There is simply a huge selection of completely wireless headphones. These headphones are available in two form factors - vacuum and in-ear. Which wireless headphones to choose depends only on you. CorgIT.xyz, in turn, has selected the best budget TWS headphones 2022 under $50 , here you will find both in-ear and vacuum fully wireless bluetooth headphones.
TOP 7 TWS in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation 2021
TWS headphones are primarily associated with AirPods. This completely wireless model was released in 2016 and was far from the first among TWS headphones. But it has become the benchmark among completely wireless Bluetooth headphones. And it made this category of gadgets firmly entrenched in the world of modern technology.
Moreover, the release of AirPods provoked the development of the budget segment . If before this TWS headphones were considered expensive devices, then after the release of AirPods, budget TWS headphones began to appear. At first, these were Chinese clones of AirPods, which were 5-10 times cheaper, but were not of good quality. Next, Xiaomi, Huawei, Meizu and other famous brands that cannot afford to produce low-quality products presented their affordable AirPods analogues. As a result, there are now plenty of affordable wireless headphones to choose from. CorgIT.xyz has collected the best budget TWS headphones 2022 here and will tell you about them.
CGPods
Wireless Tyumen CGPods are among the TOP 5 best-selling headphones in Russia for the second year in a row. The brand is not even 5 years old, but it has already overtaken Huawei, JBL and Sony in terms of volume! Because CGPods have high-quality filling, unique features and at the same time a low price - only 3,500 rubles.
Tyumen in-ear “ears” have moisture protection, which even expensive Apple AirPods do not have. You can shower and swim in the pool with CGPods; Tyumen headphones can be washed under the tap.
Each model has its own “tricks”. The CGPods 5.0 case is made of professional aviation aluminum. Boeings are made from the same metal. The case can support 220 kg. It's not scary to step on it or sit on it.
The Lite model has the smallest case in the world. It clicks nicely, like bubble wrap. A real anti-stress case!
And a new product from Tyumen - CGPods Air 2 - the lightest headphones in the world. The weight of each “ear” is 3 g (30% lighter than Apple AirPods). CGPods Air 2 is comfortable to wear all day long. The headphones are incredibly comfortable because they are designed taking into account the anthropometric data of Russian users.
The “droplets” of Tyumen headphones are anatomically correct in shape: they do not pinch in the ears and do not fly out, unlike expensive analogues. In addition, the new product has exactly the same headset as the Apple one, and a microphone from the Apple factory. Impeccable voice transmission even in noisy places.
CGPods autonomy is 20 hours. Exactly like AirPods. The sound of CGPods is spacious, clear and with deep bass - no worse than that of Apples. At the same time, CGPods are 4 times cheaper than Apple headphones.
Tyumen headphones are inexpensive because they are sold at an honest direct price from the manufacturer - without any markups from intermediaries. The brand does not cooperate with chain stores like M.Video, which increase prices by 2-3 times. CGPods are sold online – directly to users.
QCY T1C
One of the cheapest and at the same time most successful headphone models from the popular QCY brand, which was purchased by Xiaomi and is now produced in the same factories.
It is worth immediately noting that this model does not have a cover, and the battery capacity is 380 mAh. But there is a QCY T1C Power version with a larger case with a lid and an 800 mAh battery.
Whether it’s compactness or autonomy, the first version without a lid initially gained enormous popularity. The headphones themselves are identical; the manufacturer claims 4 hours of autonomy; in reality, the charge lasts for about 3 hours of music. Taking into account the case, the T1C will last for about 15 hours and 27 hours in the Power version.
The sound quality is not bad for the price, it is smooth, dull and bassy and many users like it, the volume is sufficient. However, you should not expect powerful bass from them, as well as high detail of mid and high frequencies.
The headphones do not support the aptX codec, which means there is no guarantee of audio lag in videos and games. But in addition to the basic SBC codec (available everywhere), it supports AAC, which has a positive effect on the sound quality in smartphones that also support it.
