The 7 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Under $50 - Winter 2020
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If you need a pair of earbuds with better noise isolation than the Anker SoundBuds Curve Wireless, check out the AUKEY Latitude Wireless. They have a design that's similar to the Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless, using stability fins and ear tips to provide stability and a good seal. Even without active noise cancelling, their passive isolation is simply outstanding, performing well above average across the entire frequency range, with a particularly impressive performance in the mid and treble range. Although these earbuds have a well-extended bass, the significant bump in the high-bass and low-mid makes them sound muddy, and the treble can be quite sharp. You can toggle between three EQ profiles using the multifunction button; however, there's no audio cue to let you know which one is active.

If comfort is more important, go with the Anker. For better noise isolation, consider the AUKEY.

If you don't want any cable at all, maybe consider going with a pair of true wireless earbuds like the Skullcandy Sesh. They're not as comfortable as the Anker SoundBuds Curve Wireless, since their stability relies solely on having the earbuds inserted deeply into the ear canal, which can be uncomfortable for some. However, this design helps significantly with noise isolation, with excellent performance in the mid and treble range, good for blocking out ambient chatter and the high-pitched hum of AC units. The sound signature of these earbuds is bass-heavy, with a dip in the mids and lower treble, causing vocals and leads to sound a tad muddy and distant. Unfortunately, there's no mobile companion app to customize the sound and the battery life is also quite disappointing, averaging around 3.7 hours of continuous playback and taking 1.6 hours to charge.

Overall, go with the Anker if you want a more comfortable pair of headphones, but for that liberating feel of truly wireless earbuds, get the Skullcandy.

If you don't like the bulky, sports-oriented design of the JBL Endurance Sprint Wireless but still want a decent-sounding pair of earbuds, get the Sony WI-C310. They sound slightly more boomy than the JBL and may sound a bit sharp to some people, but they still have great audio reproduction, especially considering their lower price. They don't feel quite as well-built as the JBL, but they're more comfortable and have a much smaller profile.

Get the JBL if you want a more well-balanced sound profile and prefer the stability of the ear-hook design. However, if you want a more compact pair of headphones that you can easily toss in your pockets or bag, get the Sonys.

If you have a Samsung device and want the most customizable companion app we've tested, get the Samsung U Flex. Their app isn't compatible with iOS like that of the Jaybird Freedom F5 Wireless 2016, but when paired to a Samsung device, they offer extra customization. If you have a Galaxy phone or tablet, you get access to Samsung's Level App which provides a graphic EQ, room effects, volume monitors, and more. Unfortunately, this app isn't available for iOS and is extremely stripped down for non-Samsung Android devices, providing no customization options. On the upside, their decently angled fit doesn't apply too much pressure into the ear canal and they have good controls that allow you to control your music without needing to take out your smartphone.

Get the Jaybird if you want excellent customization but don't have a Galaxy device, but if you're a Samsung user and want the best level of customization you can get, go with the U Flex.