Best wireless earbuds for Android

AirPods might dominate iPhones, but Android users have it better than ever. From LDAC and aptX Lossless streaming to AI-powered noise canceling and Auracast sharing, the latest wireless earbuds for Android pack serious tech at every price point. No matter if you’re running, commuting, or just zoning out with your playlist, you’ll find something that fits your needs—and your phone—right here.

The Quick Answer

For a quick guide to the best wireless earbuds for Android that suit your needs and budget, check out our top picks below. Each has a link to our full review.

The best overall: Technics EAH-AZ100

The best noise canceling: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

The best mid-range: Nothing Ear (2024)

The best lower mid-range: Sony WF-C710N

The best budget: CMF Buds 2 Plus

The best for Samsung: Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Best wireless earbuds for Android: Technics EAH-AZ100

If you want flagship ANC, deep Android codec support, and a premium build, the Technics EAH-AZ100 delivers. In my testing, the ANC didn’t just lower noise — it consistently knocked down airplane and train rumble to a degree most earbuds miss, and the passthrough “Attention” mode smartly boosts nearby voices and can auto-pause your audio. For Android specifically, Bluetooth 5.3 with SBC/AAC/LDAC/LC3, reliable multipoint, LE Audio, in-ear detection, Find My, and wireless charging make these easy daily drivers. Battery life was excellent at 10 hours and 40 minutes in our standard test (SBC, ANC on), and the retro metal aesthetic stands out without sacrificing comfort. The soft, rectangular nozzles, along with multiple tip sizes, helped me achieve a secure fit. IPX4 resistance and a pocketable case round out the commute-friendly design.

Out of the box, the sound skews boomy and a bit dark. If that’s not your thing, the app’s EQ and presets fix it quickly — Treble+ brought the tuning closer to what most listeners prefer in my experience, improving Timbre versus the default, while still keeping bass strength in check. Our MDAQS results back that up: the AZ100 scores an Overall 4.3 out of 5, with notably strong Immersiveness for in-ears. Oddly, turning ANC off also shifts the response into a more conventional place that some may actually prefer, so you’ve got options either way.

A few caveats: at $299.99, it’s pricey, the mic quality is just “workable” in noisy spaces (the AI voice focus modes help). Still, if your Android phone isn’t Snapdragon Sound-enabled and you want class-leading ANC with LDAC and long battery life, this is an easy recommendation.

Read our full Technics EAH-AZ100 review

Best noise canceling for Android: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2

If you want the strongest ANC on Android, these are the ones. In my testing, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) reduced the loudness of outside noise by an average of 85%. They have excellent passive isolation due to the ovoid nozzles, which feature three sizes of concha fins, making it easier to achieve a good seal and comfortable fit. They also boast quality of life features such as wireless charging, reliable Multipoint, and a transparency mode that blunts sudden loud sounds for safer city walking. On compatible Android phones, you can take advantage of Snapdragon Sound, which utilizes aptX Lossless/Adaptive for improved wireless connectivity. The app also allows you to create quick-access modes, adjust ANC per mode, and re-run CustomTune if the initial auto-calibration sounded off.

Sound leans “V-shaped”: strong bass strength with boosted highs, leaner mids. Our MDAQS panel scored it Overall 4.8 out of 5 with Timbre 4.9 and solid Immersiveness 4.2, which tracks with the idea that most people will enjoy how these sound. Personally, I found the sub-bass to be bordering on boomy, and the ~3kHz region to be a bit hot. Additionally, Bose’s 3-band EQ doesn’t provide the precision needed to adjust the treble emphasis, if you are sensitive to that. Call quality is serviceable, but lets through environmental effects more than I’d like. The battery life lasted 5 hours and 34 minutes in our test, which is slightly below today’s average, but the case supports multiple top-ups.

Bottom line: at $299.99, these aren’t flashy upgrades over the originals, but they’re still the ANC benchmark for Android users who value comfort and practical features. If you have smaller ears, the chunky shells may be a deal-breaker, and those who want a more comprehensive custom equalizer should consider the next pick. Everyone else gets class-leading noise canceling, easy usability, and a feature set that’s ready for travel right now.

