The 5 Best Wireless Earbuds For iPhone - Fall 2021 Reviews

The Apple AirPods Pro Truly Wireless are the best wireless earbuds for iPhone that we've tested. These earbuds have an H1 chip, which allows you to seamlessly pair them with other devices in your Apple ecosystem. They also have a settings interface that's only available on iOS devices, and it offers button mapping as well as ANC control.

These premium headphones have a comfortable and lightweight fit stable enough for moderate physical activity. Although they lack low bass, they have a fairly neutral and versatile sound profile well-suited for a variety of audio content. They're also equipped with an excellent active noise cancelling (ANC) system and can block out the low rumble of bus or plane engines as well as office chatter. They also have over five hours of continuous playback time, and their carrying case holds roughly five additional charges.

Unfortunately, they don't have any sound customization features like an EQ or presets to help you adjust their sound to your liking. Their integrated mic also has a disappointing recording quality, so your voice sounds thin and muffled. That said, these in-ears are sure to please most users looking for iOS-compatible headphones, and they're even among the best truly wireless earbuds that we've tested.

The best wireless sports earbuds for iPhone that we've tested are the Beats Powerbeats Pro. These in-ears feature a sturdy, lightweight plastic construction and a very stable fit, courtesy of their ear-hook design, which should keep them in place even during intense workout sessions. Their control scheme is also easy to use, so you shouldn't lose your rhythm if you want to adjust while you're out running.

They have a well-balanced sound profile that should suit whatever kind of content you listen to as you work out, whether that's EDM music or an audiobook. They also feature Apple's H1 chip, which allows them to pair quickly and seamlessly with iOS devices. While they don't block out that much ambient noise, that may be helpful if you're running outdoors and want to stay aware of your surroundings. Their continuous battery life of more than 11 hours is great and should last you marathon distances without issue.

Unfortunately, their iOS interface doesn't offer nearly as many customization options as a dedicated companion app, with no audio presets or an EQ to fine-tune your listening experience. Their IPX4 rating is also on the low end for sports headphones and is somewhat disappointing at this price point, though we don't test that feature. Thanks to their comfortable fit and versatile sound profile, they're among the best wireless earbuds for running and working out that we've tested.

The Beats Flex Wireless are the best earphones for iPhone with a wireless design and at a budget level that we've tested. These colorful and lightweight in-ears have a silicone neck cable design, so you can wear them around your neck when you're not using them. Thanks to their W1 chip, you can also seamlessly pair them with all your Apple devices.

Out of the box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile that packs a touch of extra thump, rumble, and boom to your mixes, making them well-suited for genres like EDM and hip-hop. They have a good build quality that feels durable as well as a stable and comfortable fit. Although they don't have ANC and struggle to block out lower-ranged noise like the rumbles from bus engines, they can help cut down sounds like office chatter. They also have low latency on iOS devices, which is nice if you like to stream video.

Unfortunately, their companion app is very limited, and you can't customize their sound as they lack an EQ and presets. Even though their continuous battery life of 11 hours should last you through a day at the office, they also don't have any power-saving features to help conserve battery life when you're not using them. However, if you don't mind their somewhat simple design, these in-ears offer a versatile performance at a wallet-friendly price point.