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The Best Earbud & In-Ear Headphones under $250

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♥ Runner Up

Jabra

Elite Active 75t

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From $199.99

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Best for Apple Users

Bose

QuietComfort 20

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From $249

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RHA T20i

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BUY NOW From $188

Features

  • RHA's revolutionary Hi-Res DualCoil Dynamic Drivers produce audiophile-quality audio.
  • Frequency response - 16 – 40,000Hz.

Pros

  • ⊕ Durable.
  • ⊕ Great high-res audio.
  • ⊕ Robust build quality.
  • ⊕ Great frequency range.
  • ⊕ Excellent audio quality.

Cons

  • ⊖ Wired.
  • ⊖ Expensive.
  • ⊖ Cable is heavy.
  • ⊖ Bulky for earbuds.
  • ⊖ Unresponsive in-line controls.

Specs

  • Wired/Wireless: Wired.
  • Weight: 0.69 lbs.
  • Product Dimensions: 1.97 x 0.79 x 53.15 in.

Jabra Elite Active 75t

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Features

  • Stay safe when you exercise outside - HearThrough mode lets ambient noise in and allows you to choose how much background noise you want to hear.
  • More power, more freedom - Up to 7. 5 hours battery and up to 28 hours with the charging case.
  • Great calls, anywhere - 4-microphone technology for excellent call quality, wherever you are. Easy access to your voice assistant - Direct access to Siri and Google AssistantTM.
  • Your music your way - Make sure your music always sounds exactly how you like it with a customizable equalizer, available in the Jabra Sound+ App.
  • Secure active fit - Compact design tested for secure fit with extra grip coating. Waterproof durability - IP57-rated protection against dust and sweat, with a 2-year .

Apple AirPods Pro

Best for Apple Users
BUY NOW From $234.98

Features

  • Three sizes of soft, tapered silicone tips for a customizable fit.
  • Sweat and water resistant.
  • Transparency mode for hearing and connecting with the world around you.
  • Quick access to Siri by saying “Hey Siri”.
  • Easy setup for all your Apple devices.
  • Active noise cancellation for immersive sound.
  • Adaptive EQ automatically tunes music to the shape of your ear.
  • The Wireless Charging Case delivers more than 24 hours of battery life.

Pros

  • ⊕ Water resistance.
  • ⊕ Secure in-ear fit.
  • ⊕ Interchangeable tips.
  • ⊕ Vastly improved sound.
  • ⊕ Splash-resistant build.

Cons

  • ⊖ Expensive.
  • ⊖ Battery could be better.
  • ⊖ No on-ear volume controls.
  • ⊖ Touch controls inconsistent.
  • ⊖ ANC and EQ aren't adjustable.

Specs

  • Removable Cable: no.
  • Wireless: yes.
  • Type: In-Canal.
  • Connection Type: Bluetooth, Apple H1.

Bose QuietComfort 20

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Features

  • QC20 headphones are specifically designed to work with selected Apple or selected Samsung and Android devices. An inline microphone and one touch answer/end button allow for seamless switching between your calls and music. Some phones may require you to hold the answer/end button for a few seconds to perform these functions.
  • Ideal for iPod, iPhone and iPad.Connectivity Technology: Wired.
  • Assembled Product Weight:1 Pounds.
  • Aware mode lets you hear what's around you when you need to, at the touch of a button; Charging time: 2 hours.
  • Noise cancelling reduces surrounding distractions, letting music stand out. Stay Hear+ tips provide long lasting comfort plus stability. USB cable - 30.5 cm L.
  • Exclusive TriPort technology and Active EQ help deliver lifelike, digital quality audio. Control module(inches):3.5 Height x 1.25 Width x 0.37 Depth.

Pros

  • ⊕ Carrying case included.
  • ⊕ Noise-cancelling earbuds.
  • ⊕ Impressive sound quality.
  • ⊕ Available in black or white.