The 6 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 – Spring 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 Apple 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 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 6 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 an as good overall performance for the price.

The best wireless earphones under $100 for sports that we've tested so far are the Jaybird Tarah. These Bluetooth earbuds are decently comfortable, portable, and very stable thanks to their stability fins. They also have a wire connecting the two buds together, which is very useful if you need to take them off and let them dangle around your neck, rather than holding them in your hands like you would need to do with truly wireless headphones.

They're very well-built and are rated IPX7 for water resistance, but we don't test this internally. Their sound signature is well-balanced and they're compatible with the MySound app that allows for lots of customization via a fully parametric EQ. Their fit also provides decent passive isolation, which can reduce the amount of noise in a crowded gym.

Unfortunately, they come with a very restrictive charging cradle that you need to bring around for them to charge, and its cable is very short. Also, the in-line remote doesn't offer the best tactile feedback, which might be annoying for some when trying to adjust the volume or skip tracks when running. Nevertheless, these are a great pair of headphones and are one of the best Bluetooth earbuds under 100$ for active people.

The best Bluetooth earbuds under $100 for iPhone that we've tested so far are the Beats Powerbeats3. These wireless headphones have a stable ear-hook design that's great for sports but its performance is well-suited for everyday casual use too. They take advantage of the Apple W1 chip to seamlessly connect to your iPhone. They're very portable, decently comfortable, and feel durable, although they don't have an IP rating for dust and water resistance.

Their sound signature is very well-balanced and is suitable for a wide variety of music genres and can also be used for podcasts and audiobooks. They offer about 12 hours of continuous playback, which is okay for wireless headphones, although some other products can offer more. On the upside, they only take a single hour to fully charge.

However, these headphones don't isolate against noise very well and won't be ideal for a daily commute, but could be an interesting choice for outside runners who would like to listen to music while still being able to monitor their surroundings. They also don't have a companion app to let you customize their sound profile. Nevertheless, if you're looking for the best wireless earbuds under $100 for your iPhone, these are a good overall option.