Don’t gift earbuds or headphones ‘til you read this! My job is testing audio – these are 6 best cheap buys for 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…until you’re tasked with purchasing headphones or headphones for a music lover, in which case it can almost immediately become the most stressful.
But I can help! Each of the products in this mini roundup is a) tested and approved by TechRadar, b) has visual style and is something you’d be happy to give or receive on your big day, and c) costs no more than $80.
That said, JLab is a close second, and I love the cozy design, comfort, and color options of the JLab JBuds Lux ANC (which, perhaps confusingly, are actually over-ear headphones). And then there are the cheap and the cheerful JLab Go PodsANCwhich are the most affordable item on this list – but they’re still more than satisfactory as a solid listen for the money.
Last on my list are the unusual but sonically gifted OneOdio Focus A6which look like an absolute bargain – that is, they look a lot more expensive than they are.
Which one should you buy? My advice is to do a little research; find out if they prefer headphones or wireless earphones as a starting point and you’ll be on the right track. Good luck – and don’t forget to treat yourself this holiday season too!
My selection of the 6 best last minute cheap headphones and earphones for gifts
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