The wearable audio equipment industry has seen a lot of changes in the past decade. From bulky over-the-ear headphones to wireless earphones, the change has been substantial. One such major revolutionary introduction in audio technology is truly wireless (TWS) earbuds.
Like every other technology, when Truly Wireless Earphones were introduced in the market, they were very expensive. But as soon as brands like Xiaomi, Realme, Oneplus jumped into the TWS earphones market, the market got flooded with options. And as options have increased, the confusion of choosing the best product has substantially mounted up as well.
No worries, we have got you covered! We’ll help you choose the best option available according to your needs but before diving directly into the list of best earbuds under 3000, let’s check the factors which are important while making the buying choice.
Factors to consider while choosing the best earbuds under 3000 (Shopping Guide)
There are plenty of choices when it comes to choosing a pair of TWS earphones. Let’s take a look at the factors which you should consider while choosing the best pair of TWS for you :
- Design: TWS earbuds nowadays come in a variety of shapes and sizes. You should select earbuds based on the purpose of their purchase and the size of your ears.
- Connectivity: The Bluetooth connectivity on TWS should be good enough that it doesn’t just disconnect abruptly while being used and you should check whether it works on the latest Bluetooth technology or not.
- Dust & Water Resistance: You should check for dust and water resistance if you’re planning to buy it for workouts and day-to-day basic usage.
- Pricing: While choosing the Best Pair of TWS earphones, you should select the best value for money products according to your needs.
- Customer Reviews: You should check for customer reviews and ratings before making any purchase.
That’s all for the factors which should be considered before making the purchase. Now, Let’s take a look at the list of best earbuds under 3000 which are available in the market,
List of Best Earbuds under 3000 [TWS] (Best Reviews)
1. Oneplus Buds Z
Features
- More Boom for your bass. Each earbud incorporates an advanced 10mm dynamic driver, delivering deep bass definition. Feel enhanced depth and detail with every beat. Driver sensitivity : '97 dB ± 3dB @ 1 KHz
- Transform your audio. Elevate your sound with Dynamic 3D stereo with Dolby Atmos and panoramic sound fidelity using the latest Dirac Audio Tuner digital technology.
- A full charge provides class-leading 20 hours of battery life - 5 hours in the earbuds, 15 hours in the charging case. Just 10 minutes of fast charging lets you connect to an impressive 3 hours of vibrant, lively audio.
- Your Life without limits. An impressive IP55 rating ensures outstanding water and sweat resistance. The hydrophobic nano-coating repels water, providing protection from corrosion. The OnePlus Buds Z are built to last and withstand some of the most exteme sessions in the gym. Battery capacity - Per earbud: 40 mAh, Charging case: 450 mAh
- Call your buddies with your Buds Z. Advanced Bluetooth 5.0 technology, dual-microphones, and OnePlus noise reduction algorithms combine for exceptional call clarity and stability. Quick Pair lets you pair automatically. Every time you open the case, Quick Connect immediately connects with your phone for a truly fluid music experience.
Oneplus, as a brand has a reputation for providing a classic user experience with the best-in-class hardware and software in the budget segment. The same qualities have been implemented by Oneplus in its range of Wireless Earphones.
Oneplus Buds Z, as a contender in the list of best TWS under 3000 has managed to impress us a lot with its features like Dolby Atmos, Bass Boost, Panoramic Sound Support, and a lot more. It comes with Bluetooth 5.0 Support and has 10mm, Dynamic Sound Drivers.
The battery on the Oneplus Buds Z is equivalent to its competitors available in the market which usually lasts around 4 hours. It also has features like in-ear detection and IP55 Rating which is very rare to see in the sub 5k price segment. All in all, it’s a very good option to go for, if you’re looking for balanced sound quality and a sturdy product.
2. Realme Buds Q2
Features
- Active Noise Cancellation (up to 25dB) reduces the external noise giving a premium, rich and immersive listening experience with deep bass. Inline Remote : No
- Extra Long Battery Life (up to 28 hours) with Fast Charging feature lets you enjoy non-stop entertainment
- Type-C Fast Charging feature gives up to 3 hours of battery life with just 10 min of charging time
- Enjoy seamless connectivity with your Smartphones and Smart TVs using the latest Bluetooth v5.2 and Google Fast Pair technology. Create a smart ecosystem by pairing with realme Smart Watches through realme Link app
- IPX5 Water Resistance rating ensures that accidental splashes and sweat don’t stop these ultra-durable earbuds
Realme has a lot of options when it comes to budget consumer electronics, Likewise, it has a couple of options that are good enough to make it to the list of best earbuds under 3000.
Realme Buds Q2 is one of the few TWS earbuds under this budget segment that has ANC (Active Noise Cancellation). It also has ENC (Electronic Noise Cancellation) which blocks the ambient noise during calls. It comes with all-new Bluetooth 5.2 Connectivity and has features like Bassboost+, Dynamic & Bright Sound Effects which can be accessed through Realme Link App.
It comes with AAC & SBC Audio Codecs and 10mm Bass Boost Dynamic Driver and IPX4 Rating. For smooth gaming performance, it has a dedicated gaming mode that offers 88ms latency. In terms of battery backup, it offers an average performance of 3 to 3.5 hours of battery backup but the 10 minutes quick charge functionality makes it a very handy product to buy for day-to-day usage.
