Best 40 earbud headphones under $250 based on 526 expert reviews

Our research includes 526 expert total reviews for 40 best earbud headphones under $250. The highest average score is 87%, while the lowest is 67% (a gap of 20%). There are about 13 reviews per product. Reviews come from sites like PCMag, Wired, and more. Click on a product to see more information (including which reviews were included). This list gets updated every few days as we routinely add the latest products.

1: Jabra Elite Active 75t

Avg. Expert Score (15 Reviews)

Powerful audio with thunderous bass and bright high Excellent in-app EQ Waterproof, dust-resistant design Super-secure in-ear fit

2: RHA T20 Wireless

Avg. Expert Score (11 Reviews)

Nice array of eartips. Includes swappable tuning filters to increase treble or bass. Detachable earpieces can be used wirelessly or with included cable for passive, wired listening.

3: Apple AirPods Pro

Avg. Expert Score (20 Reviews)

The Apple AirPods Pro deliver active noise cancellation, a (finally) much better fit, and an improved design compared to the original AirPods, in a bid to lure more iPhone users into the world of...

-- techradar.com

4: Sony WF-1000XM3

Avg. Expert Score (20 Reviews)

Jul 27, 2019 · Sony hasn't been much of a player in the true wireless (AirPods-style) headphone arena, but its new WF-1000XM3 ($178 at Amazon) may change that. While it's not cheap at $230, it's the best ...

5: Jabra Elite 75t

Avg. Expert Score (16 Reviews)

Jan 15, 2020 · Jabra Elite 75t earbuds review: the best AirPods alternative Jabra’s Elite 65t earbuds have been a worthy rival to Apple’s original AirPods and the go-to alternative for people with an Android...

-- theverge.com

6: JBL Reflect Flow

Avg. Expert Score (8 Reviews)

2019-10-15 · For an athlete-worthy fit alongside good sound, however, the JBL Reflect Flows are equal to the five-star Jaybird Vistas, and less expensive, too. If you’re not after a pair of sport in-ears, there is more detail to be dug up by class leaders outside of this rather niche category.

-- whathifi.com

7: Jaybird Vista

Avg. Expert Score (18 Reviews)

The Good The Jaybird Vista buds fit securely. They're lightweight, comfortable and sound quite good. They're fully waterproof and come with a USB-C compact charging case. Battery life is decent at...

8: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1

Avg. Expert Score (15 Reviews)

Oct 19, 2020 · The Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 earbuds boast an outstanding 45 hours of battery life, top value for money and fantastic audio quality. Of course, this is no huge surprise considering that ...

-- techradar.com

9: EarFun Air

Avg. Expert Score (10 Reviews)

Rich bass depth and bright highs Waterproof design Wireless charging compatibility Inexpensive

10: Beats Powerbeats Pro

Avg. Expert Score (19 Reviews)

On each of the two earbuds the Powerbeats Pro have a center playback control button where the Beats logo is, plus a volume rocker. That means you can control your music with whichever hand is free,...

-- techradar.com

11: Razer Opus

Avg. Expert Score (18 Reviews)

2020-05-19 · The Razer Opus is Razer's first foray into a non-gaming, noise-cancelling headset, and it pays off better than we could have expected. Design, sound quality and battery life are all there. Our only...

-- techradar.com

12: Creative Outlier Air

Avg. Expert Score (17 Reviews)

Jul 07, 2020 · The Creative Outlier Air is for general consumers who don’t want to be tethered by wire when out and about. Standalone battery life is excellent for bargain true wireless earbuds and can carry you through nearly an entire workday. Its IPX5 build can endure most workouts and unpredicted downpours alike.

-- soundguys.com

13: OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2

Avg. Expert Score (14 Reviews)

2019-05-17 · Like their predecessors, the OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2 earbuds are connected to each other by a cable-come-neckband, which features a seamless, silicone design; overall, they look very smart. The...

