Over the last few years, the wireless earbuds market has grown tremendously in India. Features like spatial audio, multi-point connection, and Active Noise Cancellation, which were previously associated with premium products, are now available with budget offerings. If you travel frequently, you should certainly look into a TWS product with good ANC chops. This can help you relax during your commute by filtering the surrounding noise. So, let’s take a look at the best wireless earbuds with ANC under Rs 10,000 in India right now.
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OnePlus Buds 3
Launched alongside the OnePlus 12, the OnePlus Buds 3 pack a lot of exciting features at a very reasonable price. Delivering the sonic output on these earbuds are dual dynamic drivers. These drivers comprise a 10.4mm woofer and a 6mm tweeter. The TWS supports LHDC 2.0 codec and HiRes audio. As far as ANC goes, the Buds 3 TWS can cancel up to 49dB of surrounding noise within a range of 4000Hz. Through adaptive noise cancellation, the earbuds map the shape of your ear canals and keep the music flowing while cancelling out the external noise. We reviewed the OnePlus Buds 3 as soon as they launched and were very impressed with the quality of ANC they possessed.
Pros
- Premium Design
- Affordable pricing
- Fast Charging
Cons
- Average battery life
Buy OnePlus Buds 3 for Rs 5,499
Nothing Ear (a)
An affordable alternative to the Nothing Ear, the Ear (a) offers a good soundstage and even better ANC. Its case and earbud stem follow Nothing’s signature see-through design language. The upper panel of the earbud brings a splash of colour to the TWS. The Nothing Ear (a) flaunts an 11mm driver which delivers a thumping audio output. The earbuds can cancel up to 45dB of surrounding noise. This means you can put on these earbuds to neutralise the sound of the ceiling fan, AC, and the general humdrum in your room. Check out our review of the TWS.
Pros
- Unique and User-Friendly Design
- App Support
- Pinch Control
Cons
- Lack Wireless Charging
- Bit Pricey
Buy Nothing Ear (a) for Rs 6,499
Sony CF-700N
Sony’s best TWS offering under Rs 10,000 is the CF-700N. These earbuds have a unique stemless design. If you’re not a fan of accidentally triggering the touch controls on wireless earbuds, you will like CF-700N’s physical controls. The Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) and the dynamic drivers on these earbuds create a rich soundstage for the listener. The Active Noise Cancellation skills of this TWS are pretty good. You can neutralise the ambient noises in your home and traffic noises when you’re outside. Read our review of the Sony CF-700N here.
Pros
- Small and compact
- Sturdy
- Excellent sound quality
Cons
- Average battery life
LG Tone Free Fit (TF7)
The LG Tone Free Fit TWS sports an aesthetically pleasing dual-tone colour scheme for the charging case and the earbuds. One of the unique things about this TWS is that its charging case makes use of UV lights to disinfect the earbuds when they are resting in their cutouts. The earbuds fit nicely inside the ear and use the fish hooks to secure the fit. They are rated IP67 for dust and water resistance so you don’t have to worry about wearing them in the rain or during sweaty workouts. The 6mm drivers on these earbuds produce a bass-heavy sound. Each earbud has Headphone Spatial Processing built into it, which further improves its soundstage. The ANC on this TWS is able to neutralise the surrounding noise. There are two helpful modes for the ANC – Listening Mode to be more aware of your surroundings and Conversation Mode to hear the voices of the people around you.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent sound quality
Cons
- Lid is tight
Buy LG Tone Free Fit for Rs 2,989
CMF Buds Pro
Nothing’s affordable subsidiary brand CMF has a few interesting TWS products in its portfolio. Last year’s CMF Buds Pro still hold up well. The unique hockey puck design of the charging case looks great and its compactness is a huge attribute. The earbuds follow the traditional in-ear design and make use of a dynamic bass boost driver. These earbuds can be controlled through the Nothing X app. This is where you get the option to toggle the Active Noise Cancellation mode. The Buds Pro can cancel up to 45dB of surrounding noise. At this price range, this is a pretty nifty feature. Read our review of the CMF Buds Pro to know more.
