Alex Bracetti
A lifestyle journalist with an affinity for consumer products, Alex has over a decade of experience and has worked with popular publications such as Complex, Thrillist, Men’s Health, Gear Patrol, AskMen, and Hoop Magazine. He currently focuses on audio, reviewing the most coveted headphones in the market for both Tom’s Guide and Laptop Magazine.
Latest articles by Alex Bracetti
Soundpeats Space review
By Alex Bracetti published
The $89 Soundpeats Space headphones have decent sound and remarkably long battery life, but they also have some of the worst ANC and call quality performance we've ever tested.
Tidal review: An unbeatable hi-fi music streaming experience
By Alex Bracetti last updated
If audio quality is important to you along with clear artist remuneration, then there’s only one music streaming service worthy of your money.
Sennheiser Accentum Plus vs. Sennheiser Accentum: What's the difference?
By Alex Bracetti published
I loved Sennheiser's original Accentum, so what does the new Plus version offer? Here I outline the differences to help determine which are the best mid-price noise-canceling headphones for you.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3: They look the same so what are the differences?
By Alex Bracetti published
Sennheiser’s latest and previous flagship buds go head-to-head to outline the generational changes and to determine which is the better purchase for you.
Soundcore Motion X500 review
By Alex Bracetti published
The Soundcore Motion X500 delivers quality spatial audio, but it falls short on battery life and is low on features.
Sony WF-C700N vs. OnePlus Buds 3: Which budget noise-canceling earbuds win?
By Alex Bracetti published
The OnePlus Buds 3 offer some of the best style, features and audio performance I've heard under $100, but how do they compare to Sony's budget ANC gem?
Creative Aurvana Ace 2 review
By Alex Bracetti published
Creative’s Aurvana Ace 2 earbuds with xMEMS drivers offer better sound quality than dynamic driver buds, but they lack certain fundamentals.
Beats Fit Pro review: Apple's best workout headphones
By Alex Bracetti, Lee Dunkley last updated
The Beats Fit Pro is an exceptional sporty model that merges brand staples with high-end Apple features.
Jabra's Elite 8 Active review: Best-ever durability ideal for active lifestyles
By Alex Bracetti last updated
Remarkably tough and sonically engaging, the Jabra Elite 8 Active ANC wireless earbuds are its most durable yet.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro review: Better noise canceling than AirPods Pro
By Alex Bracetti last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro delivers high-end sound and superb ANC make these an essential audio companion for Galaxy smartphone owners.
Jabra Elite 10 review: Flagship noise-canceling earbuds are their best ever
By Alex Bracetti last updated
The Jabra Elite 10 are the company's top-flight wireless earbuds with strong audio and noise cancelation performance to challenge top rivals.
Sony's WF-C700N buds are a noise-canceling leader at a bargain price
By Alex Bracetti last updated
These Sony earbuds undercut the competition with class-leading sound and adaptive active noise cancelation in a sensational package.
OnePlus Buds 3 review
By Alex Bracetti published
These $99 OnePlus Buds 3 are a great budget option with impressively 'Pro'-like features to rival market leaders including AirPods Pro 2 and Sony's WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds.
AirPods Pro 2 vs OnePlus Buds 3: Which noise-canceling earbuds win?
By Alex Bracetti published
OnePlus’ latest flagship buds just launched to rave reviews, but how do they compare to the critically acclaimed AirPods Pro 2?
1More PistonBuds Pro Q30 review
By Alex Bracetti published
1More’s first-ever 3D sound buds are an attractive AirPods Pro alternative at $54 with strong sound and ANC, but in some areas the cost savings show.
I tried these $99 wired earbuds and they're perfect for audiophiles
By Alex Bracetti last updated
The EarFun EH100 sound much better than the AirPods when it comes to portable audio, with true lossless audio and natural sonic personalization, and they cost a lot less too.
I test headphones for a living, and these are my favorite noise cancelers under $200
By Alex Bracetti published
The $179 Sennheiser Accentum are the year’s biggest audio surprise and the best headphone deal around.
1More SonoFlow SE review
By Alex Bracetti published
These $54 1More ANC headphones have 50-hour battery life and superb audio, making them one of the best cheap noise-canceling headphones you can buy.
I've been living with this Bose Bluetooth speaker for 7 years and it continues to outperform newer rivals — here's how
By Alex Bracetti published
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ is a portable speaker with evergreen sound
5 best Google Chrome extensions to enhance computer audio
By Alex Bracetti published
Want better sound while streaming from your favorite web players? Here's my pick of the best Google Chrome extensions for audio that do just that and more.
I test headphones for a living and these throwback headphones are some of the best I've heard
By Alex Bracetti published
Grado’s SR325x wired headphones enrich the music listening experience in ways that most wireless earbuds can’t, and are some of the best I’ve tried.
I tested Samsung's $99 Galaxy Buds, but are they worthy of the ‘Fan Edition’ label?
By Alex Bracetti published
While delivering near-flagship ANC and some series exclusives for a bargain, the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE don’t offer everything the fans want.
Forget AirPods — these wireless earbuds with a touchscreen case are a game changer
By Alex Bracetti published
I tested JBL's Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds with touchscreen charging case and they're a game-changer, here's why.