-- techradar.com

14: RHA TrueConnect 2

Avg. Expert Score (17 Reviews)

Jul 24, 2020 · The RHA TrueConnect 2 do have a few new features as well as some holdovers from the originals that are still solid perks to point out. The issue, though, is these features don’t do quite enough to...

-- digitaltrends.com

15: Sennheiser HD 450BT

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

Strong noise cancellation for the price Excellent audio performance Can be used in passive mode with cable, or wired mode with ANC enabled User-adjustable EQ

16: Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3200

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

2020-06-18 · The Plantronics BackBeat FIT 3200 by Poly isn’t is fancy headset but it is a durable one. The Plantronics BackBeat FIT 3200 is a solid headset for the price: it’s more durable than the Beats Powerbeats Proand JLab Epic Air Sportwhile staying cheaper than both alternatives, too.

-- soundguys.com

17: Apple AirPods

Avg. Expert Score (15 Reviews)

2020-08-11 · New features like wireless charging and faster pairing are useful, but the Apple AirPods (2019) aren’t a significant improvement over their predecessors. So while they’re well worth a look if...

-- techradar.com

18: Panasonic RZ-S500W

Avg. Expert Score (13 Reviews)

Oct 08, 2020 · The Panasonic RZ-S500W are a capable set of ANC true-wireless in-ears that will be an ideal fit for home workers and commuters looking to drown out the outside world. But there are slightly better...

-- trustedreviews.com

19: EarFun Free

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

2019-10-23 · The Good The EarFun Free has surprisingly good sound for their low price and offer both USB-C and wireless charging. Battery life is decent at 6 hours, with an extra four charges on the go with...

20: Klipsch T5 True Wireless

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

2019-08-05 · The Good The Klipsch T5 True Wireless is sturdily built, delivers excellent sound if you get a tight seal and has strong battery life. Its Zippo-inspired charging case is sleek, solid and features...

21: JBL UA True Wireless Flash X

Avg. Expert Score (10 Reviews)

2020-08-03 · Available in black, the UA True Wireless Flash X earpieces are chunky but lightweight. They utilize eartips with separate fin sleeves to create a secure in-ear fit and ear canal seal. They block...

22: Anker Soundcore Spirit X2

Avg. Expert Score (10 Reviews)

2020-06-17 · Nearly everything about Anker's Soundcore Spirit X2 earphones is pretty strong, including a fantastic IP68 rating, an exceptionally secure fit, a full range of on-ear controls, above-average...

23: Samsung Galaxy Buds

Avg. Expert Score (16 Reviews)

Since our initial review, a Samsung Galaxy Buds update includes hands-free Bixby voice control, plus improved touch controls, and the ability to keep the ambient sound feature on at all times.

-- techradar.com

24: Anker Soundcore Spirit Dot 2

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

Sep 10, 2020 · The $80 Anker Soundcore Spirit Dot 2 is the company’s answer to folks who desire the value of the Spirit X2 in a more compact package. The features may not be quite the same, but the Dot 2 ...

-- digitaltrends.com

25: Amazon Echo Buds

Avg. Expert Score (17 Reviews)

Sep 29, 2020 · With Amazon’s push to add Alexa to just about every tech product, a pair of Alexa-powered true wireless headphones was inevitable. The Amazon Echo Buds are the company’s first attempt at ...

-- techradar.com

26: Anker Soundcore Liberty Air

Avg. Expert Score (16 Reviews)

2019-01-28 · The Good Anker's Liberty Air True Wireless earphones cost half the price of Apple's AirPods and sound as good or better. They offer solid wireless performance, five hours of battery life and come...

27: Sony WF-XB700

Avg. Expert Score (14 Reviews)

Jun 09, 2020 · The Sony WF-XB700 are a little like the brilliant Sony WF-1000XM3 true wireless earphones, with three important differences. These earphones cost less, they don’t have active noise cancellation and...

