Best Wireless Earbuds We’d Buy Right Now (2026): Apple, Sony, Bose, and More
Wired's review team provides an updated guide to the best wireless earbuds for 2026, highlighting the Google Pixel Buds 2a for their balance of features and price. The guide also mentions top contenders from Apple, Sony, and Bose for various user needs.
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Consumer electronics reviews help buyers navigate an increasingly crowded market of personal audio devices.
The WIRED Reviews team doesn't just use earbuds—we test them. Hundreds of them, actually. And after weeks of music, calls, commutes, and rogue earbuds flying out of our ears, we've chosen these favorites that are the best for most people.
For more top picks, check out our other audio guides, like the Best Open Earbuds, Best Wireless Headphones, Best Noise-Canceling Headphones, Best Cheap Headphones, Best Workout Headphones, and Best Wired Headphones.
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Updated August 2026: I've updated product recommendations and honorable mentions. Specs, prices, and links were also updated.
The Pixel Buds 2a aren't the flashiest earbuds around, but they hit just the right balance of sound quality, useful features, comfortable fit, and low price, making them a great option for just about anyone.
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