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The best earbuds of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed


For your workouts, cool-downs, and everything in between, we tested the best earbuds from Sony, Bose, and more. Here's what really delivers.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds specs:Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 | Battery life: 6 hours and additional 18 with charging case | Noise-cancelation: Yes | Waterproof rating: IPX4 (water resistant) When I reviewed the Nothing Ear (a) earbuds, I compared them to the AirPods Pro's funkier younger sister who went to art school, buys gifts for friends through the MOMA Store, and can explain the difference between white and orange wine to you. I'm running in busy city streets and parks with them in my ears, playing my favorite songs and podcasts with them in on the subway, working with them in the office, and evaluating them for their performance, connectivity, battery life, comfort, and more.

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