Top 5 budget TWS headphones: best models under 10,000 rubles

There is simply a huge selection of completely wireless headphones. These headphones are available in two form factors - vacuum and in-ear. Which wireless headphones to choose depends only on you. CorgIT.xyz, in turn, has selected the best budget TWS headphones 2022 under $50 , here you will find both in-ear and vacuum fully wireless bluetooth headphones.

TOP 7 TWS in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation 2021

TWS headphones are primarily associated with AirPods. This completely wireless model was released in 2016 and was far from the first among TWS headphones. But it has become the benchmark among completely wireless Bluetooth headphones. And it made this category of gadgets firmly entrenched in the world of modern technology.

Moreover, the release of AirPods provoked the development of the budget segment . If before this TWS headphones were considered expensive devices, then after the release of AirPods, budget TWS headphones began to appear. At first, these were Chinese clones of AirPods, which were 5-10 times cheaper, but were not of good quality. Next, Xiaomi, Huawei, Meizu and other famous brands that cannot afford to produce low-quality products presented their affordable AirPods analogues. As a result, there are now plenty of affordable wireless headphones to choose from. CorgIT.xyz has collected the best budget TWS headphones 2022 here and will tell you about them.

CGPods

Wireless Tyumen CGPods are among the TOP 5 best-selling headphones in Russia for the second year in a row. The brand is not even 5 years old, but it has already overtaken Huawei, JBL and Sony in terms of volume! Because CGPods have high-quality filling, unique features and at the same time a low price - only 3,500 rubles.

Tyumen in-ear “ears” have moisture protection, which even expensive Apple AirPods do not have. You can shower and swim in the pool with CGPods; Tyumen headphones can be washed under the tap.

Each model has its own “tricks”. The CGPods 5.0 case is made of professional aviation aluminum. Boeings are made from the same metal. The case can support 220 kg. It's not scary to step on it or sit on it.

The Lite model has the smallest case in the world. It clicks nicely, like bubble wrap. A real anti-stress case!

And a new product from Tyumen - CGPods Air 2 - the lightest headphones in the world. The weight of each “ear” is 3 g (30% lighter than Apple AirPods). CGPods Air 2 is comfortable to wear all day long. The headphones are incredibly comfortable because they are designed taking into account the anthropometric data of Russian users.

The “droplets” of Tyumen headphones are anatomically correct in shape: they do not pinch in the ears and do not fly out, unlike expensive analogues. In addition, the new product has exactly the same headset as the Apple one, and a microphone from the Apple factory. Impeccable voice transmission even in noisy places.

CGPods autonomy is 20 hours. Exactly like AirPods. The sound of CGPods is spacious, clear and with deep bass - no worse than that of Apples. At the same time, CGPods are 4 times cheaper than Apple headphones.

Tyumen headphones are inexpensive because they are sold at an honest direct price from the manufacturer - without any markups from intermediaries. The brand does not cooperate with chain stores like M.Video, which increase prices by 2-3 times. CGPods are sold online – directly to users.

Apple AirPods 2

The previous model of AirPods Bluetooth headphones can also be recommended for purchase, although it is inferior in characteristics to the third generation. But it costs less - you can find options starting from 10,000 rubles. The second version already supports Siri, has wireless and fast charging: 15 minutes in the case is enough for 3 hours of music playback. The total autonomy is 5 hours of continuous operation, and the case provides another 4-5 charging cycles.

Like other Apple accessory models, it is recommended to buy AirPods 2 only for connecting to gadgets of your own brand.

QCY T1C

One of the cheapest and at the same time most successful headphone models from the popular QCY brand, which was purchased by Xiaomi and is now produced in the same factories.

It is worth immediately noting that this model does not have a cover, and the battery capacity is 380 mAh. But there is a QCY T1C Power version with a larger case with a lid and an 800 mAh battery.

Whether it’s compactness or autonomy, the first version without a lid initially gained enormous popularity. The headphones themselves are identical; the manufacturer claims 4 hours of autonomy; in reality, the charge lasts for about 3 hours of music. Taking into account the case, the T1C will last for about 15 hours and 27 hours in the Power version.

The sound quality is not bad for the price, it is smooth, dull and bassy and many users like it, the volume is sufficient. However, you should not expect powerful bass from them, as well as high detail of mid and high frequencies.

The headphones do not support the aptX codec, which means there is no guarantee of audio lag in videos and games. But in addition to the basic SBC codec (available everywhere), it supports AAC, which has a positive effect on the sound quality in smartphones that also support it.

The microphone quality is below average, as in almost all budget headphones. In a quiet environment, the voice sounds muffled, but you can talk. In the presence of a strong external background, everything worsens significantly, noise is transmitted along with the voice to the interlocutor and speech becomes difficult to understand.

Control is performed using a large mechanical button on each earphone, which will appeal to opponents of touch controls. You can pause music, answer calls, switch tracks, but there is no volume control.

In general, everything is not so bad with the QCY T1C; there are models that are more expensive and worse; they can easily be called the most affordable headphones with normal sound for listening to music on the go. They will be enough for most undemanding users. Plus, it has IPX4 water protection (from sweat and splashes), as do many others. Xiaomi QCY T1C Headphones

How to choose TWS headphones

With so many options for wireless headphones, it can be difficult to choose one specific option. There are several factors to weigh, and which one is most important depends on your personal preferences. We turned to experienced music lover Danila Kursky , he appreciates good sound and has tried many wireless headphones in search of the most optimal ones for himself.

