Earbuds & Headphones
Curated shortlist based on real ANC quality, battery, and sound — no paid rankings.
Last updated: April 2026
Nothing
₹9,999
9.7/10
Best earbuds under ₹10K in India — dual-driver sound and balanced ANC at this price is exceptional value.
✅ Best mid-range earbuds in India — dual-driver sound, strong ANC, and Nothing's signature transparent design at ₹10K.
⚠️ Fit may not suit all ear shapes; limited service centres for Nothing.
OnePlus
₹6,499
9.2/10
A well-rounded premium midrange earbud that delivers great sound, strong ANC, and everyday convenience—especially compelling for OnePlus users.
✅ Punchy and engaging sound, effective ANC, fast charging, and excellent integration with OnePlus phones.
⚠️ Some advanced features are limited outside the OnePlus ecosystem, and call quality is good but not class-leading.
OnePlus
₹5,999
9.2/10
Best budget earbuds for OnePlus users — 55dB ANC and dual-driver for ₹6K beats everything at this price point.
✅ 55dB ANC and dual-driver sound under ₹6K — best budget earbuds for OnePlus phone owners with the tightest integration.
⚠️ OnePlus ecosystem provides the best experience; vanilla Android/iOS users get a reduced feature set.
Nothing
₹9,999
9.1/10
A well-balanced, design-led true wireless earbud that focuses on clean sound and everyday usability rather than raw technical dominance.
✅ Clean and balanced sound, distinctive transparent design, and capable ANC with a lightweight, modern feel.
⚠️ Fit can be subjective, and ANC and call quality don’t match premium leaders.
Realme
₹5,499
9/10
One of the best value-for-money ANC earbuds in India, delivering features usually found in much more expensive models.
✅ Excellent noise cancellation for the price, lively bass-forward sound, and very comfortable fit with long battery life.
⚠️ Companion app feels basic, and call quality and transparency mode are good but not premium-grade.
Sony
₹8,990
9/10
One of the best-balanced ANC headphones under ₹10,000, prioritizing comfort, battery life, and call quality over luxury feel.
✅ Extremely lightweight over-ear ANC headphones with excellent comfort, strong battery life, and reliable call quality.
⚠️ Plastic-heavy build and ANC performance that falls short of Sony’s flagship models.
JBL
₹7,999
8.9/10
A well-rounded premium TWS that excels in calls and everyday usability, making it a safe and dependable choice.
✅ Punchy and energetic JBL sound, very good microphone quality, reliable ANC, and a polished overall experience.
⚠️ Charging case is slightly bulky, and gaming latency is not class-leading.
Jabra
₹6,999
8.8/10
One of the best workout-focused true wireless earbuds under ₹8,000, prioritising fit, durability, and call reliability over flashy features.
✅ Exceptionally secure fit for workouts, durable sweat-proof design, and reliable call quality with balanced sound.
⚠️ Active noise cancellation is functional but clearly behind premium earbuds, and there is no wireless charging.