The 8 Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025

The best wireless earbuds we've tested are the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless. These earbuds boast a new design and improved sound compared to their predecessor, the Sony WF-1000XM4 Truly Wireless. They have a smaller and more rounded shape, along with memory foam ear tips that help passively block out background noise. There's also an ANC feature on hand, though you may not notice much difference with it on or off because these ear tips do such a good job passively isolating you from ambient sound. Either way, they're a great way to focus on your tunes within noisy environments. They support Google Fast Pair, so they're a good choice for Android users, and you can pair these buds with up to two devices at a time, which is handy if you want to stay connected to your PC and smartphone simultaneously.

The similarly priced Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds Truly Wireless go toe-to-toe with the Sony buds in most regards, including noise cancelling. The Sony headphones do a better job blocking out treble-range sounds like an A/C hum, but the Bose have the edge when it comes to handling bassy noise like engine rumble. If you consume a lot of videos or play games on your phone, the Bose buds have a lower latency using the aptX Adaptive codec, so you're less likely to encounter audio-visual desync. That said, the Sony headphones deliver audio more consistently, and their mic rejects environmental noise a bit better than the Bose, so the person you're talking to will hear you better if you're in a busy area.

If you're looking for wireless earbuds that are more affordable than our top pick, the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are great. They have superb noise isolation that does a great job blocking everything from the rumble of train engines to the high-pitched screech of brakes on the road. With their ANC on, they have a continuous runtime of almost eight hours, and they've got a further three charges in their carrying case. Out of the box, the Jabra headphones have a mostly balanced sound profile that represents audio naturally. Vocals sound present and detailed without any honk, and kick drums are thumpy and exciting. Some users might find sibilants and cymbals a little piercing, especially compared to the relatively smooth top end of the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless. However, you can tweak their sound using their great companion app's graphic EQ and presets.

Unfortunately, these buds don't support low-latency audio codecs like aptX Adaptive (low latency); if you watch a lot of videos, you might prefer the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, as you're less likely to encounter audio-visual sync issues when using this codec. On the other hand, the Sennheiser headphones don't have as good of a microphone or noise isolation as the Jabra, nor do they have any spatial audio features to match the Jabra's Dolby Spatial Sound.

The Nothing Ear are the best Bluetooth earbuds that we've tested at a mid-range price point. Out of the box, they have a well-balanced sound profile that suits a variety of audio, and you can use the Nothing X app to tweak their eight-band EQ to suit your tastes. These buds have a solid 7.5-hour battery life with another 3.7 charges in their case, though they don't last as long as the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 without charging. Their ANC isn't as effective as the Jabra either, but it still does a decent job of reducing external noise to keep listeners isolated from the outside world.

These earbuds have excellent connectivity, supporting multi-device pairing and Google Fast Pair. They also work with LDAC for high-quality streaming of lossless audio. While the Nothing Ears don't come with a spatial audio feature like Jabra's Dolby Spatial Sound, they bring their own flair with ChatGPT integration and a Find My Earbuds function. The Nothing X app allows you to access ChatGPT's conversation mode with earbud controls to receive answers to your questions on the fly. If you want a similarly flat sound profile with better noise cancelling and access to spatial audio, the Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless are a viable option. However, their microphone performs worse, and they cost a bit more.

If you're shopping in the low mid-range market, the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds we've tested. They're a relatively affordable option with numerous features like ANC and app support. Their noise isolation performance punches above their price, so they can help reduce noise during your commute or at the office. You can also choose different modes to suit different situations, including an adaptive setting to automatically adjust to the amount of noise in your environment. With ANC on, they last for about eight hours of continuous use, and their case stores four extra charges. Like the previous pick, they support multi-device pairing, too.

They have a warm default sound profile, with cozy-sounding vocals and lead instruments. Their companion app includes a graphic EQ and presets if you prefer a different sound, but unlike the Nothing Ear, they don't come with extra features like ChatGPT integration. They also aren't the best option for workouts since they don't have stability fins and aren't very stable, so they may slip out of place if you move your head around a lot. If you want similarly performing buds with a slightly different shape, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless are a good choice. Compared to the Space A40's rounded look, the Liberty 4 NC have a more traditional stem design that some may find preferable. The Liberty 4 NC also have a longer nine-hour battery life, though they don't cancel noise as well as the Space A40.

