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Wireless earbuds have better battery life and sound quality than ever. Here are our top picks for the best wireless earbuds to keep those tunes and podcasts pumping on your ride.

Wireless earbuds have better battery life, better sound quality, and are more affordable than ever. Listening to music or a podcast on a long ride or training session can be a huge morale boost, and while we love noise canceling and sound quality, it’s important for cyclists to remain aware of their surroundings. For this roundup, we picked a variety of earbuds that do everything from completely cancel out surrounding noise to ones that allow you to remain keenly aware of what’s going on around you. That means there’s an option for everyone, from road bikers riding in traffic to people using these for long training rides on a stationary bike.

We’ve listed a few different styles here: true earbuds, earbuds with an ear hook, and a wrap-around style. True earbuds are the most portable. These can come with a stem, and some are even smaller, simply sitting right inside your ear. Earbuds with an ear hook are more secure for physical activity, as the ear hook helps keep them from bouncing out of your ear. Wireless earbuds with a neckband are the least likely to get lost, though they aren’t as compact as the other two options.

Cyclists have to stay aware of their surroundings, which means noise cancellation isn’t the only consideration, and ambient mode is often better for riding. Many cyclists choose to ride in ambient mode, which allows them to hear outside noise, such as pedestrians and traffic. We recommend looking for a pair of earbuds that can take you from a stationary ride (noise cancellation please!) to outdoor riding (for which ambient mode may be better) with the same pair.

Most earbuds offer between 6 and 10 hours of battery life per charge, but keep in mind this is optimized after full charging, and the battery capacity can decrease after months of use. However, a full charge will last for all but the most extended rides, and earbuds that come with a charging case have up to three additional charges. If you’re hitting the road and won’t have access to charging, look for a case that has more than 24 hours total charging capacity, and earbuds that last more than 8 hours per charge for the best bang for your buck.

To choose the best wireless earbuds for cyclists, we looked at a variety of categories, features, and price points. We considered safety precautions when it comes to listening to music while riding—in traffic or not—and what the options mean for cyclists compared to other users. We chose a variety of earbuds optimized for movement, which means they are as stable as possible. We also looked at battery life for long rides, charging capabilities, and different styles for working out or long solo rides. These earbuds have either been tested by our team, or have vetted reviews and on-the-ground experience from athletes and cyclists of all types.

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These super comfortable earbuds fit easily in your ears, and offer up to 8 hours of listening time between charges. The compact case charges these three times for a total of 24 hours of listening time before the case needs to be charged. These have a well-balanced combination of noise canceling functionality and sound quality, plus customizable on-ear commands for music and calls. They pair easily with Apple and Android devices, and we love the cherry-red color option.

The impressive battery life of both the earbuds and case, their sound quality, and on-ear commands make these Soundcore buds a great go-to option for just about anybody. The fact that they’re under $50 is even more incredible.

These earbuds come with three sizes of soft rubber eartips and earwings, so the fit is incredibly secure, which helps eliminate outside noise. You can pause, rewind, and skip songs using on-ear commands, and the earbuds last 8 hours on a charge, with a full charge on the case providing up to 32 hours of listening time. The sound quality is well balanced, and the case and earbuds charge faster than many others on this list.

Between the stable fit, quality of voice calls, and sleek design, the futuristic Edifier NeoBuds are our go-to earbuds for rides, runs, and general use. The best part about these for cyclists, however, is how easy it is to switch between superior noise cancellation and ambient mode. With just a tap on the earbud, you can go from one mode to the other, which we love for rides that take you from rural settings to city traffic and back.

Both modes are equally well done, with isolating noise cancellation that blocks out everything around you to a well-balanced ambient mode that keeps you aware of your surroundings without losing your music. The case holds a good amount of charge, but the earbuds themselves tend to lose some battery capacity after a while.

While bulkier than others on this list, these JLab Go Air Sport earbuds provide a bounce-free fit and stable in-ear design. These earbuds are incredibly well-priced, considering their battery life, design, and call options.

Reviewers say these aren't ideal for noise cancellation, however—but this does tend to work well for cyclists riding in traffic, as it can keep you more aware of your surroundings than you would be with complete noise cancellation. Additionally, we’re big fans of the all-in-one design, which includes a convenient charging cable that comes attached to the case.

These sleek earbuds prioritize style and craftsmanship, making them ideal for people looking to avoid the athletic look. These have excellent sound quality and you can adjust the level of noise cancellation and ambient sound via an app, which we love for the safety aspect of riding in traffic. The battery life is top-notch, with 12 hours on each charge, and a total of 42 hours on a fully charged case. We’d love to see wireless charging on future models, which seems like a reasonable request, given the hefty price tag.

The AirPods Pro are packed with more features than other AirPod options, but one of our favorite aspects is the tighter fit and better noise cancellation options. While you can still choose more ambient sound (safer for cycling), this model fits more snugly in your ear and has less chance of bouncing out during a workout. These are highly water-resistant, and the charging case is now compatible with MagSafe chargers.

The sound quality is better than previous models, but like other AirPod models, the battery life just doesn’t hold up to other earbuds. The case loses a charge without being used at a much faster rate than others on this list, and the 4.5 hours of battery life on one charge is subpar.

The Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great pick for cyclists looking for headphones that still let you stay keenly aware of your surroundings. These headphones actually transfer sound through your cheekbones, which lets you maintain a higher level of awareness since your ears are more open than they would be with traditional earbuds.

That said, you’re sacrificing the sound quality and nuance of earbuds that focus on sound balance and noise cancellation, but if you want music and awareness, this is a solid option. We love the quick-charge mode, which allows 90 minutes of playback after just a few minutes of charging—perfect for when you forgot to charge them fully before your ride.

The Bose SoundSport Earbuds have an incredible level of noise cancellation, allowing for a deep, resonant quality that lets you truly hear your music. We love the sweatproof design, the secure fit, and the impressive sound quality. They have a long Bluetooth range for when you leave your phone at a different station in the gym, and do an incredible job canceling pretty much everything going on around you.

For this reason, we hesitate to recommend them for outdoor rides in traffic, but they can’t be beat for winter training indoors, and the neckband and clip mean you can pull them on and off without worrying about losing a tiny bud.

These Powerbeats Pro will get you through your long rides, with 9 hours of battery life and superior comfort and stability. The sound quality is superb, with a rich, nuanced sound from the multiple speakers. The ear hook is comfortable to wear with a helmet, and while the earbuds aren’t totally waterproof, they will resist sweat and will be fine in a moderate rain shower.

These lose some of their noise-cancelling properties when you get super sweaty, but we also don’t mind leaving these a little bit looser to keep better awareness of our surroundings.