The 6 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 - Fall 2021 Reviews

The Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly wireless are the best true wireless earbuds under $100 that we've tested. These in-ears have an excellent active noise cancelling (ANC) system. They can block out a significant amount of noise like the low rumble of bus and plane engines, as well as office chatter and the high-pitched hum of an AC unit.

These headphones have a comfortable, breathable fit and feel well-built. Although we don't currently test for it, they're also rated IPX5 for water resistance. Fans of EDM and hip-hop should enjoy their bass-heavy sound profile, which adds intense thump and rumble to your mixes. That said, if you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets so that you can tweak their sound to suit your preferences. They have under six hours of continuous battery life, and their carrying case holds roughly four additional charges if you need it.

Unfortunately, they lack volume controls. They also have high latency on PCs and iOS and Android devices, which could be annoying if you like streaming videos. However, these in-ears have an excellent noise isolation performance and a customizable sound profile, which will please most users.

The best wireless earbuds under $100 for sports that we've tested are the Jaybird Tarah. These well-built wireless in-ears are decently comfortable and have a very stable fit thanks to their stability fins, 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.

They have a neutral, well-balanced sound profile that makes them versatile for a variety of music genres. Using the dedicated companion app, you can 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, they only have six-hour battery life. This shouldn't be an issue if you plan to use them during your workouts, but it might not be ideal if you want to use them during your commute and at work. They also have a quick charge feature that can give you one hour of playback from just 10 minutes of charge time, which may solve this issue for some listeners.

The best Bluetooth earbuds for iPhone under $100 are the Beats Flex Wireless. These wireless in-ears have a simple, no-frills design but feel well-built, courtesy of their flexible, lightweight silicone and plastic construction. They do a good job of staying in place even when you move your head around and have an easy-to-use in-line remote that puts most essential functions within easy reach.

They have a slightly bass-heavy sound profile, which should suit genres like EDM and hip-hop, though this shouldn't overwhelm vocals and lead instrumentals. Like most Beats headphones, they have a W1 chip that allows quick and easy pairing with Apple devices. Their audio latency on iOS systems is low, though apps and devices compensate differently for this, so your experience may vary. They do a decent job blocking out ambient noise, despite lacking an ANC system. They should provide around 11 hours of runtime on a single charge, which should be sufficient for a full day's use.

Unfortunately, they don't have any power-saving features, like an auto-off timer or a standby mode, to help conserve the charge when not in use. Their companion app is also very basic, and they don't have any sound customization features like a graphic EQ or EQ presets. Still, their sturdy-feeling construction and comfortable, stable fit make them some of the best wireless earbuds for running and working out that we've tested.

The best wireless earbuds under $50 that we've tested are the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless. These well-built in-ears have just under 100 hours of total playback time as their carrying case holds roughly 12.5 additional charges. One charge has a continuous playback time of over seven hours, which should be enough to get you through long days on the go.

Their slightly bass-heavy sound profile adds thump, rumble, and boom to your mixes, which fans of EDM and hip-hop may especially enjoy. Their mid-range is fairly well-balanced and neutral, ensuring clear and present vocals and lead instruments. While they lack active noise cancelling, they can still block out a good amount of ambient noise like office chatter around you.

Unfortunately, they lack a companion app and sound customization features like an EQ or presets, so you can't tweak their sound. Their integrated mic also struggles to separate your voice from moderate ambient noise around you. However, thanks to their incredibly long total battery life and balanced sound profile, they're sure to please most users.