Top 10 wireless earbuds of 2018

Music is an integral part of everyday life. It helps to brighten up the time on the trip to and from work, sets up a positive mood or just sounds background noise during work.

Of course, if you don't want to disturb others by listening, you need good headphones. Having studied the suitable options on Yandex.Market, we have compiled the top 10 best wireless headphones with a microphone at a price of up to 15 thousand rubles. All models on the list are full size.

Each model has been selected based on user feedback and its combination of comfort, sound quality and active noise cancellation. Let's be honest: Audio is just one part of the equation when it comes to long listening sessions.

List is out of date, read the current 2019 wireless headphone rating.

10. Beats Studio 3 Wireless

Price from 13 900 rubles.

Beats headphones are generally criticized for two key things: overwhelming bass and the brand name premium. However, the Studio 3 has a much more balanced overall sound than its predecessors. The powerful bass is still there, but it doesn't overlap the mids and highs. As a result, the user gets clear and high quality sound.

Pros:

• The Studio3 headphones are powered by the Apple W1 processor for ultra-fast pairing - the same Bluetooth module found in AirPods, Beats X and Powerbeats3 earbuds.
• There is a fast charging mode that only takes 10 minutes and gives you three hours of music enjoyment.
• If you're an iPhone and Mac user, you can enjoy seamless switching between your phone and laptop thanks to iCloud.
• The soft ear cushions will not compress your ears, even after several hours of wearing the headphones.

Minuses:

• The ear cushions, although soft, are small. And for those who wear glasses, headphones can crush.
• With active noise canceling on, a slight hiss is heard in silence.
• There is still an overpayment for the brand.

9. Creative Aurvana Platinum

They cost from 12 660 rubles.

Sometimes you want headphones to look as good as they sound. If that's what you want, check out Aurvana Platinum. These quality wireless headphones have a silver plastic headband and copper-colored leather ear pads. The retractable headbands are made of metal and painted in black lacquer. The headband has an insert made of the same brown leather as the ear pads. The headphones, weighing about 332 grams, do not put pressure on the head and at the same time hold on to it tightly.

Pros:

• The beauty of Aurvana Platinum is more than just leather. The headphones support working with two smartphones or other gadgets at once.
• Thanks to HD Voice audio technology and four microphones, the sound quality "round trip" when talking is beyond praise.
• There is NFC support. This makes it easy to connect to Android smartphones or tablets.
• If necessary, you can use headphones in wired mode, for this there is an audio cable included.
• The noise canceling system of this model is one of the best wireless headphones on the market. This is noted by almost all users in their reviews.

Minuses:

• Despite the high price of the headphones, the manufacturer was greedy, and instead of metal for the headband used fragile and not very reliable plastic. As a result, it creaks and can easily burst.
• The control buttons are small and hard to find on the right earcup. Best controlled from a smartphone.

8. Creative Aurvana Gold 4.0

The cost starts from 11 350 rubles.

This model differs from the ninth number of a selection of the best wireless headphones with a microphone in 2018:

• reduced number of microphones (2 versus 4);
• reduced weight (292 g);
• lower price;
• in a darker color.

However, NFC support is still present. All the positive and negative qualities inherent in Aurvana Platinum "migrated" to Aurvana Gold.

7. Tronsmart Encore S6 5.0

You can buy it for 4,208 rubles.

These are the cheapest full-size wireless headphones in our top 10. Despite the low cost, you get a mix of well-balanced sound and active noise cancellation.

Pros:

• They have a built-in rechargeable battery, so you don't have to worry about changing the battery.
• Foldable design fits comfortably in a small bag or large pocket.
• They can be connected to a computer using an audio cable.
• With prolonged use, the ears do not get tired.

Minuses:

• The Encore S6 5.0 doesn't look quite as chic as some of the more expensive options.
• The microphone does not work with a wired connection to the computer.

6. Koss BT540i 4.5

Can be purchased for 11,860 rubles.

The fact that Koss earbuds did not "get" in comfort, it makes up for in sound quality in general. However, wearing comfort also plays an important role when deciding whether to buy wireless headphones. This is why the BT540i 4.5 is ranked sixth in the Best Wireless Headsets of 2018.

Pros:

• They work great both through a removable audio cable and via Bluetooth.
• They have NFC support.
• Powerful bass.
• They hold a charge for a long time.
• Durable, well-made case.