The microphone quality is below average, as in almost all budget headphones. In a quiet environment, the voice sounds muffled, but you can talk. In the presence of a strong external background, everything worsens significantly, noise is transmitted along with the voice to the interlocutor and speech becomes difficult to understand.
Control is performed using a large mechanical button on each earphone, which will appeal to opponents of touch controls. You can pause music, answer calls, switch tracks, but there is no volume control.
In general, everything is not so bad with the QCY T1C; there are models that are more expensive and worse; they can easily be called the most affordable headphones with normal sound for listening to music on the go. They will be enough for most undemanding users. Plus, it has IPX4 water protection (from sweat and splashes), as do many others. Xiaomi QCY T1C Headphones
Hoco ES20
Another “twin” of AirPods, which repeats the design of Apple headphones: from the battery case to the location of the LEDs. In addition, the model has native iPhone support with the headphone battery level displayed on the smartphone display. The headset supports the latest Bluetooth 5.0 and manages incoming calls.
The only thing you have to put up with is not the best battery life. It lasts no more than 2 hours while listening to music. The battery capacity of the case is enough for about five recharges.
Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2
This is the global version of the most popular TWS headphones Redmi AirDots 2, which were originally intended for the Chinese market.
In all respects, they are very similar to the previous ones, or rather, QCY was equal to these Xiaomi. In terms of autonomy, they are better, lasting about 5 hours at medium volume and 2.5-3 hours at maximum volume. The capacity of the case is 300 mAh, with it the headphones last for 14-16 hours.
As for the sound, it is also very similar, but the AirDots 2 sound somewhat cleaner and have bass. Unfortunately, it is worth noting that both in terms of sound quality and volume, they have become worse than the first version, which has already been discontinued.
There is no aptX support, but AAC is available. Sound cooling in films can be noticeable for some, but there is a special game mode to reduce delays. The microphone picks up voice a little better in quiet places, but they have a simple DSP noise reduction system that does not always work adequately, sometimes drowning out the voice along with background noise. The only controls are pause, voice assistant, answer and hang up, mechanical buttons. There is no volume control, no track switching, and there is also no moisture protection.
In general, we can’t say that these headphones are definitely better. In terms of autonomy, yes, they are suitable for music (especially on Xiaomi smartphones, for which the manufacturer optimizes them, there are additional settings and software). But for conversations, frequent watching movies and games, it’s better to look at something else. Xiaomi Redmi AirDots 2 headphones
Realme Buds Air Neo
But the affordable Realme wireless in-ear headphones, with their appearance, completely copy you know who. And they will be a good choice for those looking for an affordable AirPods alternative for an Android smartphone. But they have the smallest battery life among these 10 budget TWS headphones 2022. Battery life is 3 hours . For this there is protection against splashes of the IPX4 .
You can buy the model in Ukraine, as well as on AliExpress.
Haylou GT1 Pro
This successful manufacturer was also absorbed by Xiaomi, but like QCY, it retained its model range and is produced in the same factories.
This model is an improved version of the Haylou GT1, in which the battery capacity of the case was increased from 300 to 800 mAh, which significantly affected the autonomy. Plus, the case received four charge indicators, which its predecessor did not have. The autonomy of this model is 3-3.5 hours and 26 hours including the case, but it sags greatly at high volume (at maximum up to 1.5 hours).
There is also a newer version of the GT1 XR with an updated chip, but in this case it did not benefit them - the sound became quiet and the bass was lost. So in terms of sound quality, the GT1 Pro is perhaps the best budget model from Haylou. It is well-balanced and bassy; compared to AirDots 2, they sound a little better, but the high frequencies are somewhat higher and the volume is a little lower.
There is support for the AAC codec; most users do not experience audio lag in videos and games. The microphone is quiet, you can communicate mostly in a quiet environment, but on a noisy street the noise reduction works more correctly.