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One factor to consider is fit comfort. How comfortable does the earphone fit in your ear? Do the earbuds come in different sizes of ear pads so you can fit them to your ear? Securing your wireless headphones becomes even more important if you want to use them while working out. And if so, water and sweat resistance is another factor to consider.

Operating time and sound

Battery life is a key factor when choosing the best TWS headphones. Check the rated battery life and what case comes with the headphones for extra battery life. Then there is the sound quality of both music and phone calls, which you can determine from reviews from professional testers and people who have already purchased the headphones.

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2

This is the global version of the most popular TWS headphones Redmi AirDots 2, which were originally intended for the Chinese market.

In all respects, they are very similar to the previous ones, or rather, QCY was equal to these Xiaomi. In terms of autonomy, they are better, lasting about 5 hours at medium volume and 2.5-3 hours at maximum volume. The capacity of the case is 300 mAh, with it the headphones last for 14-16 hours.

As for the sound, it is also very similar, but the AirDots 2 sound somewhat cleaner and have bass. Unfortunately, it is worth noting that both in terms of sound quality and volume, they have become worse than the first version, which has already been discontinued.

There is no aptX support, but AAC is available. Sound cooling in films can be noticeable for some, but there is a special game mode to reduce delays. The microphone picks up voice a little better in quiet places, but they have a simple DSP noise reduction system that does not always work adequately, sometimes drowning out the voice along with background noise. The only controls are pause, voice assistant, answer and hang up, mechanical buttons. There is no volume control, no track switching, and there is also no moisture protection.

In general, we can’t say that these headphones are definitely better. In terms of autonomy, yes, they are suitable for music (especially on Xiaomi smartphones, for which the manufacturer optimizes them, there are additional settings and software). But for conversations, frequent watching movies and games, it’s better to look at something else. Xiaomi Redmi AirDots 2 headphones

Realme Buds Air Neo

But the affordable Realme wireless in-ear headphones, with their appearance, completely copy you know who. And they will be a good choice for those looking for an affordable AirPods alternative for an Android smartphone. But they have the smallest battery life among these 10 budget TWS headphones 2022. Battery life is 3 hours . For this there is protection against splashes of the IPX4 .

You can buy the model in Ukraine, as well as on AliExpress.

Haylou GT1 Pro

This successful manufacturer was also absorbed by Xiaomi, but like QCY, it retained its model range and is produced in the same factories.

This model is an improved version of the Haylou GT1, in which the battery capacity of the case was increased from 300 to 800 mAh, which significantly affected the autonomy. Plus, the case received four charge indicators, which its predecessor did not have. The autonomy of this model is 3-3.5 hours and 26 hours including the case, but it sags greatly at high volume (at maximum up to 1.5 hours).

There is also a newer version of the GT1 XR with an updated chip, but in this case it did not benefit them - the sound became quiet and the bass was lost. So in terms of sound quality, the GT1 Pro is perhaps the best budget model from Haylou. It is well-balanced and bassy; compared to AirDots 2, they sound a little better, but the high frequencies are somewhat higher and the volume is a little lower.

There is support for the AAC codec; most users do not experience audio lag in videos and games. The microphone is quiet, you can communicate mostly in a quiet environment, but on a noisy street the noise reduction works more correctly.

The headphones are slightly smaller than their predecessors, which is why they fit a little more comfortably in the ears, but some people don’t really like their round, hard ear pads. Fortunately, they can be exchanged for any others. The control is touch-sensitive, which can cause false alarms, there is no volume control, but there is IPX5 water protection.

In general, the headphones are pretty good for their price, with a discount for an unimportant microphone. As for touch controls, some people like it with fewer buttons, others with more, but you need to avoid accidental touches. They're fine for music, but if it's important to you to avoid audio lag in movies and games, consider the GT1 XR with aptX codec, which should also be supported by your smartphone. Xiaomi Haylou GT1 Pro Headphones

OnePlus Buds Z2

Smartphone manufacturers OnePlus have not ignored wireless headphones. In our review of tws headphones from Aliexpress, the Buds Z2 model stands out for its excellent balance of characteristics. There is real Dolby Atmos sound here (but only with OnePlus 7/7 Pro/7T/7T Pro/8/8 Pro/8T smartphones). And for gamers, good news will be the fact that there is a game mode that activates minimal delays in sound transmission - 103 ms. OnePlus Buds Z2 headphones work for 7-8 hours in main mode, and charging in the case for 10 minutes guarantees listening to music for another 3 hours. Touch controls are simple and well thought out. Double tap means next track, please note there is global and Chinese version. The model for China will not support animation when connected to Android smartphones. The new version has shortened legs - 25% smaller compared to the first version.

Characteristics:

• Speaker diameter : 11mm
• Resistance : 16 Ohm
• Working time : 8 hours
• Bluetooth v5.2

Pros:

• Headphone protection IP55
• Autopause
• Pleasant sound

Minuses:

• Additional functions such as rewind and autopause only work when the HeyMelody application is installed.

VIEW ON ALIEXPRESS

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic

Some people don’t like vacuum plugs at all and prefer classic earbuds; these headphones are designed for such users.

They are similar to Apple AirPors (only larger) and fit well in the ears without falling out of them like rubber ear pads from the ear canal. The ears feel more comfortable, the eardrums do not experience excessive sound pressure. The downside is a less rich and bassy sound, as well as a lack of sound insulation. So for those who often listen to music in noisy places, they are not suitable, but they will appeal to those who like to hear what is happening around them.