Read our full Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) review

The best mid-range wireless earbuds for Android: Nothing Ear (2024)

Why we still recommend these over the newer Nothing Ear (3) comes down to value and balance. The Ear (3) adds a flashier build, slightly stronger ANC, Bluetooth 5.4, and the “Super Mic” case trick—but they’re $30 more, have shorter battery life (about 5:12 per charge), and lean into bass strength that can smother mids without EQ. The 2024 Ear sound more natural out of the box (better Timbre and channel balance), last much longer, and uniquely support LHDC in addition to LDAC. Call mics are also cleaner at cutting background noise than the Ear (3), even if voices are a touch muffled. Unless you specifically want the Ear (3)’s styling and max ANC, the Nothing Ear (2024) give Android listeners the better all-around package for less.

Read our full Nothing Ear (2024) review

The best lower mid-range wireless earbuds for Android: Sony WF-C710N

If you want strong ANC, long battery, and a friendly price, Sony’s WF-C710N get the job done. In my testing, the fit is comfortable for hours and the pill-shaped case disappears in a pocket; IPX4 helps with sweat or light rain. ANC plus solid passive isolation cut external loudness by ~85%, which is elite for the price. Battery life impressed at 9 hours 25 minutes per charge (30+ hours with the case). You get Bluetooth 5.3 with rock-steady SBC/AAC—there’s no aptX or LDAC, so audiophile codecs aren’t the draw here. Touch controls are simple (with per-ear role selection), and the app adds Adaptive Sound Control and a five-band equalizer.

Out of the box, the tuning leans a little dark: bass has extra strength, and upper treble sits back. A couple of EQ nudges (less low bass, a touch more top end) made the presentation more balanced to my ears; mids show good clarity, and imaging has respectable width. Our MDAQS panel backs this up with an Overall 4.8 out of 5. Trade-offs: The slick shells aren’t very secure for running (no fins/wings), the translucent blue look may not appeal to everyone, and there’s no wireless charging. But at $119.99, these are easy to recommend as a lower mid-range pick for Android users who prioritize effective ANC, battery stamina, and straightforward usability over bleeding-edge codecs.

Read our full Sony WF-C710N review

The best budget wireless earbuds for Android: CMF Buds 2 Plus

Sound is the real hook. Out of the box, the Buds 2 Plus deliver balanced Timbre with tighter bass precision than the last-gen model, good brilliance without turning shrill, and a surprisingly wide sense of spatial depth. Our MDAQS panel backs this up: Overall 4.8 (Timbre 4.9, Distortion 3.7, Immersiveness 3.8), which is outstanding for the segment. If you want to tweak the sound, the Nothing X app adds a Personal Sound hearing profile (Audiodo), Ultra Bass (five levels), and a simple 3-band EQ. Calls are clear in quiet rooms and impressively wind-resistant outdoors thanks to the six-mic system and improved wind filtering.

The trade-offs are easy to live with at this price: no wireless charging, and the case’s decorative dial doesn’t control playback. However, for Android buyers seeking maximum value—namely, LDAC, long battery life, effective ANC, and genuinely pleasing tuning—the CMF Buds 2 Plus sets a new sub-$100 benchmark.

Read our full CMF Buds 2 Plus review

The best wireless earbuds for Samsung: Galaxy Buds3 Pro

If you’re on a modern Samsung phone, the Buds3 Pro slot right into the ecosystem and unlock the most value. You get Samsung’s Seamless/Scalable codecs (up to 24-bit/96kHz on supported Galaxy devices), Auracast, 360 Audio, Find My, and Galaxy AI tricks like the Interpreter mode that live-translates languages in your ear. The Galaxy Wearable app is excellent here, with a 9-band custom EQ, per-mode ANC controls, and flexible pinch/swipe gestures on the new blade stems. Hardware is premium: a tiny wireless-charging case, IP57 buds that can withstand sweat, and a two-way driver array (10.5mm dynamic + planar, dual-amp) that helps deliver an MDAQS Overall score of 4.8 out of 5. In short, with a Galaxy phone, these sound full and detailed, integrate cleanly, and feel purpose-built for travel and daily use.

