The 8 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds - Spring 2023 Reviews

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Truly Wireless are the best wireless earbuds that we've tested. These high-end buds are the best you can get if you care about noise isolation. Like most of Bose's lineup, they have an outstanding noise cancelling (ANC) system that outperforms their competitors like the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Truly Wireless. They easily tackle plane engine noise and ambient chatter, making them a solid choice for office use or long trips. With their ANC on, they also last well over six hours continuously, and their carrying case supplies an extra three charges if you need it.

Although they're bulky compared to other picks on this list, they're a bit smaller than their predecessor, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds Truly Wireless, and have a very comfortable fit. They've also got stability fins to help keep them in your ear when you're on the go. Their sound profile is more bass-heavy than what our graph shows. However, this is due to the shape of our rig's ear canals, and subjectively, there's extra boom, which muddies vocals and instruments. Luckily, if you prefer a different sound, their companion app's graphic EQ and presets let you adjust their sound to your liking. That said, although they're premium buds, they don't support multi-device pairing, which is surprising at this price point.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Truly Wireless are, as the name states, the next generation of Apple AirPods Pro Truly Wireless. These earbuds have the same premium build and a comfortable design as their successor, as well as the same Apple-exclusive features, like an H2 chip for easy pairing with iOS devices and virtual surround sound via Apple Music. While they don't come with sound customization features, unlike the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Truly Wireless, they have a well-balanced sound profile that suits most types of audio.

Their active noise cancelling (ANC) feature does a great job of blocking noise in the bass and mid-range. There's a 'Transparency' mode for when you want to hear your surroundings, but otherwise, you can't adjust the ANC. These earbuds have the same six-hour battery life as the Bose earbuds with ANC on, and their case holds four extra charges, so you can always top it up. If you're looking for premium earbuds with a longer-lasting battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 last almost nine hours on a single charge. However, they aren't as comfortable, and their ANC doesn't perform quite as well.

If you're looking for a price that's not so steep, try the Google Pixel Buds Pro Truly Wireless. These earbuds don't have the same premium feel as the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Truly Wireless, but they're packed with plenty of features you might not expect, considering their lower price. Their ANC has a similar excellent performance, so it can help reduce noise like rumbling engines or background conversations. They have a continuous battery life of about eight hours and come with a portable charging case that stores a couple of extra charges. They even support multi-device pairing, meaning you can stay connected with your phone and computer at the same time.

They have a v-shaped sound profile that adds extra bass to your audio, while vocals and instruments are bright. Their sound can be customized with a graphic EQ and presets in the companion app. If you're using a Google Pixel phone, they offer spatial audio for a more immersive listening experience. Unfortunately, while they have a comfortable fit for most people, they can pop out of your ears over time. This can affect how the earbuds deliver bass, so it's important to get a good fit to ensure consistent sound delivery. If you want earbuds with a more comfortable fit overall, the Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless are another great mid-range option. They have a more stable fit but a weaker ANC performance.

The Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless are a relatively affordable option that don't sacrifice extra features like ANC or app support. Their noise isolation performance rivals the Google Pixel Buds Pro Truly Wireless', so they can help reduce noise during your commute or at the office. You can also choose different modes to suit different situations, including an adaptive setting meant to adjust automatically to the amount of noise in your environment. With ANC on, they last about eight hours of continuous use, and their case stores four extra charges. Like the previous pick, they support multi-device pairing.

They have a warm default sound profile, with cozy-sounding vocals and lead instruments. If you prefer a different sound, the companion app includes a graphic EQ and presets. They also support LDAC, Sony's proprietary codec for high-res audio, but unlike the Google earbuds, don't come with any virtual surround sound features. They aren't the best option for workouts since they don't have stability fins or a very stable fit and may slip out of place if you move your head around a lot.

The Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless are the best wireless earbuds in the budget range that we've tested. These more affordable buds lack features like noise cancelling and a companion app, but if you don't mind, they offer solid overall performance and one big advantage. They last around seven hours of continuous use, but their portable charging case holds nearly 13 extra charges. That gives the buds an extremely long total battery life of almost 100 hours, which is nice if you forget to charge your earbuds' case or don't want to worry about finding a place to charge it during long trips.

They have a decently comfortable fit for most people, and thanks to their stability fins, they'll stay in place during workouts. Their sound profile adds rumble, punch, and boom to your audio. Vocals and lead instruments are clear and present, so their sound is suitable for a variety of genres, but these elements also lack a bit of detail. The earbuds don't have any sound customization features like an EQ or presets, unlike the pricier options on this list. Also, the lack of ANC means they aren't good at blocking out bass-range noise like rumbling engines.

If you're on a tight budget, the JLab Audio GO Air POP True Wireless are worth checking out, thanks to their good build quality and surprisingly long continuous battery life. Although their total battery life is significantly lower than the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless, they still last over nine hours continuously. Their carrying case also holds three additional charges if you need it. While their battery life is impressive, the tradeoff is that they don't have active noise cancelling (ANC), which can be a dealbreaker for some.

They can block out a satisfactory amount of ambient noise like office chatter but don't rely on them if you're looking to cut down sounds like the rumble of bus engines, as they aren't as effective at tacking bass-range noise. They also don't come with a companion app, meaning that the only EQ options you have are the three EQ presets built into the earbuds, which gives you significantly less control over the audio. Using the 'JLab Signature' EQ, they have a bass-rich sound profile that delivers a bump of extra punch and boom to mixes. That said, vocals and lead instruments aren't overwhelmed by the extra bass.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro True Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds for sound quality we've tested. Out of the box, they have a very neutral sound profile that's more versatile than our similarly priced pick, the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, which have warmer bass and sharper sibilants. The Jabra's vocals and lead instruments sound clear and intense, while the flat bass adds just enough boom, thump, and rumble to your mixes. If you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets to help you fine-tune their sound to your liking.

These well-built in-ears can block out a decent amount of background noise so that you can focus on your audio, but their ANC system doesn't do anything to improve noise isolation. They're comfortable and suitable for long listening sessions, and their battery lasts over eight hours continuously. They also have an auto-off timer to help conserve battery life, and the carrying case holds roughly three extra charges.

Unlike other mid-range earbuds on our list, the Jaybird Vista 2 Truly Wireless feature stability fins to keep them securely in place. They have a sturdy, well-built design and are certified IP68 against dust and submersion in water, so it's not a big deal if you drop one in a puddle. Out of the box, they have a well-balanced, versatile sound profile. If you prefer a different sound, you can customize them with a parametric EQ and presets in the headphones' companion app.

While these are our pick for the best in-ear Bluetooth headphones for running, they only last for about five hours off a single charge. There are two extra charges in the carrying case, but that still means they're less than ideal for long excursions. Additionally, their ANC system doesn't do a good job of reducing bass-range noise like rumbling engines, although it's better at blocking out mid-range noise like ambient conversations.