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Over-ear wireless headphones are rapidly being replaced by wireless earbuds. We tried and tested dozens with expert advice, to find the best
Ever since Apple introduced its distinctive toothbrush-shaped Airpods in 2016, earbuds have taken over the world – so which are the best wireless earbuds in 2022?
A lot rides on it. The volume of sales of ‘true wireless’ earbuds in the last few years is staggering. Having overtaken all the best wireless headphones in 2020, they now represent 59% of smart personal audio deliveries, according to tech market analysts Canalys. Apple earned more than $10 billion in revenue just from Airpods in 2021 – which is more than double the global revenue of Twitter. Airpods aren’t necessarily the best wireless earbuds, though. Here’s a quick glance at our top five. The full reviews are further down.
Apple may be the innovator here, but in recent years, other brands have taken the lead in bluetooth headphones when it comes to sound quality, with tech giants introducing their own variants such as Samsung Galaxybuds and ‘serious’ audio companies such as Technics entering the market with wireless earphones designed to deliver high-quality sound.
I have to admit I was a sceptic about these products. I’m a long-time headphone connoisseur and a dreadful audio snob. Frankly, the first Airpods sounded fairly grotty – but today’s best wireless buds deliver sound that’s as good as over-the-head Bluetooth cans.