However, there’s still a place for traditional wired earphones, especially for those of us with smartphones that have headphone sockets.

Samsung has a formidable reputation in the smartphone market, but its Galaxy Buds never quite hit the mark. But if you’re on the hunt for a new pair of affordable buds solely for fitness, the Elite 7 Active are a solid choice and good value. Like many in-ear headphones, the Klipschs can generate a decent amount of cable noise, so we’d suggest using the small clothing clip that comes in the box.

Instruments are layered and complex songs don’t sound muddled as each instrumental layer remains audible. OnePlus Buds Pro comes with smart adaptive noise cancellation supported by automated environmental noise detection and adjustment. You want great sound: These sound brilliant and shut out the real world so well - if you want to treat yourself, then you'll really appreciate it. They also have an IP57 rating, too, which means they're dustproof and waterproof up to one meter, so sweaty workouts aren't a problem either.

The N addition here does indeed stand for Noise cancellation and these buds mark Sony's new entry level for ANC earbuds. Today, there are plenty of perfectly good options for most people but for audio enthusiasts, there are only a handful of true wireless headphones that excel at sound. They boast reliable Bluetooth connectivity and battery life here is excellent at eight hours from the earbuds and a whopping 32 hours from the buds and the case combined. We hope Klipsch can redesign the eartips without the need for the small plastic clip that can easily become stuck in the headphone.Most importantly, we also want to be sure the sound is excellent, with clarity and a decent level of bass. Positioning the buds comfortably took longer than it should have during our testing (we found them fiddly), but once we got used to them, we found them secure and easy to wear. ANC is top of your list: There's no active noise cancellation here, sadly, although the hear-through feature works beautifully to stay aware of your surroundings.

We also found the midrange to be both informative and eloquent, with high detail levels and a smooth and seamless journey from floor to ceiling and back again. The JLab Go Air Pop buds prove it’s possible to purchase a fantastic set of true wireless earbuds on a budget. You've got all manner of Apple things: If you've got an iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch or similar, then you'll really get the benefit from the seamless switching. During our testing, we were happy to find there are now extra small ear tips, great news for those with smaller ears and should fit most people well.The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 can last up to seven hours and around 28 hours with the case. Delivering balanced and detailed sound with triple-point connectivity and outstanding comfort, Technics has created a fantastic pair of buds, it's a shame ANC and battery are lacking.

I’d love to see a quieter plastic-covered cable or an over-the-ear hook design, because the sound of these earphones is extremely seductive and exercisers should be able to enjoy them too. The Klipsch earphones ensure perfect balance of bass and treble for low as well as high frequency audios. Battery life is important: With a total of 30 hours between the earbuds and the charging case, these are more likely to survive longer stints between charging sessions than much of the competition. I find them comfortable to wear, and with a choice of different-sized tips, including a pair of double-flanged tips, there should be a pair that can slip into most people’s ears for a nice and snug fit.The detail extends to the highs as well, allowing the headphones to sing in the higher registers without ever being harsh. I'm not rating it lower because I haven't used them too much for music and can't really speak to its bass response, etc. Sennheiser's 7mm dynamic audio drivers offer robust stereo sound quality and the active Noise Cancellation feature does reduce external noise.