The JBL Vibe Buds True Wireless are the best Bluetooth earbuds in the budget category that we've tested. These earbuds are decently comfortable and have a good build quality. With a battery life of just over eight hours, they'll last the workday without needing a top-up, and their IP54 rating against dust and water exposure makes them well-suited for weekends on the go. Unlike the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, they don't have an ANC system and won't cut out the deep rumble from bus and plane engines, though they do a better job at isolating you from higher-frequency noise, like background chit-chat or whiny A/C units.

They have a mildly bass-heavy sound, but their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets to help you tune their sound to your taste. That said, while their integrated mic has decent recording quality, it does a sub-par job of separating your voice from background noise. The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless do a better job in this regard, and their integrated mic has very good recording quality, which makes them a better fit for taking calls. While the Vibe Beam have a transparency function, their fit isn't as comfortable or stable as the Vibe Buds, and they have a slightly shorter continuous battery life.

The Anker Soundcore P25i/P20i are the best cheap Bluetooth earbuds we've tested. Thanks to their good build quality and continuous battery life of nine hours, they're worth checking out. Their carrying case also holds two additional charges if you need them. They're a step up from the JBL Vibe Buds True Wireless in comfort and stability, but they're missing premium features found on the more expensive pick like an auto-standby timer to conserve battery and a graphic EQ. While they don't have ANC, the Anker can passively block out a bit of ambient noise like office chatter; however, don't rely on these earbuds if you're looking to cut down noise like the rumble of bus engines—they're less effective at tackling bass-range noise.

Out of the box, they have a bass-rich sound profile that delivers a ton of extra punch and boom to mixes. Depending on your tastes, the extra boom might be too much; fortunately, their app has a whopping 22 EQ presets for customizing your sound. If multitasking on different devices is important to you, consider the Skullcandy Dime 3 True Wireless, which support multi-device pairing with up to two devices simultaneously. However, compared to the Anker, you'll sacrifice some comfort and mic recording quality.

The Nothing Ear (a) are the best buds for sound quality that we've tested. They are a great choice for listening to a variety of genres, thanks to their balanced sound. Whether you're enjoying bass-heavy genres like EDM or vocal-centric content like folk, these buds reproduce voices and lead instruments with great clarity and accuracy. Compared to something similarly priced, like the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, these buds have more control over their sound signature. You can even switch up the Nothing's sound with their app's graphic EQ and toggle Sony's LDAC Bluetooth codec to enjoy high-quality audio. To further facilitate your listening experience, these buds are comfortable, come with multiple silicone tips, and have a 5.5-hour battery life. They also have decent ANC, though it's not as good as the Anker's.

As the close relative of the Nothing Ear (a), the Nothing Ear sound similar and come with a few more features, including an eight-band EQ and longer battery life, albeit at a steeper price. If you need some extra bass in your buds and you're willing to sacrifice some comfort and money, look at the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, which sound warm out of the box and can be EQ'd even further for that extra thump.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are the best earbuds for iOS. These earbuds have a premium build and comfortable design similar to other Apple products. They also come with many Apple-exclusive features, like an H2 chip for easy pairing with iOS devices and virtual surround sound via Apple Music to help improve your soundstage experience. They have a well-balanced sound right out of the box. However, their sound customization options are only available on iOS, unlike the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless, which have a companion app that has full functionality on both Android and iOS. This means the AirPods aren't the best choice for users who listen on multiple platforms.

Their ANC feature does a great job of blocking noise in the bass and mid-range. There's a 'Transparency' mode for when you want to hear your surroundings, but otherwise, you can't adjust the ANC. With ANC on, these earbuds last six hours off a single charge, and their case holds four extra charges, so you can always top them up. If you find the in-ear fit of these buds uncomfortable, the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation have similar features and also work seamlessly in the Apple ecosystem. However, the AirPods 4 ANC don't support Apple's new Hearing Test and Hearing Aid functionality (currently limited to certain countries) like the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation).