Do you want cheap but good earbuds? Picking quality audiophile earbuds within your budget might seem like an impossible task. However, that shouldn’t be the case!

Here, we’ve outlined the best cheapest earbuds in the market. Whether it is sound quality or durability you are looking for, we have got you covered.

Table of Contents

• Best audiophile earbuds under $100
• Best audiophile earbuds under $50
• Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Best Audiophile Earbuds Under $100

Product name	Type	Battery life if any	Price ($)
xFyro xS2	Wireless	8 hours (10 hours for charging case)	99.00
1More triple-driver in-ear earbuds	Wired	N/A	77.78
Marshall mode EQ in-ear earbuds	Wired	N/A	69.99
Anker soundcore liberty air	Wireless	5 hours (15 hours for charging case)	79.99
Cleer edge pulse	Wireless	6 hours	99.00

 

xFyro xS2

One of the best Audiophile earbuds in the market, the sleek design and look makes the xFyro xS2 waterproof wireless earbuds stand out among its competitors! It features a strong battery life between the earbuds and the charging case, ensuring that you keep on listening to your favorite tune for long as you want. Relax your mind with its IPX7 rating, which ensures that it is both sweat and waterproof. It can withstand submersion up to 30 minutes in water. It has a supreme v4.2 CSR Bluetooth technology.

They also have a noise isolation feature to block out ambient noises, which makes it ideal while traveling or for noisy environment.

Waterproof, noise-canceling and 50 hours battery-life, all these features in one pair of earbuds for less than $100… What can be better than the xFyro audiophile earbuds?

Pros

• It is built to be durable and strong
• Water and sweat-resistant
• Long-lasting battery life
• Long connection range with its modern Bluetooth technology
• Noise-canceling earbuds

Cons

• It could be a bit tricky while you try to fix it to your ear

 

1More Triple-Driver In-Ear Earbuds

This is one of the cheapest under $100 earbuds in the market that can compete with the more expensive audiophile earbuds. It is built to perfectly fit in-ear with its angled tips. The earbuds housing is made of aluminum stripped, and you get to select either the rose gold or blue gold color. The materials used for the cables are made from woven fabric and plastic at the Y-splitter.

Connection with this audiophile earbuds is through a 3.5mm headphone jack. The controls are in-line, located approximately 6 inches down of the right earbud, and the buttons are well spaced making it easier to locate and use them. What actually make these audiophile earbuds stand out are the three independent drivers on each earbud. It has two balanced armature drivers and one dynamic driver to control different sound frequencies. It also ensures that the user is treated to an incredible sound experience. The 1More triple-driver earbuds is true quality and definitely pocket-friendly.

Pros

• The earbuds are solid metals and a perfect fit
• Triple drivers, the sound quality to expense ratio is amazing
• The buttons are easy to use
• It is compatible with both Siri and Google assistant

Cons

• The cable is fragile, can snag on each other and your clothes.
• It is not ideal for rigorous activities because of dangling wires.

 

Marshall Mode EQ In-Ear Earbuds

The manufacturers of these earbuds have designed it to give users a sumptuous sonic experience without having to break the bank. The Marshall mode EQ are cheap audiophile earbuds built with some quality. It is a wired variant, accompanied by the universal 3.5mm jack plug, which is L-shaped in its case. Its control compartment and the microphone are in-line.

One of the main features of this in-ear earbuds is the EQ switch which is also housed by the control compartment. Also, the bass range is quite impressive. The earbuds come with a shirt clip at the back of the compartment to minimize dangling when using the device for exercises. These earbuds are lightweight, and it is worthy to note that it comes with four pairs of silicone ear tips of various sizes to help users achieve that perfect fit.

Pros

• You can toggle between different EQ with minimal stress
• It produces clean powerful audios
• It is extremely lightweight

Cons

• It does not have volume control buttons
• Wires can snag at each other, tangle or dangle around.

Anker Soundcore Liberty Air

The very first thing you notice about the Anker soundcore liberty air is the stem protruding from its bottom. An attractive exterior accompanies this with a touch-sensitive surface. It also comes with five pairs of ear tips for stability in-ear. It has an impressive IP rating of IPX5 assuring you of its resistance to water though submersion is not advised.

The controls are on-ear. The right ear controls playback, track forward, and calls while the left controls track backwards and awakening your device's voice virtual assistant. These workout earbuds have a 5 hours per charge battery life with a charging box of 15-hour charge. The bass of the device has a solid boost to it. Considering that most true wireless earbuds for running cost above $100, these earbuds deliver performance twice its price. 

