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The Best Earbud & In-Ear Headphones under $130

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Jaybird

X4 Wireless Sport Headphones

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From $107.99

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♥ Runner Up
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Sennheiser

CX Sport

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From $121.92

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Bose

SoundSport Wireless Headphones

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From $129

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Jaybird X4 Wireless Sport Headphones

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BUY NOW From $107.99

Features

  • SPORT FIT PLUS Comfortable headphone design runs over your ears for a secure sport fit or under for more relaxed situations.
  • SWEAT & WATERPROOF IPX7 protection for gym and fitness workouts and running in all weather conditions.
  • PREMIUM SOUND The Jaybird app provides Custom EQ allows athletes to customize sound EQ and save personal settings to the buds.
  • COMFORTABLE FIT Interchangeable Comply Ultra thermo-reactive tips provide enhanced durability rich sound and conform to individual ear canals for a comfortable secure fit.
  • 8 HOURS OF PLAY TIME Rechargeable battery provides 8 hours of bluetooth wireless play time on a 2 hour charge. Wireless range: Class 2 standard range 10m/33ft.

Pros

  • ⊕ Sporty design.
  • ⊕ Premium design.
  • ⊕ Full, bassy sound.
  • ⊕ Cool color options.
  • ⊕ Bassy and full sound.

Cons

  • ⊖ Extremely snug fit.
  • ⊖ Can’t charge via USB.
  • ⊖ Slightly too expensive.
  • ⊖ Eight hour battery life.
  • ⊖ Tight, uncomfortable fit.

Specs

  • Bluetooth: 4.1.
  • Wireless Range: 33 ft.
  • Weight: 0.6 oz.
  • Battery Life: 8 hours.
  • Wired/Wireless: Wireless.
  • Audio Codecs: SBC, AAC.
  • Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 0.5 x 0.9 in.
  • Color: Black Metallic-Flash, Storm Metallic-Glacier, Alpha Metallic-Jade.

Jabra Elite 65t

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Features

  • TAKE WORK CALLS FROM HOME – Incredible 4-microphone technology offers best-in-class call performance, with up to 15 hours of battery for maximum productivity— even when you’re learning or working from home on your smartphone.
  • MULTI FUNCTIONAL BLUETOOTH EARBUDS – The integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with just the touch of a button. Plus, they are IP55 rated with a 2-year warranty against water and dust (registration required).
  • PERSONALIZE YOUR SOUND – Whether you’re using these as Apple earbuds, Samsung earbuds or more, you can listen to your music the way you want to hear it, by personalizing your sound on the Jabra Sound+ app. Earbuds are Apple and Android compatible.
  • NO AUDIO DROPOUTS – With our excellent record of connectivity, you can take calls and listen to music without worry of audio dropouts. Plus, external ambient sound keeps you aware of surroundings and a Background noise filter delivers crisp, clear calls.
  • TRUE WIRELESS EARBUDS – Conversations are made incredibly clear with the Jabra Elite 65t true wireless earbuds that are proven to deliver superior call performance. Plus, a long-lasting battery with charging case included keeps you connected all day.

Pros

  • ⊕ Great sound.
  • ⊕ Very durable.
  • ⊕ Clear phone calls.
  • ⊕ Auto pause feature.
  • ⊕ Great sound quality.

Cons

  • ⊖ Short battery life.
  • ⊖ Quirky, unusual fit.
  • ⊖ Lacking some premium touches.

Specs

  • Audio Codecs: AAC.
  • Bluetooth: 5.0.
  • Wireless Range: 33 ft.
  • Wired/Wireless: Wireless.
  • Product Dimensions: 1 x 2.25 x 1.75 in.
  • Battery Life: 5 hours, or 15 hours with charging case.
  • Color: Copper Black, Titanium Black, Gold Beige.

Sennheiser CX Sport

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Features

  • Frequency Response - 17 – 21,000 Hertz , Impedance - 28 Ohm (Passive), 480 Ohm (Active). Range-Up to 10m.
  • Sennheiser proprietary transducers, designed and engineered in Germany, deliver balanced and detailed sound with dynamic bass capability.
  • 6 hour battery life from a 1.5 hours charge. A 10 minute quick charge provides an additional 1 hour of battery life making sure the CX SPORT is ready to work out when you are.
  • A choice of four sizes (XS, S, M, L) of ear adapters and three sizes (S, M, L) of ear fins create a personalized fit for optimal wearing comfort and excellent passive reduction of external noise. Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth 4.2.
  • Sweat and splash resistant, designed to compliment your workout activities.
  • Bluetooth 4.2 with multi point connectivity allows pairing with eight (8) devices and simultaneous connection with two (2) devices.
  • Note: Kindly refer user manual before use.

Pros

  • ⊕ Lightweight.
  • ⊕ Water resistance.
  • ⊕ Tons of fitting options.
  • ⊕ Multiple earbud/fin sizes.

Cons

  • ⊖ No alternate colors.
  • ⊖ So-so battery life.
  • ⊖ No battery indicator light.

Bose SoundSport Wireless Headphones

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Features

  • Exclusive Stay Hear and tips keep the headphones comfortably in place during workouts.
  • Wireless convenience, with easy Bluetooth and NFC pairing aided by voice prompts.
  • Up to 6 hours battery life per charge. Please refer the User Guide before use.
  • Sweat and weather resistance for reliability while exercising.
  • A high quality audio experience, consistently balanced at any volume, thanks to Bose active EQ. Connectivity Technology: Wireless.

Pros

  • ⊕ Comfortable.
  • ⊕ Sweat-proof.
  • ⊕ Booming bass.
  • ⊕ Comfortable fit.
  • ⊕ Water resistance.

Cons

  • ⊖ A little pricey.
  • ⊖ A little too quiet.
  • ⊖ Spotty ambient mode.
  • ⊖ Volume could be louder.
  • ⊖ Unexciting battery life.

Specs

  • Audio codecs: SBC.
  • Bluetooth Tech: 4.1.
  • Weight: 0.8 oz.
  • Wireless Range: 30 feet.
  • Wired or wireless: Wireless.
  • Product Dimensions: 22 x 1 x 1.2 in.
  • Color: Black, Aqua, Citron.
  • Battery Life: Six hours of playtime.