The 6 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 – Summer 2020
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The best wireless earbuds under $100 we've tested are the Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2; they're also the best true wireless earbuds under $100 we've seen to date as well. They have a similar stem-design to the AirPods, are very portable, and come with different tip sizes to help you find the best and most comfortable fit.

Their audio reproduction is well-balanced, but it has a little bit extra of bass, which is great if you listen to hip-hop or EDM music. They're compatible with the Anker Soundcore app which gives you access to a graphic EQ, and some presets so that you can customize the sound signature to your preference. They also have a great passive isolation performance thanks to their in-ear fit, which is very useful when commuting in public transit.

However, this truly wireless design doesn't have the best battery life with about six hours of continuous playback, but, on the upside, the case provides the equivalent of three additional charges. Also, the touch-sensitive surface can be finicky at times. If you'd prefer physical buttons, check out the Anker SoundCore Life P2 Truly Wireless, although they don't have as good an overall performance for the price.

The best wireless earbuds under $100 for sports that we've tested so far are the Jaybird Tarah. These well-built wireless in-ears are decently comfortable and have a very stable fit, so they should stay on your ears even during intense physical activity. They also have an IPX7 rating for sweat and water resistance, though we don't test for this.

These earbuds have a neutral, well-balanced sound profile that makes them versatile for a variety of music genres. Using the dedicated companion app, you can even adjust the sound to your liking using a parametric EQ and several presets. You can also use the app to access and share sound profiles with other Jaybird users.

Unfortunately, these earbuds only have 6-hour battery life. This shouldn't be an issue if you plan to use the headphones during your workouts, but if you want to use them during your commute and at work, it may not be ideal. That being said, they also have a quick charge feature that can give you 1 hour of playback from just 10 minutes of charge time, which may solve this issue for some listeners.

The best Bluetooth earbuds under $100 for iPhone that we've tested so far are the Beats Powerbeats3. These wireless in-ears feature an ear-hook design that helps make them stable enough for intense workouts. They come with four sizes of tips to help you find a decently comfortable fit, and they look and feel well-built and durable. They have an in-line remote on the cable connecting each earbud that's easy to use and gives you a good amount of functionality.

The sound profile of these headphones is quite well-balanced, with just a bit of extra bass that gives extra kick and thump without being overpowering. Like all recent wireless headphones made by Apple and Beats, they allow for seamless pairing to all your Apple devices thanks to their W1 chip, making it incredibly easy to switch devices. Their battery also lasts nearly 12 hours, which should be more than long enough for your daily commute and full day, and likely even a quick trip to the gym on the way home.

Unfortunately, they don't really have a dedicated companion app other than a settings pop-up on your apple device that shows battery life, meaning you can't EQ the way they sound to match your personal preferences. They also block very little background noise so they won't help to give you peace on the bus or in the office. It's worth noting that this model may be getting more difficult to find as the Beats Powerbeats 4 Wireless have now been released, but other than the longer battery on the newer model, they both perform similarly.