The hard-to-resist Christmas bargains have begun, with many of the top tech manufacturers discounting their headphones and earbuds to their lowest prices ever for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And if you’ve been waiting for the greatest possible price on something from Apple, Sony, Samsung, Google, or another brand, you’re likely not going to do better than these deals that still available since Cyber Monday 2023 offers.
I don’t foresee any major new items from the leading headphone manufacturers very soon, so you won’t have buyer’s regret if you take advantage of any of the discounts below. As we approach the cooler months, keep in mind that headphones may function as earmuffs for a morning commute. At the same time, it’s difficult to beat the new earbuds’ flexibility and tiny physical factor. Who says you have to choose between the two?
The best earbud deals under $100
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
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Samsung’s budget-friendly Galaxy Buds FE offer some very good sound and noise cancellation for the money. They also feature a return of the wing tip design from the older Galaxy Buds Plus, the fit of which some may prefer.
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These AirPods are the lowest variant in Apple’s AirPods collection and the second generation of truly wireless earphones. Despite the fact that they are dated 2019, they are still a trustworthy set of buds with good sound quality.
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Anker’s Soundcore Sport X10 headphones boast strong bass, flexible ear loops, and an IPX7 rating for water and perspiration protection. They can also last up to eight hours on a single charge.
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The Jabra Elite 4 earbuds are the replacement for the Jabra Elite 3. They include noise cancellation and multipoint Bluetooth capability, but lack the IP55 dust and water protection of the newer Jabra Elite 5.
- If you’re someone who doesn’t like the feel of in-ear earbuds, Amazon’s latest Echo Buds are worth a look, and they’re currently on sale at Amazon for a very low $34.99 ($15 off). The “semi in-ear” fit means your ears won’t have that plugged-up sensation, and you’ll be able to maintain awareness of all that’s happening around you.
- Google’s Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds are now on sale for $59 at Amazon and Best Buy, down from $100. If you want a basic, trustworthy pair of earbuds for your Android phone, these are hard to beat — even if they lack active noise cancellation and other capabilities included in the more expensive Pixel Buds Pro.
Noise-canceling earbuds
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The second-generation AirPods Pro outperform Apple’s first pair in terms of noise cancellation, sound quality, and inbuilt volume controls. The most recent update also includes a USB-C charging case rather than a Lightning charging cover.
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Sony’s flagship WF-1000XM5 noise-canceling earbuds improve upon the previous model with richer sound quality, slightly more powerful ANC, and vastly improved comfort thanks to their reduced size and weight. Read our review.
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The Beats Studio Buds Plus improve on the original pair in terms of sound and noise cancellation, and they also come in a distinctive transparent color option. Check out our review.
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Google’s Pixel Buds Pro are the company’s first earbuds to include active noise cancellation. They combine impressive sound, great battery life, and good comfort — all without the connection issues of earlier models.
Noise-canceling headphones
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Sony’s WH-1000XM5 offer a remarkable blend of features for the price, with increased comfort, refined sound, and even greater active noise cancellation.
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Bose’s QuietComfort 45 Headphones add USB-C, enhanced noise cancellation, and a longer battery life to the company’s iconic, impossibly comfortable design.
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The new Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C, making them the first Apple headphones to do so.
- Bose’s Noise Canceling Headphones 700 have been replaced by the recent QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, but there’s still plenty to like about the last-gen pair — comfort, excellent voice call quality, and more — especially at a discounted price of $259. You can pick them at Amazon.
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