By tradition, let's start with autonomy; the manufacturer promises 5 hours on a single charge and 20 hours with a case. This is close to the truth when using headphones at medium volume, but as always in reality this figure will be lower, about 4-4.5 hours and 16-18 hours with a 410 mAh case.

With sound, everything is expected to be completely different than with its vacuum predecessors. The bass is very weak, the mids are not bad, the highs are not enough. In general, headphones are only suitable for vocals, art songs and audiobooks. You won’t be able to enjoy bright sound in them; even support for the AAC codec doesn’t help.

But there is a good microphone and an ENC active noise reduction system, which do a good job of voice communication. Touch control, track switching and volume control are missing, as is moisture protection.

Despite the weak sound, which makes the headphones less suitable for music, they cannot be called bad. For their lightness and ease of wearing, good autonomy and quality of communication, many are ready to forgive all their shortcomings. It’s also nice that the headphones pause the player themselves when you take them out of your ears. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic

What does tws mean?

TWS is an abbreviation of the phrase True Wireless Stereo, which translates from English as “truly wireless stereo.”

HUAWEI FreeBuds 3i with ANC

The company clearly took design and functional inspiration from Apple. Huawei compensated for the slight decrease in battery life compared to the previous model with better sound quality.

This was achieved by adding passive noise reduction and ANC to a high-quality emitter with a large membrane (diameter 10 mm).

Wireless headphones are easily controlled with just two gestures, which can be reassigned through the special Huawei Al Life application. This model also has a “transparency” mode, which is very similar to Transparency in the Apple gadget.

Table of main characteristics of FreeBuds 3i:

Pros of FreeBuds 3i:

1. Great sound.
2. The presence of active noise reduction.
3. Ability to listen to the external environment.
4. Branded application.
5. Modern charging port.

Cons of FreeBuds 3i:

1. There is no possibility of simultaneous connection to several devices.

QCY T1C with AAC codec supported

The quality of materials and workmanship is excellent for a QCY headset. The sound lacks low frequencies, but this is a problem with all dynamic drivers with a small membrane diameter.

AAC codec support ensures normal synchronization of audio and video signals, which allows you to use a wireless headset for watching movies and gaming. IEMs are splash-proof and quite battery-powered.

One charge of the tws headset is enough for 4 hours of listening to tracks, and from the charging box you can replenish the battery capacity 4 more times. The design of the box is very original. The absence of a cover allows you to reduce its weight and dimensions.

Table of main characteristics of T1C:

Advantages of T1C:

1. Stays well in the ears.
2. The charging case is original.
3. The headset connects to any devices.

Disadvantages of T1C:

1. Weak bass.

JBL Tune 225TWS Ghost Edition with the option of using one TWS earphone

The wireless gadget impresses with its transparency. This is not only an unusual design, but also the company’s desire to prevent attempts at DIY repairs. As always, signature sound is provided not only by the 12 mm driver, but also by Pure Bass technology.

Tws headphones do not have ear pads, but are equipped with high-quality microphones, which makes it possible to use each of them separately for telephone conversations. The new Dual Connect technology allows you to carry on a conversation on one of the tws headsets while the second one is charging.

The operating time on one charge declared by the company is exaggerated, but the total (at 50% volume) can easily reach a day.

Table of main characteristics of Tune 225TWS:

Pros of Tune 225TWS:

1. Great sound with punchy bass.
2. Possibility of using one earphone as a headset.
3. Good autonomy.

Cons of Tune 225TWS:

1. No noise cancellation.

HONOR Choice TWS Earbuds with 6 hour battery life

This wireless headset is one of the first devices released by the new unified Honor Choice platform. Tws headphones with perfect sound: speakers with a diaphragm with a diameter of 7 mm will not allow the user to enjoy low frequencies. But the autonomy of the headphones can compete with their “Apple” counterparts.

The 6 hours of continuous operation on a single charge declared by the company is confirmed not only at 50% volume, but also at 75%. The discreet design style of the headphones allows them to harmoniously combine with both a business suit and sportswear.

Table of main characteristics of Choice TWS Earbuds:

Advantages of Choice TWS Earbuds:

1. Ergonomic business design.
2. Good autonomy.
3. Excellent value for money and quality.

Disadvantages of Choice TWS Earbuds:

1. Mediocre sound.

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2S with voice assistant call

Compared to the previous wireless version, this is, of course, a step forward:

• the physical button was replaced by a sensor;
• the charging level of the case's battery is displayed on the smartphone screen;
• added automatic shutdown after removing the earphone from the ear;
• charging port - new generation;
• it became possible to call a voice assistant, which also increased the functionality of the gadget.

The headset's average sound quality is compensated by good battery life.

Table of main characteristics of Basic 2S:

Pros of Basic 2S:

1. Good autonomy.
2. Touch control with the ability to call a voice assistant.
3. Ergonomic design.

Cons of Basic 2S:

1. Not very good performance in headset mode.
2. No Type-C charging cable included.

JBL Tune 215 TWS: support for A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, Headset profiles

An important feature of these particular tws headphones from JBL is the ability to fully realize all the benefits of the Dual Connect function.

The user can make calls or listen to music on each wireless Tune 215 TWS individually, or when using them together. In this case, you can carry on a conversation using one earbud while the other is charging.

