Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025 — Quick Guide
Wireless earbuds are the go-to for listening on the move—gym, commute, or at home. They offer comfort, freedom and solid sound without tangled cables. Choosing the right pair means prioritizing what matters most to you: active noise cancellation (ANC), battery life, comfort, or price.
Top considerations
- Fit & design: Semi-open (e.g., AirPods style) vs fully in-ear for better ANC and isolation.
- Noise cancellation: Great for travel and noisy environments; choose closed-fit buds for the best result.
- Battery life: Expect ~5 hours on average; check case capacity and wireless charging support.
- Features: Multipoint Bluetooth, auto-pause, app EQ, touch controls and water resistance (look for IP ratings).
- Call quality: Many earbuds still sound ‘speakerphone’—check reviews for reliable mic performance.
How we test
We wear buds for 1–2 weeks where possible, test music across genres, run battery drain tests at typical listening volumes, record call samples, and evaluate companion apps and firmware behavior.
Notable models mentioned
- AirPods Pro 3 — current 2025 model, great Apple ecosystem features. Shop: AirPods Pro 3 on Amazon
- Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — rugged fit, improved H2 chip. Shop: Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 on Amazon
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 — open-ish design with solid bass; best with Samsung phones. Shop: Galaxy Buds 3 on Amazon
- Sennheiser Momentum Sport — comfortable, sport-focused sensors. Shop: Momentum Sport on Amazon
- Master & Dynamic MW09 — premium sound and reliable multipoint. Shop: MW09 on Amazon
- More options: Search best wireless earbuds on Amazon
FAQs (short)
- Battery life?
- Most last ~5 hours; some reach 10+ hours. Check the case’s extra charges.
- Waterproof?
- Look for IP ratings; IPX7 can survive 30 minutes at 1m depth.
- Which fit stays in ears best?
- Fit varies by ear—look for fins/wing tips on sport models or try before you buy.
Want the full review and deeper picks? See our curated selections and testing notes. (Original article appeared on Engadget; removed RSS link.)