Pros
- Incredibly lightweight
- Minimal design
- Good audio output
Cons
- Charging case is prone to scratches
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro
The newly launched OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro are one of the best wireless ANC earbuds you can buy under Rs 10,000. The charging case of this TWS sports a two-tone finish. Its lid is glossy while the lower body has a stone-matte finish. The 12.4mm titanium drivers on the earbuds produce a rich output which flaunts a good mix of frequencies. The earbuds can cancel up to 49dB of surrounding noise with their ANC chops. Users get the option to choose among three ANC levels – Mild (15 dB), Moderate (25 dB), and Max (49 dB). Read our review of the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro here.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Good vocals, bass and instrument separation
Cons
- Tuned for Bass
- Feel uncomfortable when worn for a long duration
Buy OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro for Rs 3,299
Boult Z40 Ultra
The Boult Z40 Ultra is priced moderately and offers a bunch of interesting features that are hard to find in this segment. It uses BoomX-enabled 10mm drivers to produce a punchy audio output. This output can be customised using 3EQ modes- HIFI, Rock, and Bass. It can drop its latency rate down to 45ms for ultra-smooth gaming. Talking about noise cancellation, the Z40 Ultra can nullify up to 32dB of surrounding sounds. The TWS can also connect to two devices at once. Boult claims a battery life of up to 100 hours on the Z40 Ultra on a full charge. Read our Boult Z40 Ultra review to learn more about the TWS.
Pros
- Reasonably priced
- Excellent audio quality
- Good for gaming
Cons
- No app support
Buy Boult Z40 Ultra for Rs 1,999
Poco Buds X1
We recently reviewed the Poco Buds X1 and found them to be one of the best pairs of wireless ANC earbuds priced under Rs 10,000. The TWS is equipped with 12.4mm dynamic titanium drivers and is rated IP54 for dust and water resistance. The earbuds are compatible with SBC and AAC audio codecs. There’s support for Bluetooth 5.3 as well. The Buds X1 can nullify up to 40dB of surrounding noise through hybrid ANC. The companion app for this TWS lets you tap into the Transparency Mode. You can get up to 365 hours of playtime from the buds and the charging case.
Pros
- Affordable
- Excellent ANC
- Fast charging
Cons
- Lacks dual connectivity
- There is no dedicated low-latency mode
Redmi Buds 5A
The Redmi Buds 5A are one of the most affordable wireless earbuds or TWS to come with ANC. These earbuds produce a good audio output and can cancel up to 25dB of surrounding noise. At this price, this is a solid deal. The portability and fit of the Bud 5A do not present any issues either. The earbuds are rated IPX4 for dust and water resistance, making them ideal for listening to music while working out. The TWS supports Google Fast Pair and Bluetooth 5.4. Read more about it in our review of the TWS.
Pros
- Compact design
- Comfortable fit
- Affordable
Cons
- Audio output suffers distortion at a high volume
Buy Redmi Buds 5A for Rs 1,499
Truke Buds A1
The ultra-affordable Truke Buds A1 bring ANC chops to the sub-Rs 1,000 price segment. These earbuds rock a clean design, good build quality, and a comfortable fit. The sound profile of the TWS is warm and focussed on the low end frequencies, which is hardly a surprise for this price bracket. The overall output is enjoyable if you’re a bass lover. There’s a convenient 50ms low latency mode onboard as well. The TWS can suppress up to 30dB of surrounding noise. We reviewed the Truke Buds A1 soon after they were released and were impressed by its ANC skills at this price range.
Pros
- Sturdy build
- Simple design
- Good audio performance
Cons
- No app support
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Conclusion
These are the best wireless earbuds with ANC under Rs 10,000 in India right now. If you don’t mind increasing your budget, we’d recommend looking at midrange offerings from Sony, Nothing, and JBL. Which TWS in this list stands out to you? Let us know in the comments!
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