7 Wireless Earbuds Under $50 That Offer Premium Performance, for Less

editor’s pick

JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless Headphones

The JBL Vibe Wireless Earbuds have been labeled as an Amazon Choice for earbuds and in-ear headphones with more than 10,000 units purchased in the past month, according to the retailer. Some of the key features include up to 32 hours of battery life, wire-free listening and hands-free calls — which is especially nice if you consider yourself a multitasker. Reviewers have noted that the “sound quality sounds just as good as Apple AirPods Pro” and praise the ability to “change the functions and what they control.”

We have tested the JBL Vibe Earbuds in the past and were super impressed with how detailed and powerful the audio ones, especially for the price point.

travel pick

Blackview Wireless Earbuds

Blackview’s cheap wireless earbuds boast up to 56 hours of continuous playback with the charging case, or up to six hours without the case. You can also choose from three modes, including noise cancelling, transparency or normal mode to customize your listening experience. Reviewers love how they “charge very quickly and stay charged even with extended use,” so you can use them on the plane or at work without worrying about the battery dying partway through.

Sweat-proof pick

Zingbird Wireless Earbuds

Zingbird wasn’t messing around when it designed these wireless earbuds — and they’re currently 50% off (as of this writing). The sleek black buds boast a 4.8-star rating and come with a high-tech charging case with a digital display that will tell you when both earbuds are fully charged. You’ll also be able to enjoy up to 10 hours of listening on a full charge and a sweat-proof and waterproof material.

eco-friendly pick

Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds

Soundcore’s wireless earbuds boast climate-pledge friendly materials that make them one of the most sustainable picks on the list. Reviewers have given the affordable earbuds a 4.5-star rating, praising aspects including its comfort, quality and controls. Included are three different-sized ear tips that you can customize to your liking (and fit) as well as up to 30 hours of battery life with the charging case.

What we especially like: a “Find My Earbuds” feature that emits noise to help you — yes — find your earbuds when you’re accidentally misplaced them.

touch-controls

Kurdene Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds

More than 36,000 verified Amazon reviewers have given the Kurdene Bluetooth Wireless Earubuds five stars — and we can see why. The battery can last up to 38 hours with the charging case and you can enjoy buttonless touch for skipping, pausing and playing music. Shoppers describe the touch controls as “intuitive” and praise its ability to easily answer and end calls.

Dual-Mic Pick

Tozo T20 Wireless Earbuds

If you’re always on the phone, then you’ll want a pair of wireless earbuds with a dual-mic. Tozo’s earbuds are just $26 and feature double the mics to help pick up your voice and make sure your friends and family hear you loud and clear. Reviewers also rave about the sound quality on these cheap earbuds, with one noting that “these mics make me sound like a superstar during calls.”

At around $30, we’ve purchased these earbuds in the past and used them for travel and commuting (when we don’t want to take our pricey earbuds out). These make a great stocking stuffer too, and we’ve gifted them to friends and family of all ages.

workout pick

Skullcandy Mod True Wireless Earbuds

Skullcandy’s wireless earbuds were built with a waterproof, sweat-proof and dust-proof design to help with longevity. Even during your hardest workouts, these earbuds will aim to stay in your ears using a cushioned tip for added comfort and hold. One reviewer even noted that the earbuds are “easy to clean after a workout and never sounded muffled.”

We’ve been personally using Skullcandy earbuds for years and they remain a go-to for consistent, wide-ranging sound.