Pros

• It can withstand water
• The bass system is excellent
• The Bluetooth connectivity is commendable

Cons

• The battery does not last long
• The controls can get confusing

 

Cleer Edge Pulse

 

The Cleer edge pulse does not have a fancy design but will take care of your needs during run sessions and workouts. The device is built to last long with its 6-hour battery life. It has an IP rating of IPX5, which makes it sweat and water-resistant, but hours in the rain and rinse off are not recommended.

It comes with a special infrared sensor that tracks your heart rate and pulse from the ear during your workouts. The workout earbuds have a fast charge feature delivering one-hour playback time per 5-minute charge. Bluetooth v4.2 and its NFC technology ensure a steady connection to your devices. The neodymium drivers deliver crisp audio.

Pros

• Strong Bluetooth connectivity assisted by NFC technology
• Infrared sensor to track your heart rate and performance.
• It is not easily damaged by moist

Cons

• It has no charging case
• It is not dustproof

 

Best Audiophile Earbuds Under $50

Product name	Type	Battery life if any	Price ($)
Anker Soundcore Spirit Pro	Wireless	10 hours	38.99
Enacfire E19	Wireless	3 hours (15 hours for charging case)	45.89
Plantronics backbeat 100	Wireless	8hours	39.95
MEE Audio M6 Pro	Wired	N/A	46.99
Anker Soundbuds NB10	Wireless	6 hours	39.88

 

Anker Soundcore Spirit Pro

 

The Anker Soundcore Spirit Pro earbuds are guaranteed to leave you amazed at its quality compared to its price. These wireless audiophile earbuds are designed to fit comfortably into your everyday lifestyle. It features four pairs of ear tips and three pairs of ear hooks with varying sizes to ensure a perfect in-ear fit even during jerks or rigorous activities. You can wear these earbuds for longer periods without the concern of your ears being sore and weary. Its streamlined weight of 18g aids this.

The connecting cables which sit on the neck though might appear long, holds the battery, charging mini USB port, a mic and the 3-button remote control. It can be fastened to your outfit using the cable clip and shirt clip. Some of the key features of this device that makes it one of the best quality cheapest earbuds in the market include:

• An IPX8 rating, making it the waterproof wireless earbuds for all forms of sporting activities. The Nano-coating achieves this on the exterior surfaces. It is also designed to be sweatproof.
• A Bluetooth v4.2 which ensures quality and a steady connection is achieved with your devices up to a ten-meter range though it might vary with different volume levels.
• A rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a 10-hour mileage per charge ensuring device longevity.

Pros

• Long-lasting battery
• It is both sweatproof and waterproof
• It is compatible with both Android and iOS devices
• It comes with a magnetic metal casing for easy portability

Cons

• The bass needs improvement while the boost can be too loud
• It has no noise cancellation feature

Enacfire E19

The first feature you will notice about these audiophile earbuds is that they are true wireless earbuds. This means you do not have to worry about dangling wire cables from your pockets and connecting cables at the back of your neck. At a bargain price of $39, it is one of the cheapest true wireless earbuds.

It is designed to be a closed-back, in-ear earbud with dynamic drivers and a frequency of 20000Hz. This ensures that you are exposed to the best sonic experience possible while maintaining steady connectivity with your devices. The earbuds appear a little large and bulky for in-ear earbuds with a weight of 49.9 g. A few of its standout features of this incredible gadget are:

• One-step pairing- A lot of complaints have been registered by users of wireless earbuds about how annoying the pairing speed to devices is. It could stretch your patience, not with the Enacfire 19. With its Bluetooth v5.0, steady connections are achieved seamlessly and instantaneously, also at a range of up to 10 meters.
• It has a 3-hour playtime which is decent for wireless earbuds while also having a charging case of 15-hour battery life, ensuring you can always charge on the go.
• It has an IPX5 rating for both dust and moist which signifies an above-average score for dust and water resistance.

Pros

• The Enacfire E19 comes with five pairs of extra earbuds instead of the conventional two sets
• The charging adapter has a fast charge feature with 2.4 hours under 30 minutes
• Voice quality is above average while also delivering an HD stereo audio music quality during playtime.

Cons

• Noise cancellation is not up to standard, and environmental noises may filter in during voice calls
• You have to adjust volume through your connected device. No volume keys
• Not so lightweight and charging case can be quite bulky.

Plantronics Backbeat 100 Wireless Earbuds

            

If you are looking to spend close to $100 on earbuds, while also getting quality that can compare with the big bucks, then Plantronics backbeat 100 is for you. It is wireless and ergonomically designed to fit in-ear without pressure to the ears, making it comfortable for long wears. Its magnetic earbuds enhance this. The earbuds come in three different sizes (S, M, L), allowing you to achieve an ideal fit regardless of ear size.