The headphones are slightly smaller than their predecessors, which is why they fit a little more comfortably in the ears, but some people don’t really like their round, hard ear pads. Fortunately, they can be exchanged for any others. The control is touch-sensitive, which can cause false alarms, there is no volume control, but there is IPX5 water protection.
In general, the headphones are pretty good for their price, with a discount for an unimportant microphone. As for touch controls, some people like it with fewer buttons, others with more, but you need to avoid accidental touches. They're fine for music, but if it's important to you to avoid audio lag in movies and games, consider the GT1 XR with aptX codec, which should also be supported by your smartphone. Xiaomi Haylou GT1 Pro Headphones
Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic
Some people don’t like vacuum plugs at all and prefer classic earbuds; these headphones are designed for such users.
They are similar to Apple AirPors (only larger) and fit well in the ears without falling out of them like rubber ear pads from the ear canal. The ears feel more comfortable, the eardrums do not experience excessive sound pressure. The downside is a less rich and bassy sound, as well as a lack of sound insulation. So for those who often listen to music in noisy places, they are not suitable, but they will appeal to those who like to hear what is happening around them.
By tradition, let's start with autonomy; the manufacturer promises 5 hours on a single charge and 20 hours with a case. This is close to the truth when using headphones at medium volume, but as always in reality this figure will be lower, about 4-4.5 hours and 16-18 hours with a 410 mAh case.
With sound, everything is expected to be completely different than with its vacuum predecessors. The bass is very weak, the mids are not bad, the highs are not enough. In general, headphones are only suitable for vocals, art songs and audiobooks. You won’t be able to enjoy bright sound in them; even support for the AAC codec doesn’t help.
But there is a good microphone and an ENC active noise reduction system, which do a good job of voice communication. Touch control, track switching and volume control are missing, as is moisture protection.
Despite the weak sound, which makes the headphones less suitable for music, they cannot be called bad. For their lightness and ease of wearing, good autonomy and quality of communication, many are ready to forgive all their shortcomings. It’s also nice that the headphones pause the player themselves when you take them out of your ears. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic
Criterias of choice
If you don’t delve into and study complex terms, all you have to do is act in a proven way and choose headphones based on the following criteria.
- Brand
Here it is not a fact that the more famous, the better. The most obvious example is CaseGuru, a Tyumen brand. In terms of basic parameters such as clarity and volume of playback, they are in no way inferior to Apple devices, and the price is an order of magnitude cheaper.
- Reviews
Sometimes, of course, they are contradictory, but worthy models still deserve more high marks. Pay attention to information about battery life, noise reduction (if you don’t want extraneous sounds in the background of the track in your headphones), volume and charging time.
If you order a device through online platforms, pay attention to reviews of the seller’s work, conditions and terms for returning defective goods.
- Connection type
It can be Bluetooth or TWS (True Wireless Stereo). By and large, they are the same thing, it’s just that the first ones are connected to each other by wires, the second ones are not. The principle of operation of TWS is that initially the transmitting device is connected to the main earphone (in most models this is the right one), and then the earbud itself divides the signal to both earphones for stereo sound.
The advantages of such models are compactness, good sound quality, and the ability to use (disconnect if necessary) one of the earbuds. The downside is that they are much easier to lose and problems may arise with recharging if the storage case, also known as the charger, fails.
- Form
Here everything is individual and depends on the anatomy of the auricle. No amount of reviews will help you understand how the earbuds will behave in your ears. If you can’t find a comfortable model, look for headphones with a set of ear pads of different sizes (one of 3 should fit).
- Autonomy
The longer the battery life, the better. When ordering or purchasing in a regular store, be sure to clarify this question. The minimum acceptable value is at least 4 hours.
- Protection
For those who like to train to their favorite music. You can safely go into the shower with expensive headphones with a high class of protection; they will not fail even if you get caught in a downpour while jogging. If you need these, choose models with a protection class of at least IPX4 (from splashes from any angle).