The gadget will also please you with good battery life and a wide range of colors. Stable pairing with the device is ensured by the Bluetooth V5.0 wireless interface, supporting A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and Headset profiles.

Table of main characteristics of Tune 215 TWS:

Advantages of Tune 215 TWS:

1. Great design.
2. Dual Connect function.
3. Good autonomy.

Disadvantages of Tune 215 TWS:

1. Mediocre sound quality.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, number of microphones 6

Thanks to the new ergonomic design (with the complete abandonment of “Apple” sticks), the headphones do not cause discomfort even when worn for a long time and stay well in the ears during active sports.

Despite the large diameter of the emitters, wireless earbuds do not provide high-quality low-frequency sound. But the developers compensated for the lack of ear pads with excellent active noise cancellation.

In each tws earphone, in addition to the main headset microphone, 2 additional ones are installed. If you do not turn on ANC, the headphones can work for 6 hours on a single charge at 80% volume, with three full recharges from the case possible.

Table of main characteristics of Galaxy Buds Live:

Pros of Galaxy Buds Live:

1. Ergonomic design of headphones and case.
2. Branded application.
3. Wireless charging capability.

Cons of Galaxy Buds Live:

• There is no support for Multipoint technology.
• Possibility of “false clicks” of the sensor.

JBL T100TWS with fast charging

The main advantage of the headset is its small size and weight with good battery life. The developers had to install speakers with a small diaphragm (diameter - 6.2 mm) into the plugs, but the sound quality did not suffer much.

The maximum duration of listening to music is about 17 hours, but the presence of fast charging allows you to get another 1 hour of battery life after 15 minutes of replenishing the battery capacity.

Control is carried out by mechanical buttons, which, on the one hand, prevents false alarms, but on the other hand, does not make it possible to protect IEMs from water penetration into the case.

Table of main characteristics of T100TWS:

Advantages of T100TWS:

1. Good sound quality.
2. Autonomy.
3. Fast charging available.
4. Inexpensive.

Disadvantages of T100TWS:

1. Insufficient sound volume.
2. Lack of moisture protection.

Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2S, supported codecs: AAC, SBC

Every time, creating another copy of AirPods, Xiaomi tries to add a memorable difference to the headphones. This time, a 14.2 mm driver is installed in the earbud housing, which reproduces a very natural, yet powerful, bass-rich sound.

The wireless headset features ENS technology, which blocks out external noise during a telephone conversation. The company does not indicate the characteristics of the batteries installed in the “tablets” and the case, but the declared battery life of the headphones is fully confirmed.

Thanks to support for AAC and SBC codecs, the headset performed well when watching video files, but this was not enough for fast gaming.

Table of main characteristics of AirDots Pro 2S:

Pros of AirDots Pro 2S:

• Great sound.
• Good autonomy.
• Mechanical multi-function control.
• Possibility of wireless charging of the case.

Cons of AirDots Pro 2S:

• Noise reduction only during a telephone conversation.

Xiaomi Haylou GT1 XR, supported codecs: aptX, AAC

The new model from the GT1 series is not much different from the previous ones both in design and functionality.

However, XR wireless headphones boast support not only for the AAC codec, but also for aptX, which makes it possible for even picky music lovers to enjoy their favorite tracks, and for gamers not to fall out of the game.

Another feature of the wireless gadget is the master-slave mode, which allows you to separately connect any of the Haylou GT1 XR to a smartphone. Overall battery life has also increased to 36 hours.

GT1 XR Key Features Table:

Advantages of GT1 XR:

1. aptX codec support.
2. Excellent autonomy.

Disadvantages of GT1 XR:

1. Touch control of tracks.

Lenovo QT83 with electronics from Qualcomm

In appearance, ordinary wireless earbuds, very similar to AirPods, differ significantly from the original in greater functionality in management.

But the company’s developers haven’t worked things out a bit with the microphone, and as a tws headset, the QT83 is unlikely to be of interest to buyers.

The company, as always, does not try to boast of the autonomy of its wireless gadgets, but thanks to the use of electronic components from Qualcomm, one charge of earbuds with Bluetooth 5.0 is enough to listen to tracks for four hours. The total battery life is 24 hours.

Table of main characteristics of QT83:

Pros of QT83:

1. An attempt at a new ergonomic solution.
2. Multifunctionality.
3. Autonomy.

Cons of QT83:

1. Using an outdated charging port.

HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro, 30 hours of music playback

This tws model was called the next AirPods killer. As soon as it appeared on the market, it received a lot of rave reviews and awards.

The device, although it belongs to the middle price segment, is equipped with a large speaker (diameter - 11 mm), a system of three microphones and active noise reduction.

Autonomy is another of the additional trump cards. Even with noise cancellation enabled, the wireless device can play audio files for four hours, and the total battery life is three days.

Table of main characteristics of FreeBuds Pro:

Advantages of FreeBuds Pro:

1. Ergonomic design.
2. Autonomy.
3. High quality sound.

Disadvantages of FreeBuds Pro:

1. Active noise cancellation only works between 1 and 2 kHz.

Sennheiser momentum true wireless 2 with Transparent Hearing, Smart Pause

Despite the small diameter of the sound emitter, manufacturers have achieved excellent stereo sound.

Active noise reduction can switch to listening to the environment at any time thanks to Transparent Hearing technology, and the built-in equalizer will satisfy even the most picky music lover with sound quality.

