Sweat harder with these true wireless earbuds
Sweatproof earbuds are essential, especially when you're working out. Typically, an IPX4 rating (sweat and splash-proof) is fine for most types of workouts, but some wireless earbuds take it a step further by trying to isolate any water from entering your earbuds. We've gathered a list of the best sweatproof true wireless earbuds out there.
Best overallSamsung Galaxy Buds Pro
Staff Pick
Samsung tried to address many things with the Galaxy Buds Pro, not least of which was their durability. By moving them up all the way to an IPX7 rating, these earbuds have the kind of ruggedness that makes any activity easier to handle. Not quite for swimming, mind you, but when it's time for a long run or hard workout, these earbuds will keep on playing.
$180 at Amazon $180 at Best Buy $180 at B&H
Runner upJabra Elite Active 75t
Take everything great about the Jabra Elite 75t and tack on even better water and dust resistance, with an IP57 rating, and you get the Elite Active 75t. These earbuds can withstand most types of workouts (sans swimming or submersion in water). Pair that with excellent comfort, long battery life, and great customizability through Jabra's smartphone app, and the Elite Active 75t are tough the beat.
$190 at Amazon $180 at Best Buy
Rugged soundJaybird Vista
The IPX7 water-resistance already puts the Jaybird Vista in a solid position on this list, but what makes them even better is the booming sound and audio customization available. The Jaybird app has a host of different equalizer presets, many of which were created by other Vista wearers. You got tunes the way you like them, plus comfort and decent battery life. Not a bad combination at all.
Long battery lifePowerbeats Pro
While they're admittedly not the greatest on Android, it's no denying that the Powerbeats Pro feature some of the longest battery life for a set of true wireless earbuds with up to 9 hours before needing to recharge. If you need long battery life with IPX4 water resistance, the Powerbeats Pro are an easy choice. Its biggest downsides are that the case is massive and the lack of customizability on Android.
$250 at Amazon $200 at Best Buy $200 at B&H
Incredible valueAnker Soundcore Liberty Neo
At its price, the Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo offers IPX7 water resistance, which means you can do almost any sort of workout with them. The earbuds get you 5 hours of juice on a single charge, and the included charging case nets you an additional 15 hours. The Liberty Neo are super small, light, and portable, making them perfect for those on a budget.
Fantastic soundMaster & Dynamic MW07 Go
If you're looking for the best sound quality and are willing to fork over the cash for it, the Master & Dynamic MW07 Go should be on your radar. They offer some of the best sound for true wireless earbuds while also simultaneously offering IPX6 water resistance and long battery life with up to 10 hours on a charge. The included charging case also nets you an additional 30 hours of juice.
$199 at Amazon $200 at Best Buy
Super versatileJabra Elite 75t
While the Elite 75t from Jabra are only IP55 rated, that's still good for most light and moderate workouts. They're also among the few earbuds on our list that are dust resistant. The Elite 75t by far offers the most customizability of anything on our list, allowing you to customize things such as the sound signature via EQ and a useful find my earbuds feature if you lose them.
$150 at Amazon $150 at Best Buy
Around the earsJLab Epic Air Sport ANC
With ear hooks firmly in place, the JLab Epic Air Sport ANC keep comfort and stability in mind when you're getting active. Not to mention that you get plenty of different ear tips, including a foam pair, to find the perfect fit. With a good sound signature, plus a decent app to customize the audio further to your liking, there's a package of goods here worth the asking price.
$99 at Amazon $100 at Best Buy
Earbuds and a speakerPhiaton Bolt BT 700
If you've ever wanted true wireless earbuds that were great for working out but also doubled as a mini speaker, the Bolt BT 700 from Phiaton may be right for you. The speaker won't blow your mind as it's integrated into the case, but given the size, it's a decent ultra-portable speaker.
Time to break a sweat ...True wireless earbuds continue to evolve as a headphone category, which is why you see different types catering to different customers. For those who like to work out, it's best to find a pair that has a decent level of water resistance. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are currently the best combination of battery life, comfort, and sound quality. They're IPX7 dust and water-resistant, which is more than enough for most workouts.
Just the same, the Jabra Elite Active 75t are an excellent alternative, given how well they fit and the solid combination of features and performance they offer. The IP57 rating isn't as rugged, but you can still get sweaty wearing these and not miss a rep. Unless you plan on running a marathon in a tropical storm, the Elite Active 75t should survive.