- Price
Here, as with any product, quality cannot be too cheap. It is better not to consider models for 400-600 rubles. The sound will be, to put it mildly, not very good, and such models break down in just a couple of months. You can buy earbuds with decent sound quality for no less than 1,500 rubles. By the way, sometimes budget models are not much inferior to their famous counterparts (no one has canceled the overpayment for the brand either).
Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2S
No, we are not promoting Xiaomi, it’s just that this brand is very popular now and they produce a huge number of models, which is why we included more of them in the selection.
Returning to the in-ear headphones, we have the next improved version of the bestseller AirDots 2. The size of the headphones and the operating time are the same - about 4 hours, but the battery capacity in the case is 600 mAh, which gives a total of about 24 hours. Plus, there is finally a Type-C connector installed instead of the outdated Micro-USB in previous models.
The sound has become cleaner, the bass is more transparent, in general the sound is more correct and deep, but the volume has been cut down a little. Support for advanced codecs is not announced, but there is a game mode, and there are no complaints about sound lag. The microphone has remained practically the same - in quiet conditions the interlocutor can hear you acceptably, but on the street everything is bad.
The controls are touch-sensitive, unfortunately there is no track switching or volume control, but it is possible to configure this in the application. But the model was equipped with in-ear sensors and IPX4 water protection. Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and older will have detailed charge statistics for each earphone and case.
In general, the headphones are not suitable for conversations on the street, but otherwise they are quite a good solution for the money. Active users may not be satisfied with the high sensitivity of sensors that are triggered by the slightest touch. Xiaomi Redmi AirDots headphones
Realme Buds Q
In 2022, Xiaomi has a serious competitor. Realme is actively conquering the budget segment using the same strategy as Xiaomi at one time - high quality and cheap. And Realme’s assortment includes budget TWS headphones 2020.
Buds Q is a direct competitor to AirDots, both in price, form factor, and even technical specifications. They are also capable of 4 hours of battery life, have IPX4 and micro-USB .
- Buy Realme Buds Q in Ukraine
- Buy on AliExpress
But neither Xiaomi nor Realme have forgotten in-ear headphones Both brands have such wireless in-ear headphones 2022.
JBL Tune 100 TWS
Perhaps one of the most controversial brands, on the one hand, today it is clearly overvalued in the eyes of buyers, on the other, it still sometimes produces good models that are reminiscent of its former glory.
This is exactly the case, which was probably facilitated by cooperation with the eminent company Harman, together with which these headphones were developed. The battery capacity of the headphone is 60 mAh (the previous ones were about 40 mAh), and the battery capacity of the case is 500 mAh, which can be called an average value. The autonomy of the headphones is up to 5 hours and 17 hours taking into account the case, the manufacturer does not lie.
To improve the sound, JBL's proprietary Pure Bass Sound technology is used here, and indeed the sound here is noticeably higher quality than in AirDots 2 and all previous models. The all-encompassing thumping bass has been replaced by higher detail and stage depth throughout the entire range, which will appeal to lovers of high-quality music. At the same time, there is quite enough bass here and they are more intelligible, as it should be in good headphones.
Support for the AAC codec is present, the volume is slightly above average, it may not be enough except in the subway, although the sound insulation here is good. There were no complaints about audio lag in the video.
There is no noise reduction here, the microphone quality is not high, it is suitable only for those who do not speak much on the phone. The controls are mechanical and quite convenient, including the ability to switch tracks, but without volume control. Among the features, it can be noted that the headphones cannot be used separately on different devices (like all previous ones), and separately for conversations you can use not the left one, but the right one.
In general, it’s a pretty good model with high build quality and materials, good battery life and pleasant sound. Among the shortcomings are the relatively large size (not very good for small ears and wearing under a hat), an outdated Micro-USB connector and the lack of moisture protection. This model is also available in white, which looks great. JBL Tune 100TWS Headphones
Which headphones are better: vacuum or in-ear?
It is impossible to give a definite answer to this question, since both of these types of headphones have advantages and disadvantages.
