The 5 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 – Spring 2021 Reviews

The best wireless earbuds under $100 that we've tested are the EarFun Air Pro. These truly wireless in-ears have a sleek design that feels quite well-built, with a dense plastic construction that's rated IPX5 for water resistance. They supply more than nine hours of runtime on a single charge and have a case that supplies about two-and-a-half extra charges, so you shouldn't need to worry about running out charge too often.

These in-ears are equipped with an ANC system that enables them to block out an impressive amount of ambient noise, ranging from the low rumble of bus engines to the high-pitched hum of an AC unit, not to mention the chatter of people nearby. They have a very well-balanced sound profile with just a hint of added bass, which should provide a bit of extra thump and kick to EDM and hip-hop tracks without overwhelming more delicate instrumentals or vocals.

Unfortunately, they don't have any sound customization features, like on-board EQ presets or a companion app with a graphic EQ. Their touch-sensitive control scheme can also take some time to get used to. Otherwise, their great noise isolation performance and solid-feeling construction make them a solid choice if you're looking for a pair of relatively affordable wireless earbuds.

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, 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 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, they only have six-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 said, 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 quite 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 for quick and easy pairing with Apple devices. Their audio latency on iOS systems is quite low, though apps and devices compensate differently for this, so your experience may vary. They do a decent job of blocking out ambient noise, despite lacking an ANC system, and 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 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 FIIL T1X. Despite their budget-friendly price, they have a fairly high-grade plastic construction that's rated IP65 for dust and water resistance, though we don't currently test for that. They're also quite comfortable to wear for extended periods of time and have a very stable fit.

They have a slightly bass-heavy sound profile, which emphasizes the thump and kick of some EDM and hip-hop tracks, but without totally muddying or cluttering vocals or lead instruments. If that isn't to your liking, their companion app allows you to choose between 15 different EQ presets. They provide almost seven hours of continuous runtime and come with a case that supplies roughly three additional charges, which should be enough for a couple of days. They're also equipped with a standby mode that helps conserve power when not in use.

However, their touch-sensitive control scheme can take some time to get used to. Their integrated mic also offers poor overall recording quality, as it makes your voice sound unnatural and distorted. Their latency on most devices is also rather high, though apps and devices compensate to varying degrees for this, so your real-world experience can vary. Otherwise, if you're looking for a pair of versatile truly wireless in-ears at a relatively affordable price, these are a solid option.