There are trade-offs. ANC is only “decent” (we measured ~76% loudness reduction), and battery life is short at 4 hours 31 minutes per charge. The stock tuning leans “V-shaped” (strong bass strength, lively highs); switching to the Clear preset helps tame the top end while keeping the punch. Still, on Galaxy devices, you unlock the best connectivity and features with good sound.

Read our full Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro review

The best wireless earbuds for Android: Notable mentions

• Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC ($99.99 at Amazon): These are definitely a contender for some of the best affordable noise canceling earbuds based on performance and value. With an IPX4 rating, long battery life, LDAC support, and good ANC, these are worth a look.
• Anker Soundcore Space A40 ($79 at Amazon): Anker supplies some premium features, including really excellent noise canceling, as well as LDAC codec support.
• Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 ($299 at Amazon): These pricey buds supply you with a huge number of ear tips to get the right fit, a slightly bassy tuning, good noise canceling, and a unique case design.
• Creative Aurvana Ace 2 ($149.99 at Amazon): If you are in the market for the best-sounding wireless earbuds, consider the Creative Aurvana Ace 2. The xMEMS driver system sounds excellent, and you can customize the sound using the Creative app. Combined with aptX Lossless support, these earbuds will pique the interest of many audiophiles.
• CMF Buds Pro 2 ($59 at Amazon): The CMF Buds Pro 2 punch well above their price point, offering solid sound quality and impressive ANC, with the innovative Smart Dial being the unexpected star of the show to control music playback from the case.
• EarFun Air Pro 4 ($89.99 at Amazon): If you are looking for the best wireless earbuds under $100, the EarFun Air Pro 4 are certainly a contender.
• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 ($229 at Amazon): These are an excellent companion for Pixel phones, offering a slew of useful improvements and features that the original Pixel Buds Pro lack. Although the new tuning may not satisfy bassheads, the EQ presets are sufficient to accommodate almost any preference. Many people will love these earbuds.
• Grell Audio TWS 1 ($216.81 at Amazon): Audiophiles who want a to-go headset should get the TWS 1 from Grell Audio, the brainchild of the former Sennheiser chief headphone engineer. The frequency response very closely follows our target consumer curve. Still, sound quality isn’t the only thing this headset has going for it: it also has very effective noise canceling and software features.
• JLab Epic Lab Edition ($199.99 at Amazon): As the testbed for the latest generation of Knowles balanced armature drivers, these earbuds offer great sound quality paired with most of the top-flight features we expect from high-end earbuds, make these one of the best buys in the category.
• OnePlus Buds 4 ($99.99 at Amazon): If you are looking for solid, all-around mid-range earbuds, the OnePlus Buds 4 are a great option. They work even better if you have a OnePlus phone.
• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE ($149.99 at Amazon): These have most of the main features and performance of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for a more affordable price.
• Sony WF-1000XM5 ($298 at Amazon): These earbuds remain a top-tier pick thanks to their excellent ANC, LDAC support, and long battery life. They’re smaller, more comfortable, and feature-rich. The sound leans bassy out of the box but can be easily fine-tuned with the built-in EQ.
• Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ($269.95 at Amazon): A premium pick for Android owners who want aptX Lossless, LE Audio/Auracast, strong ANC, and wireless charging in a stylish IP54 build. They deliver excellent sound with a natural timbre, plus a robust app (including fit test, 5-band EQ, and useful extras). The trade-offs: So-so microphones in noisy environments and a pricey, somewhat bulky fit for smaller ears.
• Technics EAH-AZ80 ($167.99 at Amazon): Though they’re quite large earbuds, the Technics EAH-AZ80 are very solid performers, with a rock-solid array of features to boot. Although the sound may not be for everyone, we believe most people should really like these earbuds, even if they aren’t the consensus best-ever.

What you should know about Android earbuds

When it comes to codecs (sound quality & latency), Android gives you a real choice here. Look for LDAC, aptX Adaptive/Lossless (often marketed as Snapdragon Sound), or LHDC if your phone supports them; these technologies can improve fidelity compared to SBC/AAC and may reduce latency for video and gaming.

