Earbuds & Headphones
Curated shortlist based on real ANC quality, battery, and sound — no paid rankings.
Last updated: April 2026
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.
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.
OnePlus
₹3,190
8.4/10
A solid all-rounder TWS that balances bass, battery, and features well in the sub-₹3,000 segment.
✅ Punchy bass-heavy sound, reliable ANC at this price, strong battery life, and low-latency performance for casual gaming.
⚠️ Fit may loosen during intense workouts, and ANC and mic quality are good but not class-leading.
Sony
₹4,490
8.4/10
One of the best battery-focused budget on-ear headphones, prioritising comfort and convenience over advanced noise control.
✅ Extremely lightweight on-ear headphones with outstanding battery life, reliable multipoint connectivity, and a clean Sony sound signature.
⚠️ No active noise cancellation, and passive isolation is limited due to the light on-ear seal.
Audio-Technica
₹3,999
8.2/10
A comfort-focused, sound-balanced budget on-ear headphone that delivers reliable everyday performance without unnecessary frills.
✅ Lightweight and comfortable on-ear headphones with a relatively neutral tuning and strong value-for-money pricing.
⚠️ No active noise cancellation and a very basic, utilitarian build.
Samsung
₹5,999
8.2/10
A refined, good-sounding on-ear headphone that prioritizes tuning and comfort over flashy features.
✅ Clean, balanced AKG sound with good comfort, smart auto-pause feature, and respectable battery life.
⚠️ No ANC and inconsistent availability in the Indian market.
JBL
₹2,799
8.1/10
A solid budget on-ear headphone that prioritises bass and affordability over comfort and noise isolation.
✅ Bass-heavy JBL tuning, foldable and lightweight design, and excellent value for money at a budget price.
⚠️ No active noise cancellation and clamp pressure can feel firm during long listening sessions.