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JLab Epic Air ANC review: Big bang for your true wireless bucks
JLab's first true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation only cost $99. Can they deliver the same performance as Apple's $249 AirPods Pro? We find out.
Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro review: Affordably awesome
Looking for AirPods Pro features without spending $250? These ANC earbuds come very close and cost a lot less. Here's what you should know before buying.
Sudio E2 review: A Swedish spatial surprise
Sudio's latest wireless earbuds do active noise cancellation and wireless charging, but they also offer a virtual spatial audio mode that is surprisingly good.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ review: Big buds, big sound — big price
Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay EQ true wireless earbuds cost $400. But the high price is justified if you value heritage and a distinct sound signature.
Bowers & Wilkins PI5 review: Sophisticated style, big bass sound
B&W's first true wireless earbuds face stiff competition, but the PI5 offer a stylish alternative to noise-canceling models from Sony, Bose, Apple, and Jabra.
Master & Dynamic MW08 review: Revel in the sublime sound
Master & Dynamic's MW08 true wireless earbuds combine massive battery life with ANC and superb sound quality, but at a hefty price. Are they worth it?
Klipsch T5 II ANC review: Super-stylish buds are now quieter and smarter
Klipsch's T5 II ANC are an attempt to rewrite the rules for true wireless earbuds using smart software features. With only a few exceptions, they succeed.
Shure Aonic Free review: True wireless studio monitors
The Shure Aonic Free don't possess ANC, wireless charging or even great battery life, but they're an ideal tool for wire-free critical listening.
KEF Mu3 true wireless earbuds review: Beauty and the beat
KEF's reputation as a top-tier audio brand means we have very high expectations for the $230 Mu3, the company's first true wireless earbuds. Do they deliver?
Jabra Elite Active 75t review: The best buds for blocking noise and water
For $20 more than the awesome Jabra Elite 75t, the Elite Active 75t give you a fully waterproof set of earbuds. For some, that's $20 very well spent.
Skullcandy Sesh Evo review: No more lost true wireless earbuds
Skullcandy's Sesh Evo are fairly average true wireless earbuds for their affordable $60 price. But with Tile tracking and multiple colors, they're worth a look.
Sony WF-SP800N review: Elite earbuds for every athlete
It's hard to beat Sony's WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds, but with ANC, waterproofing, monster battery life, and great sound, Sony's WF-SP800N come very close.
Sennheiser CX True Wireless review: Audiophile earbuds on a budget
Sporting the same great Sennheiser sound as the company's other earbuds, but for much less money, they'll delight audio purists looking to save some cash.
Apple AirPods 3 review: The best of both worlds
Apple's latest true wireless earbuds improve on the original AirPods in all the areas that matter, like sound quality and battery life.
Nuheara IQbuds2 Max review: They’ll level-up your listening
Most true wireless earbuds give you good sound in a small package, but the IQbuds2 Max go further, with hearing aid technology and incredible noise canceling.
Jabra Elite 85t review: The best AirPods Pro alternative
If you have $230 to spend on true wireless earbuds and want an alternative to Apple's AirPods Pro, look no further than Jabra's stylish Elite 85t with ANC.
1More ColorBuds 2 review: Upping the ante with ANC
With a lower price, active noise cancellation, and wireless charging, do 1More's ColorBuds 2 offer enough to set themselves apart? We find out.
Jabra Elite 75t review: ANC makes awesome earbuds better
Now with ANC, Jabra's $180 Elite 75t are an even better choice for those looking for great sound and endless customization in a set of true wireless earbuds.
Sony WF-C500 earbuds review: Small buds, big sound
Sony's most affordable set of true wireless earbuds come with plenty of compromises except where it really matters: Comfortable fit and great sound.
Jabra Elite 3 review: All of the basics on a budget
Jabra's most affordable true wireless earbuds fit like a glove, but the competition offers more value for the same price.
1More PistonBuds Pro review: Sweet sound for small ears
The 1More PistonBuds Pro deliver a combo of nice sound, good comfort, and small size that should fit almost every ear. All at a price that's well under $100.
Dottir Freedom On-Grid review: Heavy bass to fit all ears
The Dottir Freedom On-Grid wireless earbuds look a lot like the Powerbeats Pro, but they sport way more features for much less money.
Final Audio ZE3000 review: Doing one thing really well
Boutique Japanese audio brand, Final Audio has made a no-compromises set of wireless earbuds at a very affordable price.
