The 5 Best Wireless Earbuds Under $50 - Winter 2023 Reviews

The best wireless earbuds under $50 that we've tested are the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless. These small earbuds are well-built and rated IPX5 for water resistance. They have a stable enough fit for workouts and come with a few different sizes of tips and stability fins. These buds stand out because they come with a case with 12.5 additional charges. Each charge lasts about seven hours, so if you top them up in the case, they last for nearly 100 hours.

They're simple overall and don't have app support or sound customization features. That said, they have a well-balanced, bass-rich sound profile suitable for most types of content. They also lack active noise cancelling (ANC) but do a good job of blocking out noise like chit-chat or the hum of an A/C unit, which is nice if you want to reduce distractions when you're working at home or the office. Unfortunately, they have limited onboard controls, and when using the touch surfaces, you can push the earbuds further into your ears.

The TOZO NC7 Truly Wireless are the best noise cancelling wireless earbuds under $50 that we've tested. If you're looking for earbuds that can block out noise at the office or during your commute, these are a better option than the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless, thanks to their ANC system. It does a great job of isolating you from background noise, whether it's the low rumble of engines or background conversations at work.

They don't have an app or sound customization features but offer an excited sound profile that adds thump and rumble to your audio. Elements like voices are nudged slightly toward the back of the mix, but it's still versatile enough for a variety of genres. They have a solid eight-hour battery life and come with a case that holds a few extra charges. However, they aren't well-suited for phone calls in noisy environments because their mic struggles to separate your voice from ambient sound.

The most customizable wireless earbuds under $50 that we've tested are the Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2 Truly Wireless. These in-ears are compatible with the Anker Soundcore app, which allows you to remap controls and adjust their sound using an 8-band graphic EQ and presets. The app also offers Anker's HearID feature, which creates a personalized EQ based on your ears.

Out of the box, they have an excited sound profile that delivers extra bass while vocals and lead instruments are bright. They provide about six hours of continuous playback time, and their case holds just three additional charges. Unfortunately, they lack a power-saving feature to help conserve battery life when you're not using them.

The Sony WI-C310 Wireless are the best wireless earbuds for neutral sound under $50 that we've tested. These aren't as well-built as the other earbuds recommended here, but they offer a more neutral sound profile than options like the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless, with just a touch of extra punch and warmth in the bass range. You might prefer them if you listen to more vocal-centric content. Their neck cable might not be for everyone, but it's lightweight and flexible and allows you to wear the earbuds around your neck when not in use.

They have an in-line remote that lets you control your music, answer calls, and adjust the volume. While they don't come with a charging case, they have a long continuous battery life of around 17 hours that will easily last through a workday. However, they don't have ANC and struggle to block out noises like rumbling bus engines, so they aren't great for listening to music during your commute.

If you're looking for affordable earbuds for sports, look at the Jabra Elite 3 True Wireless. These earbuds usually cost a little more than $50, but they outperform cheaper options in a few ways. They have a comfortable fit, good build quality, and an IP55 rating for protection against dust as well as water. Unlike many budget-friendly buds, they have an app with a graphic EQ and presets, so you can customize their slightly bass-rich sound profile to suit your tastes.

Even though they don't have stability fins, they'll stay in place during workouts and runs. They don't have ANC but manage to passively block out a good amount of mid-range noise, like background chatter. You can also select 'Ηear-Through' mode, which is supposed to let you hear ambient sound, which is nice if you run outside and want to stay aware of your surroundings. The battery lasts for around 7 hours of continuous use, and they come with a compact charging case that holds an additional three charges.