Which are the best wireless earbuds in Singapore?
Looking for the best earbuds in Singapore? This really boils down to your personal preferences and needs.
Do you need earbuds for working out or running, or for everyday use at the office or at home?
Are you using your earbuds to listen to music, or are they simply for blocking out distracting sounds?
In this article, we'll walk you through what to keep in mind when buying wireless earbuds, and share our recommendations for the best earbuds in Singapore.
Read on to find out more!
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Popular earbud brands in Singapore
Popular earbud brands in Singapore include Apple, Sony, JBL, Xiaomi, Marshall and Bose.
Here's what each brand is known for:
Apple earphones (aka AirPods):
Known for: High quality audio, sleek design, and seamless integration with Apple devices
Special features: Active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wireless charging case, and Siri voice control
Sony earphones:
Known for: High quality audio, noise cancellation technology, and durable build quality
Special features: Adaptive noise cancellation, touch controls, and voice assistant support
JBL earphones:
Known for: High quality audio, durable build quality, and a wide range of earbud options for different budgets
Special features: Ambient aware mode, water-resistant design, and touch controls
Xiaomi earphones:
Known for: Affordable earbuds with advanced features, including active noise cancellation and long battery life
Special features: ANC technology, wireless charging, touch controls, and a compact design
Marshall earphones:
Known for: High quality audio, retro-inspired design, and durable build quality
Special features: EQ presets, touch controls, and a secure fit
Bose earphones:
Known for: High quality audio, noise cancellation technology, and comfortable fit
Special features: Active noise cancellation, transparency mode, touch controls, and voice assistant support
Best wireless earbuds in Singapore
Best earbuds for working
If you want to use your earbuds primarily for work, go for noise cancelling earbuds – these will help you block out external distractions, and focus on your work.
One of the best noise cancelling earbuds in the market is the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. This has noise-cancelling properties of 35 decibels (which is higher than other brands’ 25-32 db).
The Galaxy Buds2 Pro also has a remarkably long wireless range of 75 metres (compared to other brands’ 10-12 metres.)
Best value earbuds
JBL Tune 230NC True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
For the best value earbuds, we recommend the JBL Tune 230NC.
These aren’t geared towards any one specific usage, but they’re consistently good across all categories.
And best of all, the price tag is really reasonable – this is currently retailing at less than 50% of what Airpods cost.
Best earbuds for easy and lightweight carry
JLab JBuds Mini True Wireless Earbuds
If you want something portable and easy to carry around, you should get the JBuds Mini.
Tiny earbuds like these are perfect – they weigh just 3.14 grams!
This JBuds Mini also comes in a variety of fun colours like Sage Grey, Mint and Pink.
Though these earbuds may be tiny, they sure are mighty and pack a lot more features than their size might suggest.
For example, they offer up to 14.5 hours of battery life, which is significantly higher than most earbuds on the market.
What’s more, charging the JBuds for just 15 minutes gets you an additional hour of battery life!
It also offers a quality noise-cancelling microphone for clear calls and the ability to connect to multiple devices at once via Bluetooth.
Plus, you can personalise your audio experience with the JLab app with options like:
Be Aware (able to toggle transparency mode)
Equalizer (choose from 3 existing presets or Custom Mode)
Music/Movie modes (varied audio settings for different purposes)
Touch Controls (choose how you want to control your music – either with a tap, long press or more)
Safe Hearing (allows you to set volume limits)
Best earbuds for multi-use functionality
The Google Pixel Buds Pro is one of the best earbuds when it comes to functionality.
You can use it to ask Google for directions, respond to a text, control your music, or even translate languages – all hands-free!
The Pixel Buds Pro also has a bunch of super cool functions such as eartip seal checks and “Find my device” reminders.
What are eartip seal checks?
Your Pixel Buds Pro purchase includes three eartip sizes, and there’s a feature in the Pixel Buds app that will help you determine the best fit for you.
As for the “Find my device” reminders, you can click on “Find my device” in the app and ring either earbud (the left or right one), which is useful if you’re always misplacing them.
PS: This also works the other way around – you can use your earbuds to ring and find your phone as well!
How much do earbuds cost in Singapore?
The cost of earbuds in Singapore varies according to a few factors, such as the brand, model, and features.
Generally, prices range from around $30 to $500 or more.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
If you’re looking for cheap earbuds, you can find cheap options on eCommerce platforms like Shopee – some of these can cost less than $10 when they’re on sale 😲
Most of these headphones are either brandless, or from Chinese brands such as Vitog, Aukey, Baseus, Awei.
As you might expect, these won’t have the same level of quality and durability as more established brands like Apple, Sony and Bose.
On top of that, you may experience issues with pairing, connectivity and fit.
Looking at reviews online, some customers who have bought earbuds from cheaper Chinese brands say that:
Their earbuds can’t pair properly (only one side manages to pair)
Audio quality is poor, with audio breaking off regularly
The earbuds generate static feedback
There are problems with charging – even when fully charged, the battery only shows 30% remaining
With this in mind, here’s our take:
Only go for these cheaper brands if you’re looking for a basic pair of earbuds, and you’re prepared for a lower quality product.
For example, if you’re buying a pair of backup earphones, or you simply want to buy a cheap pair of earphones so that you can bring it along when you go travelling – these might work for you.
But if you’re looking for something higher quality and more durable, we recommend going with the more established brands instead.
A final word on the best earbuds in Singapore
You probably already know this - a high quality pair of earphones can improve your listening experience, and make it that much better.
PS: Want to make your earbuds purchase more affordable?
With Singtel PayLater, you can pay for your appliances & devices in instalments of between 12 to 36 months.
Go ahead and browse wireless earbuds on Singtel - enjoy!
