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Comparing Earbuds

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Awards Editors' Choice Award
Easiest for Apple Users
 Best Buy Award
Bargain Bin Alert! Watch for Low Prices
Top Pick Award
Best Open Workout Earbuds
 
Price $249 List
$169.99 at Amazon		$22 List
$23.99 at Amazon		$230 List
$100.00 at Amazon		$299 List
$249.00 at Amazon		$399 List
$199.00 at Amazon
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Pros Excellent noise cancellation, captivating sound quality, USB-C cord compatibilityExcellent sound quality, comfortable on-ear design, powerful volume, clean bassComfy fit, solid sound quality, good noise cancellingHighly comfortable and stable, immersive audioGood sound, decent microphone
Cons Not for Android users, no manual EQ adjusters, less impressive spatial sound than someLess secure, wires can get in the way, lack heavy bassDisappointing battery life, not as water resistant, smart app not supported by Apple iOSExpensive, no ANCOverpriced, glitchy bluetooth connection, subpar battery life, poor ANC
Bottom Line Best for Apple users looking for excellent noise cancellation and impressive sound qualityGorgeous sound and a comfortable feel with an affordable price tagThese super comfortable earbuds are a well-priced option for work or playPerfect for active users and those who want to be aware of their surroundingsHigh-end earbuds with mid-range performance that almost get it right
Rating Categories Apple AirPods Pro 2 Linsoul KZ ZSN Pro X Samsung Galaxy Buds... Bose Ultra Open Bowers & Wilkins Pi...
Sound Quality (40%)
7.6
7.3
6.4
6.3
7.2
User Experience (20%)
7.8
4.0
7.7
9.3
6.1
Noise Cancellation (15%)
7.7
5.0
6.1
2.1
4.4
Battery life (15%)
6.4
10.0
5.8
6.3
3.5
Call Quality (10%) Sort Icon
9.1
9.0
9.0
8.8
8.8
Specs Apple AirPods Pro 2 Linsoul KZ ZSN Pro X Samsung Galaxy Buds... Bose Ultra Open Bowers & Wilkins Pi...
Active Noise Cancelling Yes No Yes No Yes
Earbud Location Tracking Yes No Yes No No
Measured Battery Life 8.5 hr N/A 7.5 hr 8.3 hr 3.0 hr
Waterproofing IP54 N/A IPX7 IPX4 IP54
Measured Weight 0.38 oz 1.06 oz 0.19 oz 0.23 oz 0.25 oz
Quick Charging 5 mins = 1 hr N/A 5 mins = 1 hr 10 min = 2 hrs 15 mins = 2 hrs
Charges Per Case 4 N/A 3 3 3
Wired Charging Port USB-C 3.5mm jack USB-C USB-C USB-C
Wireless Charging Option Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Claimed Battery Life 6 hrs N/A 8 hrs 7.5 hrs 5 hrs
Charging Carrying Case Yes N/A Yes No Yes
Transparency Mode No No Yes Yes Yes
Multipoint Two Apple devices simultaneously No No Yes Yes
In-ear Detection Yes No Yes No Yes
Multiple Ear Tips Yes Yes Yes N/A Yes