Minuses:

• Many users complain that the ear pads put pressure on their ears when using the headphones for 2-3 hours.
• You cannot use the microphone when the headphones are wired to the computer.
• Short wire (1.4 meters).

5. Beats Solo2 Wireless

Offered for 12,599 rubles.

Some of the most beautiful wireless earbuds of 2018. Combining their stylish design with light weight (205g) and clear, loud sound with near-perfect bass quality, it becomes clear why this model is so popular.

Pros:

• There is support for iPhone.
• Convenient foldable design.
• Sit comfortably and firmly on the head.
• Can be connected via audio cable.
• Juicy barefoot and pleasant high frequencies.

Minuses:

• Not made for Russian frosts. They turn off after 20-30 minutes if it is below 10 degrees Celsius outside.
• Over time, the leatherette on the ear pads comes off. This happens after about six months or a year with intensive use.
• Very easily soiled.

4. Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sold in stores for 10 626 rubles and above.

Long battery life (up to 25 hours), foldable design, minimalistic yet pleasing to the eye make these wireless earbuds a good choice. Here is a list of their main strengths.

Pros:

• There is NFC support.
• Good build quality.
• Light weight (238 g).
• Can be connected via wire.
• Effective noise reduction.

Minuses:

• Most of the users' complaints are related to the very capricious open-air Bluetooth communication. On the premises, communication is excellent.
• When you turn on noise canceling, the bass is lost.

3. Philips SHB9850NC 4.0

The minimum price is 7,199 rubles.

If it's a matter of principle for you that the best wireless headphones have NFC support and at the same time do not cost as much best camera phone of the yearthen Philips SHB9850NC 4.0 is the perfect candidate to buy. They not only have a juicy, clear sound, but also look like a premium product.

Pros:

• Weigh only 230 g.
• Have a Multipoint function. This means that the headset can be connected to multiple Bluetooth devices at the same time.
• Displays the charge level on the smartphone screen (this option depends on the smartphone model).
• Active noise cancellation works very well.

Minuses:

• Touch control works poorly.
• Fragile structure, plastic can easily crack.

2. Plantronics BackBeat PRO

The minimum cost is 11,990 rubles.

Comfortable, foldable headphones with superior passive and active noise isolation.Whether in a noisy office or on a crowded street, nothing will distract you from listening to your favorite track.

The BackBeat PRO model allows listening to music while charging the headphones and has a wired connection.

Pros:

• Nice velvety bass.
• Large headroom.
• There is Multipoint.
• There is NFC.
• There is support for iPhone.
• Very long running time. If you do not listen to music all day, you can forget about charging the headphones for 2-3 days, or even longer.

Minuses:

• Heavy - 340 gr.
• Not very sensitive and loud microphone.

1. Sony MDR-ZX770BN 4.5

Costs from 9 088 rubles.

Sony produces not only some of the best smartphones in the worldbut also the best wireless headsets in the mid-range. Excellent noise cancellation system, good ergonomics and at the same time clear, rich sound - all this is in the MDR-ZX770BN 4.5.

Pros:

• The earbuds can play music continuously for 13 hours and charge in 2.5 hours.
• Supports NFC.
• They sit very comfortably on the head. Weigh only 245 grams.
• Convenient mechanical control.
• There is a wired connection.
• There is a battery indicator.
• Bass, midrange and treble are equally good.

Minuses:

• This model looks rather inconspicuous.
• In the cold, the sound sometimes stutters.
• The body creaks.

Summing up

We will split the prize for the best value for money between Sony MDR-ZX770BN 4.5, Tronsmart Encore S6 5.0 and Philips SHB9850NC 4.0.

For wireless headphones with the best active noise canceling, we recommend Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC, Plantronics BackBeat PRO, Koss BT540i 4.5, Philips SHB9850NC 4.0, Creative Aurvana Platinum or Creative Aurvana Gold 4.0.

Looking for beautiful yet functional wireless headphones? Opt for Creative Aurvana Platinum, Creative Aurvana Gold 4.0 or Beats Solo2 Wireless.

Need more bass and more bass? Then you can shop for Beats Solo2 Wireless, Beats Studio 3 Wireless, or Plantronics BackBeat PRO.