-- trustedreviews.com

28: HiFiMan TWS 600

Avg. Expert Score (12 Reviews)

Apr 20, 2020 · The HiFiMan TWS600 is one of the best true wireless headsets for people who want to wirelessly stream videos, but is underwhelming for most other uses. Audio clarity is disappointing as is microphone quality, but if you’re a sci-fi nerd and want something that looks like it belongs in an alternate universe, these just may be the earbuds for you.

-- soundguys.com

29: JBL Live 300TWS

Avg. Expert Score (9 Reviews)

Powerful audio with deep bass response and sculpted, crisp highs User-adjustable EQ Alexa and Google Assistant support Water-resistant build

30: Edifier TWS NB

Avg. Expert Score (8 Reviews)

2020-05-28 · The Edifier TWS NB are part of a growing trend of bulky earbuds that, frankly, I’m not on board with. They, are, however, leading another trend, that of affordably priced true wireless earbuds that...

-- digitaltrends.com

31: House of Marley Liberate Air

Avg. Expert Score (9 Reviews)

Sep 24, 2019 · The House of Marley Liberate Air is made from renewable, recyclable, and upcycled materials. Not only are these earbuds good, or at least less bad, for the environment but they sound and look good, too. When you buy into the House of Marley brand, you’re making a statement about who you are: someone concerned about their ecological impact.

-- soundguys.com

32: Adidas FWD-01

Avg. Expert Score (6 Reviews)

2019-12-10 · The Adidas FWD-01 are a solid set of running headphones featuring above-average audio quality and a lengthy battery life. But their bulky design may cause some fit issues, particularly during...

-- trustedreviews.com

33: Samsung Galaxy Buds+

Avg. Expert Score (17 Reviews)

Since our initial review, a Samsung Galaxy Buds update includes hands-free Bixby voice control, plus improved touch controls, and the ability to keep the ambient sound feature on at all times.

-- techradar.com

34: Razer Hammerhead True Wireless

Avg. Expert Score (13 Reviews)

2020-01-16 · With the Hammerhead true wireless earbuds, Razer has come up with a stylish pair of true wireless headphones that look great and work well – especially considering the price. Initial setup is easy,...

-- techradar.com

35: Skullcandy Push Ultra

Avg. Expert Score (10 Reviews)

Moldable over-ear hooks Waterproof and dust-resistant build Tile app support

36: Samsung Galaxy Buds Live

Avg. Expert Score (20 Reviews)

Aug 10, 2020 · Our Verdict. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are good – but not great – true wireless earbuds. They have a number of neat features and offer a combined 28-hour battery life, but their sound isn ...

-- techradar.com

37: LG Tone Free HBS-FN6

Avg. Expert Score (13 Reviews)

Aug 07, 2020 · The LG Tone Free FN6 is by no means the perfect pair or true wireless earbuds. The lack of credence given towards bass and lows, in addition to its sometimes finicky touch controls, are likely to...

-- trustedreviews.com

38: JLab Go Air

Avg. Expert Score (9 Reviews)

Dec 29, 2020 · Busybodies rarely have time to fiddle with half-baked features, which is why the JLab GO Air has made an impression among the utilitarian crowd. As the name implies, these true wireless earphones are for listeners constantly on the go. For $30, you can’t go wrong, but let’s cover the pros and cons before hopping on the GO Air bandwagon.

-- soundguys.com

39: 1More True Wireless ANC In-Ear Headphones (EHD9001TA)

Avg. Expert Score (8 Reviews)

2020-01-28 · At $199.99, the 1More True Wireless ANC In-Ear Headphones are considerably less pricey, but they fail to deliver an audio experience that matches the promise of their dual-hybrid-driver design. The...

40: iFrogz Airtime Sport

Avg. Expert Score (3 Reviews)

2020-04-24 · So the iFrogz Airtime Sport, while not unique in any way, can help fill a thin category of budget-friendly cable-free in-ear options at just $79.99. Alas, so-so audio quality, in-ear fit issues ...

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