Best Wireless Earbuds (2026): Apple, Sony, Bose, and More
Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.
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Parker Hall Ryan Waniata Gear Feb 8, 2026 8:05 AM The Best Wireless Earbuds We’ve Tested Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite headphones that will never, ever get tangled. (and honestly, same)
Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Featured in this article The Best Earbuds for Most People Google Pixel Buds 2a $129 Amazon Best Earbuds for iPhones Apple AirPods Pro 3 $249 $230 (8% off) Amazon The Best for Samsung Phones Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE $150 $127 (15% off) Amazon Best Earbuds for Android Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 $229 $179 (22% off) Amazon Wireless earbuds are one of those ideas that sounded like a dream at first: Pop a little headphone into each ear and listen to music or take calls untethered from everything, often with noise canceling and waterproofing to boot.
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While the first wireless buds were gigantic, died after a few hours, and had a bunch of other problems, times have changed majorly. There are now tons of new models that sound fabulous and work perfectly, including plenty for well under $100.
After testing hundreds of pairs of wireless earbuds over the past decade, the WIRED Reviews team has chosen these as favorites in a wide range of styles and prices. For more top picks, check out our other audio guides, like the Best Open Earbuds , Best Wireless Headphones , Best Noise-Canceling Headphones , Best Cheap Headphones, Best Workout Headphones , and Best Wired Headphones .
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Updated February 2026: Weve reorganized this guide and added the Google Pixel Buds 2a and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE. The Best Earbuds for Most People Photograph: Parker Hall Photograph: Parker Hall Photograph: Parker Hall Chevron Chevron Google Pixel Buds 2a $129 Amazon $129 Best Buy $129 Google Store Instant pairing with Android phones (and near-instant with iOS) plus a comfortable compact fit make the latest version of the Pixel Buds our favorite wireless headphones for most people.
Tech companies have been making moves like this as competition heats up.
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