Best wireless earbuds of 2022

Headphones that appeared a hundred years ago are constantly being improved. Weighty wires and thick foam pads have been replaced by wireless headphones, including separate ones. The connection method has also changed – from an infrared beam, a radio channel (remained in rare models) to Bluetooth. And now the headphones can be used from several devices at once.

Wireless headphones make us mobile, indispensable for dynamic, active people – when playing sports, driving a car, cycling. They can be used not only to talk on the phone or listen to music, but also at home. Let’s say you clean the apartment and cook, moving from the rooms to the kitchen, and at the same time watch your favorite show on TV.      

Choosing wireless headphones is not an easy task. The variety of models is so great that questions naturally arise: which ones are better, more comfortable, on which the battery lasts longer, will they fall out of the ears, or can they still return to the usual wired ones? The answers to these questions are in the review.

Expert selection

For help, Healthy Food Near Me turned to Evgeny Filippov, who manages the network of interStore service centers. The expert chose the following model as the best

Sony WF-1000XM4

Full-size wireless headphones with sound quality that has an “immersive virtual reality effect”. But not only. It’s almost like a computer. Smart “stuffing” suppresses extraneous noise in different modes, depending on where you are – on the street, at home, in the store. The system automatically adjusts to the environment, even taking into account atmospheric pressure.

Using the application, you can customize the settings yourself – from simple to such global effects as “arena”, “club”, “open stage”, “concert hall”.   

There is support for 360 Reality Audio – this is an imitation of the surrounding reality. Thanks to this, listening to your favorite music, you can feel like at a concert.

Good in the Sony WF-1000XM4 and the sound transmission channel – Bluetooth 5.2 of the latest version, as well as codecs. A plus is the voice assistant Google Assistant.

Headphones are equipped with Quick Attention. With this option, by touching the palm of your hand to the touch panel, that is, to the ear in which the earpiece is located, it is easy to reduce the volume of the sound, or turn it off completely, press pause. It all depends on the settings. Headphones have a case, easy to fold. Charging is enough for 30 hours of activity.

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Top 10 best wireless headphones in 2022 according to KP

1. Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless

Premium wireless headphones from Sennheiser with attention to detail. They sound great and have a modern design. Intuitive interface, noise reduction with different modes that are adapted to the surrounding reality. The settings are available in the Sennheiser Smart Control app.

There is an interesting Smart TILE technology, one of the chips of which helps to find headphones. If they are within reach, they will give a signal. To do this, the owner must press the search button in the application on the phone. If out of reach, then in the application you will see where the headphones were in the search range the last time.

They have an “intelligent” pause function, for example, they recognize whether you are wearing them in your ears at the moment and adjust the sound to this. Or the function of “transparent” hearing, when the environment is controlled, depending on this, the sound becomes louder or quieter.   

They can also be connected via an audio cable. 

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2. SonyWH-1000XM3

The main feature of the Sony WH-1000XM3 is the noise reduction system. The manufacturer claims that it is advanced and improved. Allows you to immerse yourself in music and not be distracted by extraneous sounds, and in any environment. And it’s all thanks to the tight-fitting ear cushions and HD noise-canceling processor. 

The Smart Listening function automatically adjusts playback. There is touch control and a voice assistant.

It is convenient that the headphones are equipped with a fast charging function. You can hold them on charge for only 10 minutes and get 5 hours of work. It takes 3 hours to fully charge. There is also a built-in equalizer.

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3. After AONIC 50

This modern model has powerful noise cancellation. It also features almost studio sound transmission. Reliable, suitable for both sports fans while jogging, and people who spend a lot of time at the computer, for example, study at an online school. 

At the flip of a switch, the wearer is brought back to reality. The battery charge during active work lasts for 20 hours.

For these headphones, an application has been specially developed with which you can set modes, adjust the sound to your liking. The design of the model itself is comfortable, relatively light. 

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4. Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT

The Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT uses a converter that is more advanced than conventional headphones, and the sound quality is higher than many competitors. 

Simple controls for answering calls, stopping or playing music, indicators on the panel help you see how low the battery is and whether the connection is good.

The manufacturer has created special drivers for this model and selected components that provide the clearest and most voluminous sound. It is transmitted via a wireless Bluetooth channel with a range of 10 meters. 

Autonomously work 15 hours. But if you take breaks and do not use them constantly, then the charge will last for several days.

The kit includes a case for carrying and storage, USB cable.