Smart Pause will automatically pause the track when you remove the wireless earbuds from your ears and continue playing when you put the Momentum TWS back.

True wireless 2 main characteristics table:

Pros of true wireless 2:

1. Good sound.
2. Autonomy.

Cons of true wireless 2:

1. Unstable when used as a headset.

Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro, 15-minute charge lasts 3 hours

The Soundcore application will not only get rid of extraneous noise, but also give you the opportunity to choose a scenario for listening to music. PureNote technology will improve the sound at low frequencies, and HearID will analyze your hearing and create an individual setting.

The bluetooth earphone can be used for 8 hours on a single charge (without ANC), and by connecting it to the case for just 15 minutes, playback can be achieved for another three hours. The total battery life without active noise cancellation is 32 hours.

Table of main characteristics of Liberty Air 2 Pro:

Advantages of Liberty Air 2 Pro:

1. Possibility of personal sound customization.
2. Built-in equalizer.
3. Excellent autonomy.

Disadvantages of Liberty Air 2 Pro:

1. Management failures.

Edifier X3 with iPhone support

A high-quality wireless copy of the Apple analogue, even supporting a pop-up window on the iPhone. A small problem arose with the location of the charging connector on the side, which limits the possibility of using a universal additional case.

But the sensor’s performance is superior to that of its analogues—clear response not when tapping, but when touching. ANC is also impressive. The sound quality is average, but for listening to audiobooks and when using budget tws headphones as a headset, it is completely satisfactory.

X3 main characteristics table:

X3 Pros:

1. Good touch and sound controls.
2. Support for iptX codec.

Cons X3:

1. Outdated charging connector.

Samsung Galaxy Buds plus, 3 minutes charge - 1 hour playback

The plus in the name really took the wireless model to the next level. By leaving the weight of the Buds plus the same, the developers managed to double the battery life.

We achieved this by replacing 1 dynamic driver with two armature drivers, which noticeably changed the sound quality at mid and high frequencies. Galaxy Buds plus differ from the previous tws model by improved active noise reduction characteristics, as well as the presence of fast and wireless charging.

Table of main characteristics of Buds plus:

Advantages of Buds plus:

1. Best battery life on a single charge.
2. Convenient controls.
3. Laconic design.

Disadvantages of Buds plus:

1. There is no support for the iptX codec.

Xiaomi Haylou GT1, Qualcomm QCC3020 chipset

The peculiarity of this tws gadget is miniaturization in everything. The charging box body, without losing autonomy, looks half the size of Redmi AirDots. Installing a new chipset made it possible not only to reduce dimensions, but also to replace mechanical controls with touch controls.

IPX5 water resistance makes it possible to use this Bluetooth headset for fans of extreme sports.

Haylou GT1 main characteristics table:

Pros of Haylou GT1:

1. Good sound.
2. High quality build.

Cons of Haylou GT1:

1. High price.

Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro with wireless charging

The ergonomic design of these headphones was praised by athletes, and the sound quality was praised by music lovers.

The harmony of the frequency range is ensured by the knowles reinforcement driver, and rich bass is reproduced by the dynamic driver. The company once again pleased us with high-quality materials and assembly.

There are no complaints about autonomy. At a volume level of 50%, the tws headphones worked for almost 9 hours.

Table of main characteristics of Liberty 2 Pro:

Advantages of Liberty 2 Pro:

1. Fits perfectly in the ear.
2. High quality sound.
3. Waterproof.

Disadvantages of Liberty 2 Pro:

1. Great cost.

ANKER Soundcore Life Dot 2 with IPX5 and fast charging

In this wireless model, Anker developers tried to prove all the advantages of tws headphones:

• super autonomy and support for fast charging;
• protection from dust and moisture;
• modern charging port;
• AAC codec support;
• good sound.

However, along with these advantages, some disadvantages also appeared: poor controllability and the inability to use the headset for gaming.

Table of main characteristics of Life Dot 2:

Pros of Life Dot 2:

1. Autonomy.
2. Sound.
3. Waterproof.

Cons of Life Dot 2:

1. Not suitable for gamers.

Xiaomi Haylou GT2s with IPX5 protection class

Any tws gadget has a purpose. GT2s are optimal for telephone calls. Each earphone can work independently of the other, while the wireless Haylou GT2s sit comfortably in the ears and are invisible from the outside.

The battery life on a single charge is 4 hours, and the charging case allows you to extend your listening time to 12 hours.

The manufacturer claims IPX5 protection class, but this is unlikely to be true when using mechanical rather than touch controls.

Haylou GT2s main characteristics table:

Advantages of Haylou GT2s:

1. Excellent ergonomics.
2. Good sound.
3. Price.

Disadvantages of Haylou GT2s:

1. It is advisable to increase the capacity of the charging box.

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2S

No, we are not promoting Xiaomi, it’s just that this brand is very popular now and they produce a huge number of models, which is why we included more of them in the selection.

Returning to the in-ear headphones, we have the next improved version of the bestseller AirDots 2. The size of the headphones and the operating time are the same - about 4 hours, but the battery capacity in the case is 600 mAh, which gives a total of about 24 hours. Plus, there is finally a Type-C connector installed instead of the outdated Micro-USB in previous models.

The sound has become cleaner, the bass is more transparent, in general the sound is more correct and deep, but the volume has been cut down a little. Support for advanced codecs is not announced, but there is a game mode, and there are no complaints about sound lag. The microphone has remained practically the same - in quiet conditions the interlocutor can hear you acceptably, but on the street everything is bad.

