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the jlab jbuds mini anc in champagne photographed with five pairs in the background
I just went hands-on with the world's smallest earbuds — here's what happened (and yes, they have ANC now)

By Erin Bashford Published

I went hands-on with the new JLab JBuds Mini ANC, and they're some of the most exciting earbuds of 2026.

Earbuds
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen, Marshall Milton ANC and Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones
Watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup on your phone? I recommend these headphones to feel like you're actually at the games, starting at just $99

By Nikita Achanta Published

If you're catching up on highlights or watching the match in public, these are my top headphone picks for you.

Headphones
the earfun air pro 4+ earbuds in black showing the ear tips, charging case, and being worn
You don't need AirPods Pro 3 — these are my 5 favorite earbuds under $100 with ANC, EQs, 40+ hour battery life, and more

By Erin Bashford Published

I test earbuds for a living, so I've compiled my favorite 5 budget earbuds that sound way more expensive than they are.

Earbuds
Black JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition over-ear headphones
Not Bose or Sony — I tested these sub-$200 headphones a year ago and I still highly recommend them

By Nikita Achanta Published

A year ago, I tested the JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition over-ear headphones, and even today, I wholeheartedly recommend them for a number of reasons.

Over-Ear Headphones
a side by side image of the author wearing airpods and the jlab go sport+ running earbuds both on the tom's guide blue background
I ditched my AirPods Pro 2 for JLab's $29 running earbuds for two weeks — and I forgot I was using cheaper buds

By Erin Bashford Published

I swapped my AirPods for JLab Go Sport+ for two weeks. How do the $29 JLabs hold up against the premium, $249 AirPods? Let's find out.

Earbuds
the jlab go sport+ earbuds photographed against the blue tom's guide background, showing charging case and wearing style
JLab Go Sport+ review: Unbelievably affordable running earbuds

By Erin Bashford Published

Recommended

The JLab Go Sport+ are super-budget running earbuds that’ll set you back $29. It’s $29 well spent, too, with a secure design and impressive functionality features.

Earbuds
the jlab go pods anc, cmf by nothing buds pro 2, and denon perl pro on blue tom's guide background
I've tested a ton of earbuds in the last year — here's my top picks under $50, $70, $150 and $300

By Erin Bashford Last updated

I review earbuds almost every week, so I've compiled my favorite budget, mid-range and premium options.

Earbuds
the jlab jbuds party speaker with LED rainbow lights photographed against a blue background
JLab JBuds Party review: A meatier portable speaker, but at what cost?

By Erin Bashford Published

The JLab JBuds Party is a mid-sized budget speaker with LED lights and party mode, but the sound quality doesn’t do enough to justify the increased price.

Bluetooth Speakers
the jlab go pods anc, cmf by nothing buds pro 2, earfun air pro 4+
I tested lots of wireless earbuds in 2025, but I only recommend these 3 under $40, $70, and $100

By Erin Bashford Published

I reviewed 10 pairs of earbuds in 2025, but only 3 are worth your money, all under $100.

Earbuds
Jlab epic open sport open-earbuds in a black colorway photographed on a blue background.
I test headphones for a living — here's my top 3 open earbuds of 2025

By Ashley Thieme Last updated

This year, I have been testing open-earbuds, and these are my top picks from Soundcore to JLab.

Earbuds
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