The 5 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 - Spring 2023 Reviews

The Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless are the best earbuds under $100 that we tested. These buds are jam-packed with active features like adaptive active noise cancelling (ANC), multi-device pairing, and companion app support that help them stand out from other picks on this list. They also support LDAC, Sony's proprietary codec for Hi-Res audio, and have a 'Game Mode', which can help lower latency if you're gaming or streaming video.

These comfortable and well-built buds have a warm sound profile that you can customize using the app's graphic EQ and presets. Whether you're working in a busy office or on a noisy commute, they can also block out an outstanding amount of ambient noise so that you can focus on your audio. With their ANC on, they last over eight hours continuously, but their carrying case supplies an additional four charges, which is handy in a pinch. Their integrated mic's recording quality is poor, causing your voice to sound far away and sharp.

If you're looking for a balanced sound from your earbuds, check out the Wyze Buds Pro Truly Wireless. Even though they're somewhat limited in extra features, these buds have a neutral sound profile that delivers adequate thump, punch, and warmth, while vocals and instruments are clear and detailed. Overall, their sound is versatile enough for a variety of content. Their companion app doesn't offer much sound customization, aside from their adaptive EQ feature, which allows the buds to adjust their audio reproduction automatically based on what you're listening to.

These decently comfortable buds have a stable in-ear fit and a well-built design and are certified IPX4 for resistance against water splashes. They're also equipped with an ANC system and can block out a decent amount of background noise, although it doesn't perform nearly as well as the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless. They have a disappointing battery performance, though, and if you have the ANC on, the buds only last four and a half hours on a single charge. Luckily, there are three extra charges in the carrying case if you need it, and you can even use one bud while the other charges.

Try the Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless if you want more sporty earbuds. Even though they lack stability fins, they stay in your ears very well and won't fall out during a tough run. They also have a comfortable fit and are certified IP55 for resistance against direct dust and water exposure. That said, unlike the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, they don't have ANC and rely on their passive capabilities to block out noise. They block out a decent amount of background sound, like ambient chatter, but they may not be the best choice if you want to monitor your surroundings while outdoors.

They have a slightly bass-rich sound profile out of the box to keep you pumped up while moving. Their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets if you want to adjust their sound. They last over seven hours continuously, and their carrying case holds three extra charges if needed. These buds have a physical control scheme that's decently easy to use and have clicky feedback so that you don't have to pull your phone out mid-workout to adjust your settings.

However, if you prefer an ear hook design, try the Skullcandy Push Active True Wireless instead. Thanks to their hooks, they have a more stable fit. However, their controls aren't as intuitive, and they lack power-saving features to help conserve battery life if you forget to turn them off.

The best Bluetooth earbuds under $100 for work we've tested are the Jabra Elite 65t Truly Wireless. These in-ears are discontinued, but you can still easily find them via some retailers. If you take lots of calls at work, their integrated mic offers superior performance compared to other earbuds on this list and does a decent job of capturing your voice clearly, even in moderately noisy environments. Unlike the Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless, these buds also support multi-device pairing, which is handy when you want to stay connected to your work's PC and your smartphone simultaneously. Their fit is bulky, and they can push against your ear, which can be fatiguing to wear.

They have a fairly well-balanced sound profile out of the box, but if you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets to help you adjust their sound. While they don't have an ANC system, they can still reduce office chit-chat and the high-pitched hum of AC units around you. They last over five hours continuously, which may not be enough for long days at your desk, but luckily, their carrying case supplies an additional two charges.

The Beats Flex Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds for iPhone under $100 that we've tested. These colorful neck cable earbuds have some Apple-centric features worth considering if you're an iPhone user. Unlike other picks on this list, their W1 chip lets you seamlessly pair them with other devices in your Apple ecosystem. They also have low latency on iOS devices, ensuring your audio and visuals stay in sync when streaming video. Their comfortable and stable in-ear fit makes them suitable for jogs in the park.

Fans of EDM and hip-hop can especially enjoy their bass-heavy sound profile, which delivers extra thump, rumble, and boom to mixes. However, their companion app doesn't offer customization features to adjust the buds to your liking. Their mid-range is fairly flat, so vocals and lead instruments are still present in your mixes. They have roughly 11 hours of continuous playback time and fully charge up in just over an hour. Even though they don't have ANC, and they struggle to block out bass-range noise like bus engine rumbles, they do a better job when it comes to isolating you from ambient chatter.