Both the vacuum headset (plugs) and the earbuds are compact, portable devices, but the plugs are equipped with a set of soft silicone ear pads, which provides a deep, snug fit, as well as a good level of passive sound isolation and, accordingly, higher sound quality overall.
The earbuds do not come with replaceable silicone tips, they are not located as deep and tightly in the ear as in-ear earbuds, and they put less pressure on the ear canal. They sound more natural, and the lack of passive noise reduction allows you to hear the sounds of your surroundings.
Plugs for those who need good sound insulation and who love powerful, dense bass, and for use at home and on trips, earbuds with their natural sound, little pressure on the ears and the ability to hear others will probably be a good option.
HONOR Choice TWS Earbuds
In appearance and design, these headphones from the respected Huawei sub-brand are very reminiscent of the Apple AirPods Pro, combining the sound quality of earbuds and the convenience of earbuds.
The headphones have a record battery life on a single charge - 6 hours of music (24 hours with a case) at 50% volume or 4 hours of calls, tests give similar results. This is ensured by high-quality, sufficiently capacious batteries (55 and 500 mAh, respectively), as well as good optimization of energy consumption. The Type-C connector is used for charging.
The sound is dominated by deep bass and clear vocals, and is generally well-saturated across the entire range with a wide stage. In some compositions, hissing and whistling notes slip through, but they are well masked by pumping bass and groove, and there is a large volume reserve.
The AAC codec is supported, the manufacturer focuses on the absence of audio lag in any scenarios, including videos and games. In fact, there is a lag, but it is really very low, to understand it you need to listen specifically for a long time.
Unfortunately there is no active noise cancellation (ANC), but there is a simpler digital system with 4 microphones for conversations that reduces background noise. It copes with this in noisy places mediocrely, but the quality of the microphone is generally not bad, which is the only thing that helps out sometimes. In general, for conversations, like all budget models without advanced active noise reduction, the headphones are not suitable.
The controls are touch-sensitive, convenient, there is track switching, no volume control. Protection is made according to the IP54 standard (dust, splashes). In general, the headphones can be described as comfortable and sensible for their price, with excellent battery life, quite good sound and a stylish look. They are suitable for all purposes, including video and games, with the exception of voice communication, although in this regard they are slightly better than the previous ones. Huawei Honor Choice TWS headphones
Usams LC Bluetooth
According to reviews from those who bought these headphones specifically to replace the first AirPods, they are difficult to distinguish from the real ones - neither by appearance nor by weight. The wireless gadget from Usams even weighs the same as AirPods, which weigh 4 grams per earphone. But you can buy these “ears” for about one-sixth of the cost of Apple headphones. It is not surprising that buyers are quite actively buying them and trying to understand: is there a difference or not?
With periodic recharging from the battery case, the headphones will work for as long as 25 hours. And if you believe the reviews, they provide good sound - decent, considering the price of the headset.
JBL Tune 215 TWS
A very popular analogue from JBL, available not only in white, but also black and other more youthful and sporty colors (6 colors in total).
With autonomy, as in other models of decent brands, everything is more or less fair - 5 hours for headphones and 25 hours with a case. Battery capacities are 55 and 660 mAh, respectively, charging via Type-C.
The sound quality is good, balanced throughout the entire range, bass is present, and the volume headroom is average. There is an AAC codec, the controls are mechanical, you can switch tracks, there is no volume control, and there is also moisture protection, as in most push-button models.
The headphones here can be used separately with different devices and any of them for conversations; they are generally comfortable, but quite large (not everyone fits securely in their ears). The microphone is one of the best among budget JBLs and better than all previous models in the selection, but there is no noise reduction. Among the shortcomings, users note that the case’s resistance to mechanical damage is not very good. Headphones JBL Tune 215TWS
Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2
These headphones are even more Apple-like than previous Xiaomi earbuds, but the differences are not only in the case.
As for autonomy, it has even decreased here - 4/14 hours versus the stated 5/20 hours in the previous model. But the point here is more advanced hardware, and not a decrease in battery capacity. And for most users this will be enough. In reality, one charge lasts about 3.5 hours.