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5 Bowers & Wilkins PX7

Wireless full-size headphones actively suppress extraneous noise, and codecs provide an uninterrupted signal via Bluetooth. The battery lasts for a long time – up to 30 hours of continuous operation, which is quite suitable for traveling by train, watching TV shows. And if suddenly the battery is dead at the most inopportune moment, then the quick charge function will help. Just 15 minutes and wireless headphones are back in service.

The controls are simple – to pause, just lift the cup. These headphones differ from others in terms of speakers – they are the largest in this series. Adaptive Noise Cancellation keeps audio free of interference and noise in any situation.

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6.Bose QuietComfort Earbuds

These headphones combine the high sound quality that can be found in over-ear headphones with the portability and lightness of in-ear headphones.

They guarantee clear sound not only when listening to music, but also while talking on the phone. They feature touch controls and are sweat and splash resistant, making them ideal for sports.

The earbuds can last up to six hours on a single charge and up to 12 hours with the charging case. There is a quick 15-minute charge – another plus 2 hours of activities.

The wireless charging case is compatible with any wireless charging mat. 

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7.Apple AirPods Pro

Airpods are kind of a classic. It was with them that the history of wireless headphones began. And today the model from the “apple” remains in the top 10 best. 

Noise canceling is top notch and there are several earbud options. And if you need to switch from immersion in your favorite music to talking on the phone, just press the sensor on the case. Then the so-called transparent mode will turn on – external sounds will be the same as if you were without headphones.

There are three pairs of silicone eartips included.

The active noise canceling system does its job well in public transport. And if you need to distract yourself from the music, just turn on the “transparency” mode – then external sounds will only intensify. 

The “apple” has a nice design, the headphones are elegant due to their small size. And they are controlled using the touch panel. Perfectly interact with Apple technology and with any Bluetooth device.

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8. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Full-size wireless headphones, in which the manufacturer paid special attention to the microphone. They can be used as a headset without fear that the interlocutor will not hear you. Even in very noisy environments. 

It comes with a case, has a built-in voice assistant that is activated by pressing a button on the right ear cup, and is optimized for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

They have 11 levels of noise reduction. You can even reduce the sound so much that it will feel like you are without headphones at all. 

A technology is used that provides high-quality sound at any volume level – even to the fullest there will be no squeaks, wheezing and other unpleasant surprises.

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9. Sennheiser IE 80 S BT

Model with neck lace, petite and comfortable. With an attractive design, sound quality is not lost. Management is also height, because on the rim there is a remote control with buttons and an LED indicator of the charge level and operating mode.

The headphones have high-quality noise-canceling microphones that provide clear voice when talking. The headphones can be detached from the Bluetooth neckband and used with a cable when a wired connection may be required.

The set includes ear adapters in three sizes in different materials. Therefore, everyone will choose the most convenient landing option for themselves.

The battery life of the headphones is 6 hours. 

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10. Huawei FreeBuds Pro

Stylish wireless in-ear headphones from the Chinese brand Huawei. They have the function of intelligent noise reduction, that is, depending on the situation, adjust the sound. If it is very noisy, for example, in a food court, the sound is automatically added, in an empty park, on the contrary, it becomes quieter. There is also a voice volume booster.

They have three microphones, which makes them attractive for use as a headset. Long battery life for calls and music. Two devices can be connected at the same time.

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How to choose wireless headphones?

Before you buy headphones, first decide which ones will be most comfortable for you.

Wireless headphones come in the following types:

TWS(True Wireless Stereo). TWS stands for “True Wireless Stereo”. These are separate headphones without wires. There are in-channel with nozzles (silicone, for the pool, etc.), and liners, that is, completely plastic and simply inserted into the ears. The advantage of the earbuds is that extraneous sounds are heard, you don’t have to pull out the headphones when you communicate, for example, with a cashier.

In-ears with ear pads have more bass and are better suited for noisy environments, such as public places.

When choosing TWS, technical characteristics are paramount – the number of microphones, noise isolation level, charging, equalizer, frequency, and other nuances. And buying headphones – earbuds, or with ear pads – is a matter of taste and individual concept of comfort.  

A design using a connecting cable around the neck is also popular on the market. It’s convenient and safe. You can not be afraid to lose one of the headphones.

Overhead and full size. They look classic – with an arc, only without wires. In such comfortable at home, at work, on trips. And many fashionistas use them to create a stylish look. Such models differ from each other in that the full-size ones are larger, more voluminous, as if they cover the ear. And overhead – pressed against the ear, they have a smaller bowl. Modern options can be folded and easily fit in a bag. When it comes to sound, many people find that over-ear and over-ear headphones are richer and more isolated.

Popular questions and answers

Evgeny Filippov, manager of the network of interStore service centers answered the most popular questions about wireless headphones.