9 Best Earbuds Under 50: Shocking Quality For A Low Price

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Symphonized NRG 2.0

Shure SE112-GR Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver

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Shure are known for making top quality earbuds, and these are no exception. The sound and comfort do not compare to the higher priced models, but for under $50 you get great value. The sound is crisp and the bass comes through well. In terms of the comfort, they cord dangles over the ear which takes some getting used to. But other than that they come with different sized tips to make sure they fit you correctly, and really are very comfortable. The sound isolation is great - it won't block out everything, but again for the price it does a great job. This model comes with no mic, but if you want to spend a few extra dollars you can get a phone compatible version.

Symphonized NRG 2.0 Premium Genuine Wood In-ear Noise-isolating Headphones

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These beautifully designed in ear headphones are a top contender for the best earbuds under $50. They look amazing! We love the wooden housing because not only does it look so cool, it provides an acoustic effect which gives the sound a crisp clarity which you don't always get for earbuds in this price range. Attention has been given to the design, with a focus on durability. The earbuds are well built, and the cord is strong and also quite tangle resistant. The one downside of the cord is that is creates a small stethoscope effect. However, it is not that bad and you won't really notice it when listening to music. These are also very comfortable and include a mic for phone calls. Overall, a great pair of earbuds for the price.

Sennheiser MM30i Headphones

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​Best earbuds under 50 with mic

These are the ​best low price earbuds with mic control. The panel gives you full control, allowing you to change volume, skip tracks and answer or end phone calls. The comfort of these is very high. Some customers have said that these are the most comfortable earbuds they have ever worn. At the end of the day comfort is quite individual, but with the different sized tips you will definitely find a lot of comfort in these. The sound quality of these in ear headphones is also very respectable. The drawback of having the fully featured button control panel is that it adds some weight to the cord. This can be problematic during exercise when the weight combined with sweat can make the earbuds fall out quite easily.

Razer Hammerhead In Ear PC and Music Headset

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These earbuds are very popular with gamers and for the price point may just be one of the best earbuds for gaming. The build is high quality with a lightweight aluminium which feels great. The durability is high and these will fit comfortably in your ears. The bass is very good with these which can be great, but it at times overpowers the mids and highs. So if you like to listen to a variety of music that isn't always big in bass, then these might not be for you. They do not come with a mic. Overall a good pick, especially if you are into gaming.

JLAB J4 Heavy Bass Metal In-Ear Headphone

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Well what we definitely like with these earbuds is the design. They look like they could be much more expensive and in fact some customers commented that people often thought they were a high end brand because of the look. So if you care about that, these are great. In terms of sound, these provide good quality and what we really like is the tangle free flat cable. The big problem with these is that the cord and earbud are quite heavy. This can cause discomfort if you want to use them for a few hours at a time. It also becomes problematic during exercise because the weight pulls them out of the ear easily with a bit of sweat. One other major drawback is the durability. While they look rugged, quite a few customers have commented on their lack of durability. In fact in some cases they began falling apart after a few months. Despite that, we like them for the low price, cool look and great sound.

ZERO AUDIO Tenore ZH-DX200-CT Earbuds

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We like these earbuds for the sound quality and comfort. If you want bass heavy earbuds these may disappoint, they have more of a focus on balance. The result - some seriously good sound. You will really enjoy listening to music with these. They also fit in ear nice and comfortably. The big problem with these is their lack of durability. The materials seem cheap and many reviewers have complained of poor quality. 

Brainwavz Jive Noise Isolating IEM Earphones

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These earbuds finish of our list of good earbuds under 50. The benefit to these is the very low price and great design. Simple is good in this case. We love the way they look. The sound quality is great for the price, and to top these off they come with a mic and button controls. The drawback here is quality. It seems like you get what you pay for with many customers commenting on the poor durability. However given the very good price, they are easily replaceable.