
Apple
AirPod Pro Series
Apple-integrated, great ANC, but fit issues & poor Windows support.

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Soundpeats pearl clip pro would be my recommendation for under $100 - less than $50 actually.
I have the Pearl Clip Pro and the Pop Clip. The Pearl is a really good clip style bud. The sound is full with decent bass and it works well for calls. The Pop is only better in that it has a physical button control and is slightly more comfortable. I recommend the Pearl.
In the US you could get the Soundcore Aerofit 2 around $80. For an open, it has good bass and is one of the better open hook style earbuds. Or look at the Earfun clip for around $50. For a clip, the Earfun Clip or the Soundpeats Pearl Clip Pro are pretty good for around or under $50. Even cheaper, the Baseus BC1 has decent bass. I own all of those so feel free to ask for more information.
I always have my Bose open ultra to fall back on and the cheapo Haylou Airfree for ‘can get wet and die’
The AeroClips. More comfortable than the Bose (but those sound a bit better). Also got the Soundpeats Pearlclips, because I found them for like $18, not bad, surprisingly good for side sleeping.
The pearlclip pro are high on my list )also coz I see them here for $20 refurb)
Does anyone know the price point of these? I got an email from SoundPeats for 35% off and says I can save $52… That seems like a pretty high amount for SoundPeats. I’ve had the TrueEngine 3 SE, Air3 Deluxe, PopClip and PearlClip Pro and will still probably get these if they’re $150 but was just curious.
The ones I have are SoundPeats as well but the Paperclip Pro model, and I feel like the sound doesn't go directly into my ear since the speakers are a bit to the side. Doesn't seem to be the case with the model you sent though, do you find them comfortable?
I got some soundpeats pearlclips for around $35 from aliexpress. Check for coupons.
The Pearlclips are comfortable. Look a bit like earrings, do not block any outdoor sound and are well reviewed for clip on under $50. Jlab Opensport are $20 at bestbuy. (Overear) Baseus BC1 openear is another clip that you can get for $20 at amazon.
yeah totally agree, open-ear’s kinda a trade-off. i use my pearlclips the same way, mostly for city walks or working at the desk. not really for audiophile moments but they keep me aware and comfy.
soundpeats pearlclip! They do look a bit bulky but they sit pretty flush. way lighter than they look.

Apple
AirPod Pro Series
Apple-integrated, great ANC, but fit issues & poor Windows support.

OnePlus
Buds 4
Budget ANC king, but no wireless charging & windy transparency fails.

Beats (Apple)
Fit Pro
Workout secure, Apple-friendly, but wing-tips tear and case feels cheap.

Anker Soundcore
Sport X20
Value workout buds, secure fit, but connectivity can be iffy.

EarFun
Air Pro 4
Budget champ with great sound/ANC, but transparency has static.

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Apple - AirPod Pro Series

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Technics - EAH-AZ100

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Beats (Apple) - Fit Pro

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ISOtunes - PRO Aware 2.0

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Apple - AirPod Pro Series

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Shokz - OpenFit Series