The controls are touch-sensitive, unfortunately there is no track switching or volume control, but it is possible to configure this in the application. But the model was equipped with in-ear sensors and IPX4 water protection. Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and older will have detailed charge statistics for each earphone and case.

In general, the headphones are not suitable for conversations on the street, but otherwise they are quite a good solution for the money. Active users may not be satisfied with the high sensitivity of sensors that are triggered by the slightest touch. Xiaomi Redmi AirDots headphones

Realme Buds Q

In 2022, Xiaomi has a serious competitor. Realme is actively conquering the budget segment using the same strategy as Xiaomi at one time - high quality and cheap. And Realme’s assortment includes budget TWS headphones 2020.

Buds Q is a direct competitor to AirDots, both in price, form factor, and even technical specifications. They are also capable of 4 hours of battery life, have IPX4 and micro-USB .

• Buy Realme Buds Q in Ukraine
• Buy on AliExpress

But neither Xiaomi nor Realme have forgotten in-ear headphones Both brands have such wireless in-ear headphones 2022.

JBL Tune 100 TWS

Perhaps one of the most controversial brands, on the one hand, today it is clearly overvalued in the eyes of buyers, on the other, it still sometimes produces good models that are reminiscent of its former glory.

This is exactly the case, which was probably facilitated by cooperation with the eminent company Harman, together with which these headphones were developed. The battery capacity of the headphone is 60 mAh (the previous ones were about 40 mAh), and the battery capacity of the case is 500 mAh, which can be called an average value. The autonomy of the headphones is up to 5 hours and 17 hours taking into account the case, the manufacturer does not lie.

To improve the sound, JBL's proprietary Pure Bass Sound technology is used here, and indeed the sound here is noticeably higher quality than in AirDots 2 and all previous models. The all-encompassing thumping bass has been replaced by higher detail and stage depth throughout the entire range, which will appeal to lovers of high-quality music. At the same time, there is quite enough bass here and they are more intelligible, as it should be in good headphones.

Support for the AAC codec is present, the volume is slightly above average, it may not be enough except in the subway, although the sound insulation here is good. There were no complaints about audio lag in the video.

There is no noise reduction here, the microphone quality is not high, it is suitable only for those who do not speak much on the phone. The controls are mechanical and quite convenient, including the ability to switch tracks, but without volume control. Among the features, it can be noted that the headphones cannot be used separately on different devices (like all previous ones), and separately for conversations you can use not the left one, but the right one.

In general, it’s a pretty good model with high build quality and materials, good battery life and pleasant sound. Among the shortcomings are the relatively large size (not very good for small ears and wearing under a hat), an outdated Micro-USB connector and the lack of moisture protection. This model is also available in white, which looks great. JBL Tune 100TWS Headphones

Tronsmart Spunky Pro

The Tronsmart brand is a manufacturer of portable audio equipment. It offers a community range of affordable wireless speakers. But his choice of TWS headphones is also not bad. At the moment, you can find at least three pairs of budget Tronsmart TWS headphones on sale - Onyx Neo, Spunky Pro and Spunky Beat.

They are all different in design, but at the same time very similar in characteristics, as well as in price. But only Tronsmart Spunky Pro has a case with wireless charging. Moreover, these are the only headphones collected here whose case has this feature. It also has a USB-C connector. And the headphones are equipped with 35 mAh batteries.

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HONOR Choice TWS Earbuds

In appearance and design, these headphones from the respected Huawei sub-brand are very reminiscent of the Apple AirPods Pro, combining the sound quality of earbuds and the convenience of earbuds.

The headphones have a record battery life on a single charge - 6 hours of music (24 hours with a case) at 50% volume or 4 hours of calls, tests give similar results. This is ensured by high-quality, sufficiently capacious batteries (55 and 500 mAh, respectively), as well as good optimization of energy consumption. The Type-C connector is used for charging.

The sound is dominated by deep bass and clear vocals, and is generally well-saturated across the entire range with a wide stage. In some compositions, hissing and whistling notes slip through, but they are well masked by pumping bass and groove, and there is a large volume reserve.

The AAC codec is supported, the manufacturer focuses on the absence of audio lag in any scenarios, including videos and games. In fact, there is a lag, but it is really very low, to understand it you need to listen specifically for a long time.

Unfortunately there is no active noise cancellation (ANC), but there is a simpler digital system with 4 microphones for conversations that reduces background noise. It copes with this in noisy places mediocrely, but the quality of the microphone is generally not bad, which is the only thing that helps out sometimes. In general, for conversations, like all budget models without advanced active noise reduction, the headphones are not suitable.

The controls are touch-sensitive, convenient, there is track switching, no volume control. Protection is made according to the IP54 standard (dust, splashes). In general, the headphones can be described as comfortable and sensible for their price, with excellent battery life, quite good sound and a stylish look. They are suitable for all purposes, including video and games, with the exception of voice communication, although in this regard they are slightly better than the previous ones. Huawei Honor Choice TWS headphones

On-ear wireless headphones

The models of on-ear Bluetooth headphones presented below also belong to the middle price segment (cost up to 5,000 rubles). When compiling a rating of 5 positions, such characteristics of headphones as ease of design, design, battery life, functionality, quality of Bluetooth pairing, voice communication and sound were taken into account.

