
Best affordable Headphones
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1. Pioneer Rayz Plus
Pioneer Rayz Plus Noise Cancelling headphones with Lightning connector are the first headphones that allow you to listen or talk on your iPhone while it is charging. Additionally, you can customize your listening experience. The Smart Noise Cancelling technology adapts to your ear and surrounding sounds. There is also a Smart Button that you can configure to launch your favorite app, mute or unmute calls, or start the Rayz app with just one touch.
With the free Rayz app, you can personalize your headphones and Smart Button settings. For example, you can create and save your own equalizer profiles, activate the HearThru mode to keep ambient sounds audible, or enable AutoPause to stop music playback when you remove the Rayz headphones.
Pro
- Super sound
- App with additional features
- Beautiful design
Contra
- Charging socket on the cable never used
- Wind noise clearly audible
- Microphone much too quiet: Interlocutors can hardly hear you

2. Koss KSC 75
The open design of the headphones allows you to converse with others while wearing them. The swiveling ear hooks provide optimal comfort. The KSC 75 delivers excellent sound quality, whether at home or on the go.
Pro
- Super sound
- Sits comfortably on the ear
- Lightweight and comfortable
Contra
- The cable (1.2m) is too short for me
- for me: uncomfortable behind-the-ear headband
- NO microphone

3. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Play
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Play
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Play are the perfect sound partner for your everyday life - compact, powerful, and ready to delight you with clear music and deep bass. With their ergonomic design, they not only provide a secure fit but also maximum comfort, whether you're exercising, commuting, or relaxing. The long battery life ensures that your music is always with you, while the reliable connection and quick pairing process offer a stress-free listening experience. Get the Redmi Buds 6 Play and immerse yourself in the sound that accompanies your daily life and makes it even better.
Features:
- Equipment:
- Remote control
- Integrated microphone
- Includes charging case
- Comfort: In-ear
- Transducer principle: Dynamic
- Driver diameter: 10 mm
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
- Impedance: 16 Ohm
- Protection class: IPX4
- Connections: 1x USB-C
- USB function: For charging the battery only
- Transmission principle: Bluetooth
- Maximum range: 10 m
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4
- Battery capacity:
- Earbuds: 57 mAh
- Charging case: 600 mAh
- Dimensions:
- Earbuds: 20.6 x 14.5 x 22 mm
- Charging case: 53.9 x 53.9 x 27.4 mm
- Weight:
- Earbuds: 3.6 g
- Charging case: 32.8 g.
Pro
- Good battery
- Sound quality
- Good sound
Contra
- The case is not suitable for those with coarse motor skills.
- NC is only for the microphone
- sound normal, but there are more expensive better

4. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Active
The Redmi Buds Active offer an impressive sound experience in a sleek, compact design - perfect for music lovers and frequent callers looking for high-quality sound and comfort. With their 14.2 mm dynamic drivers, these earbuds provide enhanced bass and five EQ settings for a personalized sound. The colorful, stylish design is lightweight and portable, supported by the Xiaomi Earphone App for seamless smartphone connectivity. With a battery life of up to 6 hours per charge, extendable to 30 hours with the charging case, and advanced 2-MIC beamforming technology for clear calls, the Redmi Buds Active deliver excellent sound quality, clear calls, and high comfort for extended wear.
Pro
- Ok sound
- Good sound quality
- Fast connection
Contra
- long touch activated voice assistant, quite annoying.
- A little quiet
- Voice assistant cannot be deactivated

5. Apple EarPods (3.5mm jack)
In-ear headphones with integrated remote control and microphone. Answer and end calls. Open design, 2-channel stereo. Protected against sweat and water. Integrated remote control: control music and video playback. Deep, rich bass and minimal sound loss. Connection via 3.5mm jack. The Apple EarPods, here in the version with a 3.5mm jack, are perfectly shaped to fit the ear and designed to minimize sound loss while maximizing sound output. This allows you to enjoy high-quality sound with deeper, richer bass. They are also equipped with an integrated remote control, allowing you to adjust the volume, control music and video playback, and answer and end calls with the push of a button. In-ear headphones - the ideal companion. In-ear headphones are inserted directly into the ear canal. The resulting pressure chamber effect enables a powerful sound experience without needing to turn the music up too loud. This is gentle on your ears and also extends the battery life of your playback device. Additionally, in-ear headphones have excellent noise-canceling properties, significantly reducing the perception of disturbing background noise. Thanks to their compact size, they can be easily stored in any pocket, making them the perfect companion for on-the-go use.
Pro
- No Bluetooth on the head
- Good sound