The sound quality has become higher, and in addition to the AAC codec, high-quality LHDC is supported, which, however, only works on modern Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI. But unofficially, the headphones can connect to Huawei smartphones with an analogue of this HWA codec. AAC on iPhones also sounds good.
The detail in the mid and high range is good, the sound is quite clear and pleasant. Bass sounds significantly better when using high-quality codecs. The volume reserve also depends on the codec, generally above average. In general, the sound is very good for earbuds.
Touch controls, unfortunately, have not changed. Only pause and answer calls are available; switching tracks and volume is not provided, but can be configured in the application on Xiaomi smartphones. The headphones have an IR sensor, thanks to which the player pauses itself when you take the headphones out of your ear; there is no moisture protection.
In general, these are very light and comfortable headphones and the first model in the selection with good active noise canceling (ENC), which really works and cuts out street noise quite well. So, if you were looking for a model for communication, this is what you need. And if you have a suitable smartphone with the LHDC, HWA or iPhone codec, you will get even higher quality sound. Xiaomi Mi Air 2s headphones
HUAWEI FreeBuds 4
The current model from HUAWEI is one of the few in-ear headphones that support active noise cancellation. Of course, they do not protect against external noise as effectively as vacuum models, but much better than earbuds without ANC at all.
The headphones work without recharging for up to 4 hours without noise reduction or about 2-3 hours with noise reduction turned on. They can be charged 4 more times from the case. Fast charging is supported: 15 minutes in the case is enough for 2.5 hours of use. FreeBuds 4 can be connected to any smartphone, but the AI Life application from HUAWEI is available only in the company's App Gallery app store.
We talked about the headphones in more detail in the review.
OPPO Enco W11
Well, as a bonus, there is a new player in the TWS headphone market, which nevertheless turned out to be quite successful.
Autonomy is stated at 5/20 hours, in reality this corresponds to reality at 50% volume, so it will be 3.5-4 hours. Battery capacity is 40/400 mAh, charging is via Type-C.
Despite the fact that only AAC is supported among codecs, one cannot fail to note the excellent sound of music in this model. Despite the powerful bass, the sound has a good midrange and the highs are a little lacking, but they don’t clatter like cheaper analogues. The volume reserve is huge (70-80% is enough), the sound insulation is excellent, the sound lag is almost imperceptible.
The microphone, considering that there is no noise reduction, works well, but of course not ideally; there is interference in noisy places. The headphones can be used separately. The touch control is conveniently thought out, there is track switching and volume control, protection from moisture and dust IP55.
In general, for lovers of powerful bright sound, the only caveat is that they are not the most compact and may be uncomfortable for small ears. The ear pads are somewhat non-standard in shape, but if something happens they can be changed. OPPO Enco W11 Headphones JBL Tune 115TWS Headphones Xiaomi T10 Headphones Xiaomi Redmi Airdots 3 Headphones
Apple AirPods 3
Perhaps the most popular earbuds that come to mind when talking about this category of headphones are AirPods from Apple. Today, the third generation of this model is already available on the market - in Russia, AirPods 3 cost 16,500 rubles. Considering the prices of competitors, this “Apple” accessory no longer seems as expensive as the first AirPods at one time.
The new product has a more powerful battery and can now work without recharging for up to 6 hours, as well as 30 hours when charging from the case. Five minutes is enough for an hour of playback. Also in the third generation, the headphones use spatial audio technology, producing truly surround sound. You can customize the sound using the adaptive equalizer - it collects data from inward-facing microphones to find out the characteristics of the sound that the user hears.
The headphone housing is splash- and sweat-proof according to IPX4, and all built-in microphones are covered with a special acoustic mesh to cut off ambient noise during phone calls. Note that AirPods 3 are compatible only with gadgets from Apple - iPhones, iPads, smart watches, laptops, Apple TV, etc. There is no point in buying them for an Android smartphone.
