The 5 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $100 - Summer 2022 Reviews

If you're looking to go completely cable-free, the Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless are the best wireless earbuds under $100 that we've tested. These truly wireless in-ears have an outstanding noise isolation performance, thanks to their active noise cancelling (ANC) system. The ANC has three different settings, including 'Transport' mode to help you block different kinds of background noise like the low rumble of bus engines.

Out of the box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile, so genres like EDM and hip-hop have extra thump and rumble. However, you can customize their sound using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets. These buds are also well-built and have a comfortable and stable fit. Their battery delivers roughly 5.7 hours of continuous playback time, and their carrying case supplies an additional four charges, which is handy in a pinch.

Unfortunately, they lack volume controls by default, although you can remap the controls via the app to add them. Their latency on PCs and iOS devices is somewhat high too, and you may notice syncing issues if you're streaming video. That said, these buds offer a versatile and customizable performance that's worth checking out.

The best Bluetooth earbuds under $100 for sports that we've tested are the JBL LIVE 300TWS Truly Wireless. These headphones come with three different sets of stability fins to keep the buds from falling out of your ear while moving. They're also well-built and are certified IPX5 for resistance against direct water contact. 

Out of the box, they have a bass-rich sound profile with a touch of extra thump, punch, and warmth, which can help keep you pumped up during your workout. You can customize their sound to your liking using their companion apps' parametric EQ and presets though. While they have a hard time passively blocking out the low rumble of bus engines, they do a better job of cutting down ambient chatter. 

On the downside, they have a continuous battery life of 4.4 hours, which may not last you through long days on the go. Their carrying case also only supplies two additional charges, so you'll need to charge up your headphones more often if you use them a lot. On the upside, their auto-off timer can help conserve battery life if you forget to turn them off. 

The Beats Flex Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds for iPhone under $100 that we've tested. These colorful earbuds have a W1 chip so that you can seamlessly pair them with other devices in your Apple ecosystem. They also have low latency on iOS devices, ensuring that your audio and visuals stay in sync when streaming video.

They have a silicone neck cable design that feels flexible and durable. Their comfortable fit and stable in-ear fit make them a suitable choice 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. Their mid-range is fairly flat, though, 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.

Unfortunately, their companion app doesn't offer customization features to adjust the buds to your liking. Their integrated mic also has a disappointing noise handling performance, so you may not be heard clearly if you're making a call in a loud environment. Since they don't have ANC, they struggle to block out bass-range noise like bus engine rumbles too. However, they do a better job when it comes to isolating you from office chatter and the humming of an AC unit.

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.

The JLab Audio GO Air POP True Wireless are the best wireless earbuds under $20 that we've tested. Unlike most headphones at this price point, they have a couple of EQ presets built-in to help you adjust their sound. Using their 'JLab Signature' EQ, which is their flattest EQ, they have a bass-rich sound profile that delivers extra thump, rumble, and boom to mixes, making them well-suited for genres like EDM and hip-hop. 

These buds are well-built and have a stable as well as a decently comfortable fit. They're also certified IPX4 for resistance against splashes of water, so you can wear them during a run in the park without too much of an issue. They have over nine hours of continuous playback time, and their carrying case supplies an additional three charges if you need them. 

On the downside, their charging cable is integrated into their case, so if it gets damaged, you'll need to replace the entire unit. The buds also struggle to passively isolate you from the low rumble of bus and plane engines. Luckily, they do a better job of cutting down office chatter.