The best wireless earbuds of 2020 are impressive. They combine comfort with great audio performance and many models give some of the best-wired earbuds a run for their money.
There are lots of reasons you might want to grab a pair of the best wireless earbuds. They’re great for the gym, commuting, or relaxing outside on a sunny day. The best Bluetooth earbuds are designed to stay put and to bring you good quality sound – that often won’t break the bank.
This guide will take a look at the two different kinds of wireless earbuds on the market today; true wireless earbuds and neck bud-style wireless earbuds. The latter have no cables whatsoever, while regular wireless earbuds retain a single cable that connects each earbud – usually worn around the neck.
But with such a huge amount of choice, it can be difficult to find the best wireless earbuds for you. That's why this guide includes the best wireless earbuds for every budget, every situation, and in every form factor. First up – true wireless earbuds.
TRUE WIRELESS EARBUDS
1. Sony WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Earbuds
Noise-cancelling true wireless headphones that made our dreams come true
Considering it's still rare to get noise-cancellation in wired earbuds at all, the fact that Sony has managed to pack it into a pair that is not only wireless, but true wireless is very impressive indeed.
The Sony WF-1000X manages to offer a level of noise-cancellation that's very good for a pair of earbuds – it won't offer the same isolation as a pair of over-ear cans, but if you're after a sleek form factor then the compromise is well worth it.
There may be a few minor problems with these wireless earbuds, but we think Sony has knocked the ball out of the park with the WF-1000XM3; not only are these hands down the best-looking True Wireless headphones out there, but they combine serious noise-canceling tech with fist-pumping musicality.
2. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
Great-sounding and noise-canceling
Sennheiser has pretty much knocked it out of the park with these buds, offering great noise cancellation alongside smart looks and stunning sound.
The sound quality, battery life, and design of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 are truly brilliant – and they're a really good alternative to the Sony WF-1000XM3, particularly if you prefer a more flashy design to adorn your ears.
We did find that those with smaller ears sometimes find them a little uncomfortable, however, and their high price just stops them from beating the Sony WF-1000XM3.
3. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Mind-blowing sound without the wires
Cambridge Audio is known for its high-end audio equipment, but until now, it hasn’t ventured into the world of truly wireless earbuds. Enter the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1s: with an outstanding 45 hours of battery life, they combine the brand’s award-winning engineering with the convenience of truly wireless listening.
For a pair of truly wireless earbuds, the sound quality offered by the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1s is sensational. In fact, it rivals some of the best over-ear headphones, which is all but unheard of for buds of this size.
They may not have the noise cancelation technology offered by the Sony WF-1000XM3 Wireless Earbuds, but they are $100 (around £80) cheaper – and have superior battery life.
They certainly outperform the Apple AirPods, in all respects apart from the lack of wireless charging cases. This is a small price to pay for that exceptional audio quality, though, and we think they represent much better value for money, too.
4. Lypertek Tevi
Incredible, affordable buds
You may not have heard of up-and-coming audio brand Lypertek yet, but expect to hear a lot from it soon – its Lypertek Tevi true wireless earbuds are among the best we’ve tried, especially given the low price tag.
With USB-C charging, a well-balanced sound, lengthy battery life, and waterproofing, it ticks every box you could ask for, from what is basically a pair of budget buds. The Lypertek Tevi, surprisingly, might just blow you away, punching well above their weight and rivaling buds from some of the biggest audio brands on the planet.
5. Klipsch T5 True Wireless
Audiophiles will love the Klipsch T5’s sound and build quality
With their stellar sound and build quality, long-lasting battery life, and what may be one of the coolest cases we've ever seen, we'd argue that the Klipsch T5s are of the best models on the market right now.
Of course, you're buying a Klipsch product because it features the signature Klipsch sound, which is warm, detailed, and never harsh. Acoustic music is lush and detailed, and the detail extends to the highs as well, allowing the headphones to sing in the higher registers without ever being sibilant.
Battery life is rated at 8 hours per charge with the case giving an additional 24 hours – that means these true wireless in-ear headphones will last you for a long haul flight, no problem.
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