These audiophile earbuds are connected by a neckband which sits comfortably on the napes and houses the device controls. The neckband is adjusted for rigorous activities, including exercises so as not to get in your way. It is also lightweight, measuring 29.3g. Some of the stand out feature of the audiophile earbuds include

• A rechargeable battery that lasts 8 hours in active use and ten days on standby. It takes 90mins to reach full charge
• It features a single microphone and an echo reduction system
• The Bluetooth v4.1 ensures a strong connection to your devices with a 10-meter range. You can connect two smartphones simultaneously.

Pros

• It can access your personal voice assistants
• Actively blocks out noise for clearer calls
• Comes with magnetic earbuds

Cons

• It does not exhibit fast charge feature
• No charging case

MEE M6 Pro Earbuds

 

These are the audiophile earbuds designed for an active lifestyle. What’s more? It is cheap and under $50. The MEE Audio M6B has a fancy finish to the exterior with a plastic case lined with aluminium.

The connecting cables are detachable, which means you could change them if they malfunction without changing the earbuds. It features three pairs of ear tips and three pairs of silicone ear tips for steadying the earbuds in-ear. The device has proven to be sweatproof, strong and long-lasting. So what would you expect from one of the best cheapest earbuds in the market?

• The sound quality is above average though not excellent. The bass is precise and stable while the mids are consistent with the sound quality of its price range. These features are aided by the 10mm dynamic drivers the device comes with. It also possesses a frequency response of 20000Hz.
• It has a water-resistant rating of IPX5, which makes it withstand splashes but not submersions, so they are not waterproof headphones for swimming.
• It is quite light, with a weight of 18.1g, making it comfortable for long wear.
• The 1.3m cords are detachable for easy carrying when not in use plus it comes with additional cords.

Pros

• The soundstage for this earbud is decent
• It comes with detachable cords and studio adapters
• At its price, the noise cancellation is commendable
• The volume controls work well

Cons

• The cords may dangle around during playtime as it is wired
• The sound quality still needs improving

Anker Soundbuds NB10 Earbuds

Anker continues to impress with their design of audiophile earbuds that are pocket-friendly while also offering class. The NB10 is another of their under $50 earbuds. It designed to fit comfortably into your everyday workout. It features three pairs of ear tips with varying sizes to ensure a perfect in-ear fit even during jerks or rigorous activities. It also comes with two fit clips.

You can wear these audiophile earbuds for longer periods without the concern of your ears being sore and weary. Its streamlined weight of 13.6g aids this. The connecting cables which sit on the neck though might appear long holds the battery, charging mini USB port, and a mic.

It also features a carrying pouch which is also cool for when not in use. Some of the key features of this device that makes it one of the best quality cheapest earbuds in the market include

• A double-layered coating which prevents moisture penetration. It has IPX5 sweat resistance and waterproof ratings
• The harmonic distortion is excellent while it also comes with the ambient noise cancellation technology 6.0
• The battery lasts for six hours per full charge. It also comes with the fast charge feature requiring 30 minutes to reach full charge
• It features 12mm drivers, 20000Hz frequency response and Bluetooth v4.1 for connectivity with a range of 33ft (10 meters)

Pros

• It features active noise cancellation technology
• It is splash-proof
• Harmonic distortion is excellent
• It comes with the fast charge feature

Cons

• Soundstage and bass are unimpressive
• The drivers may sometimes make the earbuds seem oversized

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Will my battery life deplete over time?

The answer to the query is yes. The battery performance is meant to drop with usage. This is because the accompanying battery technology is not designed to last forever. Unfortunately, this will decrease playtime as the battery loses capacity. The charge held shortens as the earbuds grow older. It is peculiar with wireless devices.

• What devices are compatible with the Bluetooth earbuds?

Bluetooth earbuds support all iOS and Android devices, including smartphones and tablets. Recent generation laptops are also supported. The older generation laptops and desktops are not compatible except you are using a Bluetooth plugin with audio features.

• Wired or wireless earbuds, which is better?

Although wired earbuds do have its advantages, a lot of people seem to prefer wireless lots. This is because of the flexibility it offers. Majority of wireless audiophile earbuds have a 10 meter or 33 feet pairing range which means you do not have to carry them round with you always during playtime.

  

Conclusion

Whatever your budget is, there are always earbuds for you. The list above consists of the best pocket-friendly audiophile earbuds. We might recommend the xFyro xS2 because it rivals other high budget earbuds.