LC3/LE Audio is rolling out on newer phones and buds: it’s efficient, sounds better than SBC at similar bitrates, and enables Auracast broadcast audio. Samsung Seamless/Scalable is Galaxy-only, and worth it if you’re deep in that ecosystem.

Ecosystem features that matter on Android.

• Google Fast Pair for instant setup and “Find my earbuds.”
• Multipoint to keep your phone and laptop connected at once.
• Auracast (LE Audio) for sharing audio or hearing venue broadcasts.
• App features like parametric EQ, fit tests, and hearing-profile tools can dramatically improve the experience.

ANC, transparency, and fit. Effective ANC starts with a proper seal. Try all included tips (and consider third-party tips) to maximize isolation; that helps bass precision and overall timbre too. Transparency modes vary—some add smart tricks (voice boost, auto-pause), some simply pipe the outside in.

Battery and longevity. Tiny cells mean short lifespans if you quick-charge daily. Features like battery protection caps and wireless charging can help. Expect shorter battery life with ANC, high volumes, or high-bitrate codecs (LDAC).

Durability. Check IP ratings (IPX4 is sweat/splash; IP54/55 adds dust resistance). Stems can improve call mics in wind; compact, stemless designs often seal better for ANC.

How we test wireless earbuds

We test every pair in the lab and in the real world, then publish the data and provide plain-English takeaways that you can use.

• Frequency response (tuning). We measure on a B&K 5128 acoustic test head. After multiple sweeps and refits, we log a representative result that reflects a proper seal.
• Isolation/ANC (noise reduction). We play shaped noise at 90dB (SPL) at the eardrum, measure the attenuation of buds off versus buds on, and calculate the attenuation. This captures both passive isolation and ANC.
• Battery life. We set the volume for peaks at 75dB(SPL) and loop our test track until shutdown, so results are directly comparable.
• Connectivity & features. On Android, we verify Fast Pair, Multipoint behavior, and, where relevant, we spot-check supported codecs (e.g., LDAC / aptX Adaptive/Lossless) for stability; our core sound tests aren’t “juiced” by a single codec, so the results remain cross-device comparable.
• Mics & calls. We record standardized samples across environments (quiet office, street, wind, reverberant space) to evaluate intelligibility and noise suppression.
• Apps. We note firmware versions, log EQ presets used, and test fit checks, hearing profiles, and other Android-specific extras.

Your experience can vary with fit, tip selection, codec, and firmware—so we describe both the numbers and what they mean for day-to-day Android use.

What is MDAQS (and why we use it)?

You’ll see MDAQS referenced throughout our picks. It’s the Multi-Dimensional Audio Quality Scores system from HEAD acoustics—a perceptual model that predicts how a large panel of listeners would rate what they hear.

• Scores run from 1.0 (very bad) to 5.0 (very good).
• It reports an Overall score and three subscores:
• • Timbre (MOS-T): how natural the spectrum and timing feel (does the tuning “make sense” to most ears).
  • Distortion (MOS-D): extra noises/non-linearities—higher is cleaner.
  • Immersiveness (MOS-I): perceived width, spatial depth, and localisability of sources.

We measure the earbuds on the 5128, feed the results into MDAQS, and publish those predicted mean opinion scores alongside our lab measurements and listening notes. Use MDAQS to compare modes or presets (e.g., default vs a “Treble+” preset) or to sanity-check claims—it doesn’t replace our measurements or your preferences. Still, it adds a consistent, listener-centric yardstick across brands, codecs, and firmware.

Why you should trust SoundGuys

We only recommend products we’ve fully tested. That means analyzing lab data, weeks of daily use, and—when relevant—testing how features behave on actual Android phones (Fast Pair, Multipoint, codec support, Auracast, and app reliability). We also review community feedback to identify trends or firmware updates that may impact you after purchase.

This is our day job. We use industry-standard gear (B&K 5128), publish consistent test methods, and separate objective data from reviewer impressions. Some units are purchased, some are provided; either way, manufacturers don’t get copy approval, and our writers don’t benefit from which link you click. Our ethics policy forbids pay-for-play. The goal is simple: provide Android users with clear, verifiable advice so they can buy once and enjoy their music.