specific fit in your ear. Thankfully, their companion app has a graphic EQ and presets, which allow you to fine-tune their mix to your liking. Unfortunately, earbuds of this design have a very hard time isolating you from any background noise. If that doesn't bother you, they last nearly seven hours on a single charge, and their case holds an extra three full charges.

If these headphones don't fit right, try the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation Truly Wireless. They're more expensive and don't have sound adjustment features like an in-app EQ, but their H2 chip offers seamless pairing with Apple devices, and you can charge their case wirelessly.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Truly Wireless are the best iPhone-compatible earbuds for small ears we've tested. These high-end earbuds are the next generation of the Apple AirPods Pro Truly Wireless. They come with four sets of ear tips instead of three, and the newest one is an extra small pair. However, some users have still experienced trouble wriggling them out of their ears and have swapped out the default silicone tips with foam tips, which can mold to your unique ear shape, improving comfort, fit, and stability.

These in-ears have an adaptive EQ, so their sound automatically adjusts to the unique shape of your ears. Their warm sound profile is well-suited for genres like pop and jazz, although they lack any built-in sound customization features to manually adjust them to your liking. They also have an ANC system that does an excellent job of blocking out ambient noise, which is nice for commuting or working in a noisy office. They last just shy of six hours with their ANC on, and their carrying case has four additional charges.