Best Earbuds Under $30

For under $30, you can get earbuds that offer outstanding value. Many deliver superb performance, quality sound and great features that give more expensive buds a run for their money. Some also have strong voice-calling performance and excellent noise cancellation, making them suitable for use on the go or in noisy environments. Some have a top-notch build, too, with a premium feel and solid ergonomics that make them comfortable to wear for long periods of time.

While most budget earbuds are small and compact, some have larger designs that fit more comfortably in the ears and can offer a greater level of active noise cancellation. They may also have more powerful audio codecs and a more extensive feature set that can include support for multiple high-resolution formats, a built-in microphone, multipoint Bluetooth pairing and an IPX5 waterproof rating.

You can find some fantastic models that are small enough to fit comfortably in the ear canal while providing decent noise cancellation and good call quality for just under 30 dollars. Our picks below include the likes of the EarFun Air and the Award-winning Sony C700N, but you don’t have to go that far to find a pair of cheap earbuds with outstanding value.

Sony’s knack for crafting a musical listen is on full display in the C700N, which deliver impressive bass depth and clout with well-balanced mids and highs. There’s a great selection of EQ presets that you can choose from to tailor the sonic signature and DSEE Extreme upscaling brings more detail and clarity to low-resolution recordings on Android devices.

The SoundMagic E11BT are a bit more restrained in terms of features, but their impossibly small design and comfortable fit make them easy to recommend for anyone who wants to enjoy music on the go. They have Hi-Res Audio certification and a well-thought-out control app that offers good customization and some nifty features like ambient listening mode and Bluetooth multipoint. They have a great battery life of up to 20 hours and support for the low-latency LDAC codec, which is designed to provide higher-quality playback across more streaming services, including Tidal.

These are the newest earbuds in our guide, and they’re already among the best-value options you can buy for under $30. They offer a solid amount of soundstage for such a small design, along with a wide selection of ear tips to help you find the most comfortable fit. They’re powered by Bluetooth 5.0 and have a built-in mic that supports hands-free calling with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant. They’re a great choice for those who want a versatile pair of headphones that work on most devices.