6. soundcore Note 3i v2
Loud and Clear
Enjoy clear, AI-assisted calls thanks to 4 microphones in the Life Note 3i, integrated noise-canceling headphones, and a proprietary algorithm that enhances voice recording.
Rich and Personalized Sound
The Life Note 3i noise-canceling earbuds with 10mm drivers deliver rich and powerful bass. Use the Soundcore app for a better music experience to customize your EQ and sound profile.
Hours of Power
The Life Note 3i noise-canceling earbuds allow for uninterrupted listening for 9 hours.
Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation
Experience optimized noise cancellation that provides everything you need. Listen to your music—perfect for indoors or on the go.
AI-Assisted Calls
The Life Note 3i noise-canceling headphones feature 4 microphones and AI.
Feel the Pressure
Equipped with 10mm drivers, enjoy powerful bass and clear highs over extended periods.
Customized Sound
Use the Soundcore app for complete sound customization. Adjust between 22 different EQ modes all in one place.
Transparency Mode
Enjoy your music while staying aware of everything happening around you.
Bluetooth 5.2
Experience stable and uninterrupted connectivity to all your devices with the latest versions.
Mono Mode
Enjoy music or seamlessly take calls with one or both earbuds.
Easy Control
Manage calls and audio playback with just one button press.
IPX5 Water Resistance
The Life Note 3i noise-canceling earbuds are resistant to sweat, rain, and splashes.
Pro
- Top battery
- Beautiful case
- Hold the stopper

7. Samsung USB Type-C EO-IC100
Enjoy distortion-free sound in studio quality. The Samsung Type-C earbuds are designed to truly separate left and right signals, achieving up to ten times better performance than 3.5mm headphones. The built-in DAC enhances the quality of what you hear, bringing your playlist to life as intended by the artist. The Samsung Type-C headphones feature dual speakers, delivering rich, clear, and balanced sound. The technology is tuned by AKG, ensuring you receive top-notch sound quality. Each earbud is made from lightweight materials and designed for a comfortable fit in your ears, allowing you to tune out the world with your music—simply choose from the included ear tips to find the perfect fit. The fabric cable prevents the earbuds from tangling in your pocket or pouch. The headphones come in OEM packaging.
Pro
- Cable from plug to earphone division covered with fabric
- Good sound
- Have a good sound for the price
Contra
- Strange noise in the background is very annoying
- Microphone picks up sound somewhat quietly
- None for me. Probably not a listening experience for the discerning ear

8. Marshall Fashion
The fashion headphones come equipped with a microphone and remote control for use with your mobile phone. They deliver excellent sound, a wireless cable, and a unique design that embodies the Marshall legacy. The Mode provides massive sound in a small package. Custom drivers ensure powerful sound with minimal distortion. With their unique in-ear design that anchors in your ear, the fashion headphones come with four differently sized ear tips, allowing you to find the perfect fit. The compact design and maximum sound performance could make them some of the best in-ear devices in the world. Custom drivers have been integrated into the tiny frame of Mode to produce a balanced sound profile characterized by clear mids, extended highs, and deep bass. Mode features the legendary Marshall logo on the cable clip and the Marshall M logo on the headphones.
Pro
- Good sound
- Sound quite good
- Great design
Contra
- No volume control
- Lots of plastic
- Workmanship ok for the price, handset just looks plastic-like from close up

9. Amazfit Up
The Amazfit Up OWS Bluetooth 5.3 earbuds offer a wireless audio experience suitable for both music lovers and callers. With their in-ear design, they ensure effective noise isolation and a comfortable fit. The earphones are equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 technology, which enables a stable connection and improved sound quality. The battery life of up to 6 hours ensures that you can enjoy your music or conversations for longer periods of time, while the quick-charging function offers a practical solution for travelling. The IPX4 protection rating also makes the earphones resistant to splashing water, making them ideal for outdoor use or sports.
- Bluetooth 5.3 for improved connection and sound quality
- Battery life of up to 6 hours
- IPX4 protection against splashing water
- Touchpad remote control for easy music control
- Fast charging function via USB-C.

10. Philips TAT1138BK/00
Get perfect sound. These true wireless headphones use 13 mm drivers for rich sound and deep bass as well as an AI microphone for clear calls. They are splash and sweat resistant to IPX4 and include a pocket-sized charging case for 15 hours of playback time.
Hear the sound the way it was meant to be heard. These headphones feature a customised design and dynamic 13 mm drivers for a fantastic listening experience. The large capacity of the drivers improves dynamics and bass so you never miss a beat.
No matter how long your day is, these headphones will give you what you need. You get 5 hours of playback time and an additional 10 hours with the handy pocket-sized charging case.
Don't be distracted by ambient noise. These headphones feature an AI microphone that uses an advanced AI algorithm to filter out noise you don't want to hear and ensure clear call quality. Hear each other clearly every time.
