The 8 Best Wireless Earbuds For Android - Winter 2023 Reviews

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Truly Wireless are the best earbuds for Android with a wireless design we've tested. If you're looking for the best of the best, look no further. These premium buds are the next generation of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds Truly Wireless and have low latency on Android devices, which ensures that your audio and visuals stay in sync while you're streaming video. They also have a powerful noise cancelling (ANC) system that blocks a significant amount of ambient noise across the spectrum. With their ANC on, they last 6.7 hours, but if you need to top up their battery life, their carrying case holds three additional charges.

They have a slight u-shaped sound profile that's well-suited for genres like rock and pop. They have a bit of extra thump, punch, and boom to mixes, while vocals and instruments are sparkly and bright. That said, you can finetune their sound to suit your tastes. They're also comfortable enough for long listening sessions, even though they're still bulky in design.

If you want to spend a little less, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 are a cheaper option that aren't too much of a step down in terms of performance. Their ANC feature doesn't block out as much ambient sound, so they aren't as ideal for loud situations like commuting or walking on a busy street, but it does an excellent job of isolating you from noise. They also have low latency with Android devices, which is nice for streaming video, and they have an Android-compatible app.

Out of the box, their bass-heavy sound profile brings out the thump and punch in your audio, mainly because the treble range is underemphasized. However, this also results in elements like voices and instruments sounding dull and veiled. If you prefer a different sound, you can use a graphic EQ and presets in the app to customize it to suit you. These earbuds aren't quite as comfortable as the Bose since their stability fins can put pressure on your ears. If you want slimmer, less bulky earbuds, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Truly Wireless are worth considering, even for Android users, since they have a lighter, more compact design and a similar ANC performance. However, they aren't good for streaming with an Android phone since they have high latency.

For something a bit more affordable than our upper mid-range pick, you'll want to consider the Google Pixel Buds Pro Truly Wireless. These don't have the premium build of the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3, and they have a shorter battery life, but they offer a similar noise cancelling performance. Unlike the previous pick, they support multi-device pairing, meaning you can stay connected with your phone and computer at once. Their case holds nearly two additional charges, fewer than the Sennheiser's, and they don't have an auto-off timer. They have a solid continuous battery life of nearly eight hours.

Their v-shaped sound profile ensures your audio has adequate rumble and body, while voices and instruments sound bright and sparkly. It's versatile and particularly well-suited for genres like rock and pop and can also be customized with a graphic EQ and presets in the companion app. Unfortunately, they have somewhat high latency with Android devices, so you might notice lag when you're streaming video. The Sony Linkbuds S are a little less expensive and offer a fairly similar ANC performance and lower latency. They also support the LDAC codec for high-res audio, which you might like if you listen to a lot of music and sound quality is a priority.

The Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless are a solid choice if you're shopping around the $100 mark. Despite a more budget-friendly price, their performance rivals the Google Pixel Buds Pro Truly Wireless' in many ways. Their adaptive ANC feature adjusts itself to your environment and does a fantastic job of cutting out a wide range of noise. Even with noise cancelling on, they last for more than eight hours of continuous use, which is nice for long days at the office. Their case also holds four extra charges, and they support multi-device pairing.

However, they have somewhat high latency with Android devices, so your audio and video might be out of sync if you watch a video on your phone. Their warm sound profile is well-suited for genres like rock and jazz, but elements like voices and instruments lack some clarity and detail. Their companion app includes sound customization features so you can adjust it to suit you. However, they don't have a virtual surround sound feature, unlike the Google Pixel Buds Pro Truly Wireless. While most Bluetooth earbuds don't shine for their mic performance, these have a particularly poor mic recording quality since it makes your voice sound far away and harsh.

If you're looking for more affordable, the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless are the best wireless earbuds for Android that we've tested. Unlike higher-end earbuds like the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, they don't have ANC and aren't very customizable, but they stand out due to their battery performance. While their roughly seven-hour continuous battery life isn't exceptional, their case holds about 12.5 extra charges, so you can get about 100 hours of use from the buds before you have to recharge the case.

Besides their incredible total battery life, they have a straightforward design that lacks extra features. They come with stability fins to hold them in place during tough workouts and have a decently comfortable fit. They can also passively isolate you from a good amount of ambient noise, although they still struggle with the rumble of bus engines. Their bass-rich sound profile adds extra thump, punch, and boom to your audio, but they lack sound customization features, so you can't adjust it if you prefer a different sound.

For those on a shoestring budget, you'll want to look at the JLab Audio GO Air POP True Wireless. At this price point, you won't find earbuds with nearly the length of total battery life as the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 Truly Wireless or much in the way of customizability. However, these wallet-friendly buds still have a trick up their sleeves, and their continuous battery life is still quite impressive in its own right since they last over nine hours while their carrying case holds an extra three charges.

They have a bass-rich sound profile, but unlike other cheap earbuds, they have a couple of EQ presets to help you customize their sound to your liking. They also offer a good build quality, a stable fit, and about nine hours of continuous battery life. However, their Android latency is pretty high, and you may notice your audio and visuals fall out of sync while streaming. The charging cable is also integrated into the carrying case's design, so if it gets damaged, you'll have to replace the entire unit.

If you're a Samsung user, you'll want to check out the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro True Wireless. These buds have some features unique to Samsung's ecosystem that you won't find anywhere else on this list. They support Seamless, which is Samsung's proprietary codec for improved audio quality, and have a 'Game Mode' to help lower latency on mobile devices. Their ANC also offers a similarly excellent noise isolation performance as the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3, making them a solid choice for long commutes or shifts at the office. Unfortunately, with their ANC on, they have less than five hours of continuous battery life. If you need to top them up, their carrying case supplies roughly 2.6 extra charges.

Out of the box, they have a fairly flat and neutral sound profile that is well-suited for a variety of audio content. You can also adjust their sound using their companion app's EQ presets. If you want to use them while working out, they have good build quality, stable fit, and are certified IPX7 for resistance against immersion in water.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro True Wireless are the best earbuds for Android for neutral sound that we've tested. While their ANC doesn't block out as much noise as our top pick, these comfortable buds have a very flat and neutral sound profile. Bass is well produced, while vocals and lead instruments are clear and present, making them a versatile choice for most kinds of music. You can even tweak their sound to your liking using their app's graphic EQ and presets. To help you get the most out of them, the app also offers 'My Sound', a feature that personalizes the buds' sound based on your hearing.

These buds last over eight hours continuously. If you need more battery life, their carrying case supplies an additional three charges if you need it. That said, while they have ANC, it doesn't offer much better performance than if you were to use the buds passively. They can still block out noise like ambient chatter well, but if you want to use them during your trip or commute, they have a hard time cutting down the low rumble of bus engines.