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Best True Wireless Earbuds 2026: Every Budget Covered

Everything you need to know before buying from Sony. Our picks and what to avoid.

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Best True Wireless Earbuds 2026: Every Budget Covered

Based on hundreds of hours of listening, we present our top earbud picks for 2026.

What to Look For

  • Noise Cancellation: Look for adaptive ANC that adjusts to your environment

  • Sound Quality: Consider your preferred sound signature — warm, neutral, or bass-heavy

  • Battery Life: 6+ hours from the buds, 18+ with the case

  • Comfort: Tip fit is crucial for both comfort and ANC

  • Codec Support: LDAC and aptX Adaptive offer higher quality than AAC alone

Our Top Picks

Sony WF-1000XM5 — £259

Rating: 9.1/10 | Battery: 8h (24h case) | ANC: Excellent

Our top pick for most people. Exceptional sound quality meets industry-leading ANC.

Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — £279

Rating: 8.9/10 | Battery: 6h (18h case) | ANC: Excellent

Best for runners and gym-goers. Exceptional sound quality meets industry-leading ANC.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 — £229

Rating: 8.7/10 | Battery: 6h (30h case) | ANC: Very Good

Our top pick for most people. Purpose-built for active use with IP rating and secure fit.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 — £259

Rating: 8.6/10 | Battery: 7.5h (30h case) | ANC: Good

Best for audiophiles. Purpose-built for active use with IP rating and secure fit.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro — £219

Rating: 8.4/10 | Battery: 6h (18h case) | ANC: Very Good

Best noise cancellation. You get 90% of the flagship experience at a fraction of the cost.

Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 — £229

Rating: 8.3/10 | Battery: 6h (27h case) | ANC: Good

Best noise cancellation. Punches well above its price point.

How We Test

We use every product for at least two weeks in real-world conditions before making our recommendations.