Edifier TWS NB earbuds review: Lose noise, keep cash
Another pair of true wireless earbuds have now hit the market, this time with a unique twist. Edifier's TWS NB feature active noise cancellation on the cheap.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 review: The best sound
Sennheiser's second-generation true wireless earbuds, rolling out in April 2020, are coming packed with improved battery life and active noise cancellation.
Monoprice M1070C review: Giant cans miss on planar’s promise
Monoprice attempts to make planar magnetic technology accessible and affordable, but something's definitely missing.
Astell&Kern AK UW100 review: Seriously great sound
Astell&Kern's first wireless earbuds face some stiff competition, but the $299 AK UW100 sound fantastic.
Klipsch T5 II true wireless earbuds review: Never mind AirPods
Klipsch’s T5 II wireless earbuds are stylish, compact, and they sound great. But is that enough to raise them above all the other wireless earbud choices?
V-Moda M-200 review: Studio cans with surgical precision
Wired headphones have lost ground to wireless models of late, but when it comes to hearing every audible detail, V-Moda's M-200 prove wired is still wicked.
1More ComfoBuds Mini review: Tiny earbuds, big bass
1More's tiny ComfoBuds Mini are aimed at folks who have a hard time getting a comfy fit from other wireless earbuds, but a few flaws keep them from being ideal.
Nothing Ear 1 review: Everything you could want, for just $99
The Ear 1 true wireless earbuds are the first product from Nothing, and at $99 they have an enviable spec list. Can they live up to our high expectations?
Thinksound OV21 review: Precise, plush, eco-friendly sound
These sustainably designed audiophile headphones impressed us with their accurate sound and super-comfy fit.
Technics EAH-AZ60 review: Shockingly good sound and silence
Technics' flagship earbuds offer superb sound quality and noise cancellation, plus tons of high-value features, at a lower price than many other premium buds.
VZR Model One review: Get the most out of 3D audio
The new VZR Model One raises the bar for next-gen gaming headphones with audiophile quality.
Chord Mojo 2 review: Sound so good, it may move you to tears
The Chord Mojo 2 is a mobile DAC that turns your phone into the dream home audio system you've always wanted, without the space or price drawbacks.
Audeze LCD-1 headphones review: Studio comfort
With a lightweight build and comfy cushions, the Audeze LCD-1 excel for the long critical listening sessions that audiophiles demand of their studio monitors.
JVC HA-XC90T review: Mammoth bass and battery life
JVC's latest rugged true wireless earbuds offer water- and dust-proofing, a huge 15-hour battery life, and massive bass response. But are they worth $200?
House of Marley Exodus ANC headphones review: Balancing act
House of Marley Exodus ANC headphones check a lot of boxes. They're reasonably priced, made of sustainable materials, and offer up a balanced sound that most people will really enjoy. They're also super comfy. But there are a few drawbacks which might give you pause before buying. Here's our full review.
Former Senior Editor, A/V
After receiving his Bachelor in Music with an Audio Production focus from Ithaca College and Master of Music in Keyboard Collaborative Arts from the University of Southern California, he began working for Home Theater Magazine in 2003. His time in the print and online publishing world has been spent as a writer, editor, copy editor, researcher, and test lab technician. Before joining Digital Trends, Higgins was the Managing Editor of Tech at Reviewed, part of the USA Today network, where he led the website’s tech coverage. He has previously written for Wirecutter, IGN, Projector Central, T3, Sound & Vision, and Home Theater Magazine covering projectors, televisions, headphones and earbuds, sound bars and speakers, and monitors. He is a yearly attendee at CES and an ISF level 3 certified calibrator.
In addition to his career in publishing, Higgins has been a professional musician since the late 90s, having performed on piano in solo recitals, as a collaborative partner with various singers and instrumentalists, and with the Pacific Symphony. He also is an accomplished guitarist and, with his pop/rock band, has played such hallowed L.A. venues as the Troubadour, Roxy, Viper Room, and House of Blues. For 10 years, he was a teacher and music director at a private school in Los Angeles, and following his teaching career spent some time in the film industry as a post-production sound editor and composer.
Originally from just outside Boston, Higgins has been a Los Angeles resident since 2001 where he lives with his wife, son, two rescue dogs, and parrot. When not working, he spends his time watching TV shows about cooking and serial killers, preparing for his next D&D session, ignoring the growing list of games in his Steam gaming library, and building Legos with his son.