5th place Jays x-Five Wireless

The model of on-ear Bluetooth headphones with the ability to connect wired to a device is available in blue, black and white color options and looks quite decent thanks to its laconic design.

The autonomy of the headphones reaches 20 hours; the headphones with soft ear pads are comfortable to wear and do not cause discomfort even with prolonged use.

The sound, although without much detail, is characterized by richness, balance across the entire frequency range, deep bass and clearly defined vocals.

Jays x-Five Wireless Features Chart.

Pros of Jays x-Five Wireless:

1. Decent appearance.
2. Convenient folding design.
3. Comfortable to wear.
4. Possibility of wired connection.
5. High autonomy.
6. Rich dynamic sound with deep bass.

Cons of Jays x-Five Wireless:

1. Quite a stiff headband.
2. MicroUSB charging port.
3. Lack of moisture protection.

4th place JBL Tune 590BT

Over-ear Bluetooth headphones Tune 590BT with swivel earcups, an adjustable headband, a comfortable fit and 4 color options, which are mainly suitable for young people, but there are also ones for older people.

Wireless headphones up to 5,000 rubles Tune 590BT are made of high-quality materials, have a reliable build, and sufficient battery life (up to 16 hours). There is also a fast charging function, the ability to simultaneously connect to two devices.

The sound quality is ideal for listening to popular electronic music, hip-hop and rock. There are rich bass and good detail in high and mid frequencies.

The built-in microphone ensures clear speech transmission when communicating on the phone.

Tune 590BT Specifications Chart.

Advantages of Tune 590BT:

1. Bright colors.
2. Support fast charging.
3. Simultaneous connection with two devices.
4. Case for transportation and storage included.
5. Adjusting the volume level.
6. High-quality materials, excellent assembly.
7. Folding type of design with swivel bowls.
8. Signature JBL sound, Pure Bass technology.
9. Good microphone.
10. The price is equal to the quality.

Disadvantages of Tune 590BT:

1. Lack of cable connectivity.
2. MicroUSB charging socket.

3rd place JBL Tune 500BT

The model of on-ear headphones with Bluetooth connection and the possibility of wired connection to a sound source is available in white, black, pink, and blue. The headphones fold compactly, which is convenient for transportation, and high-quality materials and design features of the headphones ensure wearing them without discomfort.

The headphones are equipped with push-button controls, support fast charging, and can work with two devices simultaneously.

The Tune 500BT's passive sound insulation is quite good, autonomy is also at a sufficient level, and the quality of the microphone can be assessed as average.

The sound best conveys synthetic bass: it is strongly accented, sounds powerful, and expressive. Otherwise, the sound of the headphones is characterized by detail, smoothness in high frequencies, a narrow stage and natural transmission of the vocalist's voice.

Tune 500BT Specifications Chart.

Pros of Tune 500BT:

1. Comfortable to wear.
2. Folding design with hinged bowls.
3. Reliable wireless connection.
4. Simultaneous connection to two devices.
5. Great bass sound.
6. Fast charging function.
7. Good autonomy.
8. Connecting to the device via cable.

Cons of Tune 500BT:

1. Low wear resistance of ear pad material.
2. MicroUSB charging cord.

2nd place Sony WH-CH510

Lightweight, easy to wear and easy to control, Sony's wireless on-ear headphones offer up to 35 hours of battery life and support fast charging.

Bluetooth connection is stable, the microphone transmits speech without distortion. The sound of the headphones, despite belonging to the budget segment, is at a decent level: there is a wide stage, the bass sounds bright and strong, the mid frequencies are also well developed, but the high frequencies sometimes break at high volumes.

WH-CH510 specifications table.

Advantages of WH-CH510:

1. Light weight.
2. Nice design.
3. Comfortable fit.
4. Convenient push-button control.
5. USB Type-C port for charging.
6. Fast charging.
7. Excellent autonomy.
8. Clear panoramic sound.
9. Possibility to adjust the volume level.
10. Price.

Disadvantages of WH-CH510:

1. The design is not entirely reliable.
2. There is no active noise reduction system.
3. There is no possibility of connecting via cable.

JBL Tune 215 TWS

A very popular analogue from JBL, available not only in white, but also black and other more youthful and sporty colors (6 colors in total).

With autonomy, as in other models of decent brands, everything is more or less fair - 5 hours for headphones and 25 hours with a case. Battery capacities are 55 and 660 mAh, respectively, charging via Type-C.

The sound quality is good, balanced throughout the entire range, bass is present, and the volume headroom is average. There is an AAC codec, the controls are mechanical, you can switch tracks, there is no volume control, and there is also moisture protection, as in most push-button models.

The headphones here can be used separately with different devices and any of them for conversations; they are generally comfortable, but quite large (not everyone fits securely in their ears). The microphone is one of the best among budget JBLs and better than all previous models in the selection, but there is no noise reduction. Among the shortcomings, users note that the case’s resistance to mechanical damage is not very good. Headphones JBL Tune 215TWS

Samsung Galaxy Buds+

Mid-range headphones Galaxy Buds+ from Samsung will delight the user with a thoughtful design and wide functionality. They fit almost entirely in the ear, so they look compact and unnoticeable. 3 microphones (two outside, one inside), like the Honor Magic Earbuds, provide high-quality noise reduction and background sound amplification (both parameters are adjustable in the application). You can switch tracks, answer incoming calls and control the volume with one touch. Or you can set your own control settings in the application. Provide up to 11 hours of music listening on a single charge, and thanks to the charging case, the total playback time reaches 22 hours. Among the pleasant options, we should highlight: an equalizer with preset sound modes, fast charging - just 3 minutes of recharging is enough for 1 hour of work, as well as the ability to connect to a PC, thanks to the Swift Pair fast connection function. The smartphone will tell you how much charge is left in each earphone and charging case, so that you always have time to charge on time.

