Whether you are hooked to ‘Big Dawgs,’ the catchiest earworm of 2024 by Hanumankind, who has made it to the Top 10 list on Instagram and also entered the Top 10 tracks on the Billboard Global 200 singles, or whether it’s your favourite podcast or YouTube channel that’s on autoplay, a pair of perfectly fitting Bluetooth earbuds that don’t give you’re an earache, is the accessory du jour to stay tuned to music and more.
While there is a lot happening in the listening tech category based on your budget and active or leisure lifestyle requirements and key features, convenience and sound quality have always been key features. The best in-ear headphones allow you to zone out and enjoy the sublime experience without making their presence felt. We zero in on the trendiest earbuds that you can add to your cart this season and shut the world off and tune into nothing but your own tune.
True Wireless Bluetooth earbuds (TWS) have made rapid strides over the last couple of years particularly in audio quality, earning the approval of serious audiophiles. Battery life and Active noise cancellation (ANC) have also seen major improvements. Whether you’re looking for the convenience of earbuds that you can slip into your tightest jeans or earbuds that are ready for your most vigorous workouts, we have you covered. With ANC that shuts out external sounds, these buds are ready for noisy airport lounges and cabins:
1. OnePlus Buds Pro 3
This one makes it to our list for its stellar soundstage. These buds have been master tuned with Dynaudio, the Danish sound brand, renowned for their precision studio monitors. A 11mm woofer combines with a 6mm tweeter, each driven by its own bespoke-audio tuned audio processor. This sets up the perfect soundstage for deep bass and delicate trebles. These buds also score with their ANC (up to 50 dB) solution and offer Spatial Audio with head tracking. Battery life is quite solid—43 hours with ANC off and OnePlus also offers a lightning-fast charging solution—10 minutes of charging gives you 13 hours of music playback.
Price: Rs 11,999
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2. Sennheiser Momentum Sport
Need a pair of TWS earbuds to complement your active lifestyle? Look no further. These earbuds connect the heart-rate and body temperature sensors in the earbuds to your fitness app via Bluetooth. They are compatible with most sports watches and apps like Polar Flow (for stats like body temperature). They are geared for your toughest workouts with an IP55-certified, water-resistant, acoustic design. The Momentum Sport lives up to its name—as these buds are designed for a wide range of sports and promise the perfect fit with ear fins and ear tips that suit your ears.
Price: Rs 27,990
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3. Marshall Motif ANC
Want to feel the energy of your favourite band with a ringside, concert-worthy audio experience? Marshall’s Motif II brings the brand’s signature sound experience in a tiny package. They are ready for Bluetooth LE Audio that ensures the best possible wireless connection. But more than the sound, it’s the iconic design and rugged appeal that puts these buds in our list. Marshall claims 30 hours of battery life that should cover most users. These buds also offer seamless switching between ANC and transparency mode, making them the perfect travel companion.
Price: Rs 17,999
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4. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
If comfort is your key deal breaker while shortlisting a pair of TWS Bluetooth earbuds, then Google’s all-new Pro buds ought to be on your radar. They come with a clever twist-to-adjust stabiliser to lock your Pixel Buds Pro 2 securely in your ear. You’re less likely to lose these buds under an airplane seat or during an intense run. These are also the first Google buds to be powered by a Google Tensor chip; the Tensor A1 chip augments the ANC solution and delivers premium sound aside from propelling Google’s Gemini AI capabilities.
Price: Rs 22,990
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5. Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
It combines the best of both worlds and is one of the most innovatively designed TWS earbuds we’ve seen. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds feature a unique open ear design that allows you to hear your music and the world around you at the same time. The cuff-like fit doesn’t just offer all-day comfort, but also allows you to stay tuned to external sounds that can be quite handy when you’re on a busy street. These buds are geared for the elements with their IPX-4 certified, water-resistant design. They also come with other cool features like auto volume and Bose’s signature, immersive audio.
Price: Rs 25,900
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6. AirPods Pro
It might be a while since the second-gen AirPods Pro buds debuted but they still remain our pick for iPhone users. These buds are powered by a new H2 chip with a new low distortion driver. The second gen Pro also delivers a stellar ANC solution and also offers an ‘Adaptive Transparency’ feature that allows you to dial into your external surroundings. Wireless charging is a handy add-on too; you can charge the AirPods Pro with your Apple Watch charger.
Price: Rs 24,900
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7. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
The big story in Samsung’s new premium earbuds that debuted along with its flagship foldables is Galaxy AI. These buds feature Galaxy AI-assisted Adaptive ANC. The AI solution also impacts call quality. That’s not all, Samsung claims that these buds adjust to your ear shape and your wearing habits to create the perfect soundstage. These buds come with a 2-way speaker and feature a planar tweeter (a first in Galaxy Buds). The other thing you will appreciate is the gesture-based controls that make it easy to operate these earbuds.
Price: Rs 19,999
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