{
  "id": 12112044,
  "title": "The 10 best wireless earbuds weve ever tested",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/the-10-best-wireless-earbuds-weve-ever-tested",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-05T09:00:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/roundup/best-wireless-earbuds-hands-on-tested-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "From $10 to $1,000, the cost of wireless earbuds varies greatly, depending on their purpose. Active noise cancellation (ANC) can easily set you back $300. Hyperspecialized models cater to specific needs, such as sleep earbuds, bone-conduction earbuds, and open earbuds for transparency. Among the top picks for earbuds are the Sony WF-1000XM6, Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Panasonic Technics AZ100s, all delivering exceptional sound quality and ANC. These models will set you back $299 to $329.\n\nFor those seeking more budget-friendly options, there are wireless earbuds under $100 that still offer excellent performance. However, spending over $300 on a pair of earbuds may seem like a significant investment. In addition to the top-rated wireless earbuds, the guide now includes sleep earbuds and bone-conduction earbuds for working out. The Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Special is highlighted as the best sleep earbuds for most people.\n\nThe Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds have been added as the top pick for the best overall earbud, replacing the WF-1000XM5. Bose recently unveiled two new open earbuds, the Ultra Open (2nd gen) and Sport Open, which will be tested to determine their performance compared to other earbuds on the list.",
  "summary": "Mashable tested the best wireless, in-ear, open, and noise-cancelling earbuds at every price point. See how Apple AirPods, Sony XM6, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 earbuds and more compare.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sony WF-1000XM6 tops list with $299-$329 price range",
    "Bose QuietComfort Ultra and Panasonic Technics AZ100s also ranked",
    "Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Special best sleep earbuds"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}