Advantages:

• The set includes two types of ear pads - on the earbud and on the inside of the case;
• wireless charger;
• operating time – up to 11 hours (85 mAh in the earphone);
• constantly updated software;
• Automatically mutes the background sound when used in headset mode.

Flaws:

• weak battery in the case - only 270 mAh (almost half that of the HUAWEI FreeBuds 3);
• there is no support for Bluetooth codecs APTX and APTX HD, which results in a slight loss of sound quality;
• when the charge drops to a critical level, the headphones automatically switch to low-quality codecs (for example, SBC);
• poor moisture protection – IPX2 (needs to be removed when it rains);
• After several hours of continuous use, the ear becomes very tired.

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ meet all the requirements for mid-class headphones: ergonomics, large battery capacity, wide functionality and good sound quality (although there is a noticeable lack of low frequencies). Overall, this is a good option for users who plan to keep their headphones on all day. But when deciding to purchase, it is better to look for discounted offers, since 11,000 rubles is too expensive for them (you can add two thousand and take the next rating model.

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Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2

These headphones are even more Apple-like than previous Xiaomi earbuds, but the differences are not only in the case.

As for autonomy, it has even decreased here - 4/14 hours versus the stated 5/20 hours in the previous model. But the point here is more advanced hardware, and not a decrease in battery capacity. And for most users this will be enough. In reality, one charge lasts about 3.5 hours.

The sound quality has become higher, and in addition to the AAC codec, high-quality LHDC is supported, which, however, only works on modern Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI. But unofficially, the headphones can connect to Huawei smartphones with an analogue of this HWA codec. AAC on iPhones also sounds good.

The detail in the mid and high range is good, the sound is quite clear and pleasant. Bass sounds significantly better when using high-quality codecs. The volume reserve also depends on the codec, generally above average. In general, the sound is very good for earbuds.

Touch controls, unfortunately, have not changed. Only pause and answer calls are available; switching tracks and volume is not provided, but can be configured in the application on Xiaomi smartphones. The headphones have an IR sensor, thanks to which the player pauses itself when you take the headphones out of your ear; there is no moisture protection.

In general, these are very light and comfortable headphones and the first model in the selection with good active noise canceling (ENC), which really works and cuts out street noise quite well. So, if you were looking for a model for communication, this is what you need. And if you have a suitable smartphone with the LHDC, HWA or iPhone codec, you will get even higher quality sound. Xiaomi Mi Air 2s headphones

Soul Electronics ST-XS 2

Soul Electronics wireless sports headphones will delight the consumer with an elegant design with comfortable C-shaped horns that are inserted into the auricle. Bluetooth version 5.0, range of 10 meters. Supports AAC codec. This model has two distinctive features. Firstly, there is a “transparent” mode - which, when you press the button for a long time, balances the music and makes the surrounding sounds clear. Secondly, IPX7 water protection (the best in the rating), thanks to which the headphones can be left on even when swimming in the pool. A full charge lasts for 5 hours of listening to music, the case can charge the headphones 4 times, for a total of 25 hours of work.

Advantages:

• 5000 rub. - only 500 rubles. more expensive Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2;
• a set of replaceable inserts for every taste;
• three colors: white, pink and black;
• battery life – 5 hours;
• do not fall out of the ears during sports;
• good bass.

Flaws:

• a unique indication of the charging box (the more often the light blinks, the higher the charge level);
• cheap microphone - the interlocutor hears the sound “from the barrel”;
• tight buttons on the earbuds.

Soul Electronics ST-XS 2 are ideal headphones for jogging and listening to an audiobook on the way to work. Unlike Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2, they are moisture resistant, and the “transparent” mode makes it safe to move in public places. However, the diameter of the membrane (6 mm) and, accordingly, the volume of these headphones is mediocre, and the quality of sound transmission through the microphone leaves much to be desired. Therefore, music lovers and business people should pay attention to more expensive models.

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OPPO Enco W11

Well, as a bonus, there is a new player in the TWS headphone market, which nevertheless turned out to be quite successful.

Autonomy is stated at 5/20 hours, in reality this corresponds to reality at 50% volume, so it will be 3.5-4 hours. Battery capacity is 40/400 mAh, charging is via Type-C.

Despite the fact that only AAC is supported among codecs, one cannot fail to note the excellent sound of music in this model. Despite the powerful bass, the sound has a good midrange and the highs are a little lacking, but they don’t clatter like cheaper analogues. The volume reserve is huge (70-80% is enough), the sound insulation is excellent, the sound lag is almost imperceptible.

The microphone, considering that there is no noise reduction, works well, but of course not ideally; there is interference in noisy places. The headphones can be used separately. The touch control is conveniently thought out, there is track switching and volume control, protection from moisture and dust IP55.

In general, for lovers of powerful bright sound, the only caveat is that they are not the most compact and may be uncomfortable for small ears. The ear pads are somewhat non-standard in shape, but if something happens they can be changed. OPPO Enco W11 Headphones JBL Tune 115TWS Headphones Xiaomi T10 Headphones Xiaomi Redmi Airdots 3 Headphones