3. Nokia Power Earbuds Lite
Features
- This Certified Refurbished product is tested to work and look like new with minimal to no signs of wear & tear; the product comes with relevant accessories and is backed by a minimum six month supplier backed warranty; box may be generic
- Get up to 35 hours of play time¹ – that’s a lot of music to your ears. Take hours of listening with you on the go with the pocket-sized charging case for easy travel.
- The Power Earbuds Lite can handle up to 30 minutes in 1m of water thanks to IPX7 waterproofing.
- With universal Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility and easy-touch controls, you’re connected and ready to go, faster.
- Smooth, ergonomic design and crystal-clear sound means you can stay comfy and in tune for hours. Nordic design runs through it all – from colors inspired by nature to 100% recyclable paper packaging.
As Nokia is back in the consumer electronics technology industry, it makes an entry into the wireless earphones market with Nokia Power Earbuds Lite.
It comes with a minimal design which is claimed by Nokia to be inspired by the nature. It has a 600 mAh battery available in its case which is capable enough to charge earbuds 5-6 times easily and it has a 50 mAh inbuilt in the tiny earbuds which last around 4.5- 5 hours easily.
In terms of hardware, it has a 6mm graphene driver and offers IPX7 certification for dust & water resistance of earbuds. There are no led indicators on the earbuds which is a minus point in terms of accessibility.
4. Noise Air Buds
Features
- [full touch controls] : control music and volume with smart touch controls available on the earbuds. BT Supported Profile SBC, AAC
- [handsfree calling] : enjoy superior calling experience with distortion-free sound.
- [light weight & type c charging] : weighing just 4.5 grams, air buds are light in weight and easy to charge with type-c charging port.
- [13mm sound driver] : enjoy deep bass, crisp highs and clear mids via 13mm dynamic speaker driver.
- [bt 5.0 and quick pairing] : the bluetooth 5.0 ensures stable connectivity, better wireless range and super quick pairing right out of the box.
Noise, the brand which has launched a lot of very cheap yet good quality products has made its way into the list of best earbuds under 3000 with its sub 2k product known as Noise Air Buds.
Noise Air Buds comes with features like full gesture control, support for popular SBC & AAC, and an amazing battery life that lasts you around 20 hours (including Case’s Battery) which is certainly better than most of the options available in this budget segment. It houses a decent microphone for the price, we didn’t face any issue while doing calls in crowded places.
In terms of design, it’s inspired by the latest AirPods pro i.e it has a half in-ear design which certainly can be a hit and miss for a lot of people as it’s not the most convenient design when it comes to day to day usability.
5. Realme Buds Air 2
Features
- Active Noise Cancellation (up to 25dB)
- Bluetooth v5.2 with up to 10m Wireless Range | IPX5 Water Resistant
- Dual Mic Environment Noise Cancellation for Calls
- 25hrs Total Playback | 120min Playback with only 10min of Charging
- 10mm Large Diamond Class Hi-Fi Sound Driver
As realme has its reputation of launching multiple products under one price range, It has launched a couple of TWS earbuds under this budget segment as well. Technically Realme Buds Air 2 is not under the budget of 3000 but we had to include it in our list of best earbuds under 3000 as it offers a lot of mind-blowing features for just 299 Rs extra.
Realme Buds Air 2 has 10mm Large DLC sound drivers. It supports AAC and SBC audio codecs. The most unique feature of Realme Buds Air 2 is ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) which makes it one of the best devices to be used for calls and meetings. Realme Buds Air 2 has a bass-heavy sound which is liked a lot by us.
In terms of battery backup, it lasted for almost 5 hours without ANC and around 4 hours 20 minutes with ANC turned on. It also has a quick charge feature which takes around an hour to fully charge the buds. Although 10 minutes of charge will last you for almost 90 minutes on average. If you can stretch your budget to just 299 Rs more than 3k, then it’s the best option to go for.
6. BoAt Airdopes 441
Features
- Playback- Keep yourself plugged all day as the Airdopes 441 provide upto 5 hours of sound per charge and an additional 25H of playback bliss with the carry cum charge case.
- Drivers- It possesses 6mm drivers for enthralling audio bliss with immersive sound
- Instant Connect- It is equipped with IWP (Insta Wake N’ Pair) Technology that powers on the TWS earbuds and puts them into connection mode as soon as one opens the lid of the carry case
- IP Rating- It is IPX7 rated for resistance against water and sweat to provide a carefree listening experience
- Controls- You can access the instant voice assistant via just a single touch with the help of its advanced capacitive touch controls
Boat in recent years, with its value for money products, has established itself as a brand that provides remarkable quality at very pocket-friendly prices. BoAt Airdopes 441 is also one such product that makes its mark in the list of Best TWS earbuds under 3000.
Boat Airdopes 441 packs 6mm dynamic drivers and has Bluetooth 5.0 for its wireless connectivity. It has an Instant Wake and pair feature which is very handy for connection. It has extra bass which is the boat’s USP available in all of its audio products.
In terms of hardware, It has a 35 mAh Battery in built-in earbuds and has a big 500mAh battery in its case which lasts up to 25 hours according to the claims made by Boat. It also has an IPX7 certification which can easily withstand sweat and minor water splashes which makes it a perfect partner for your workout. The case has a USB C port for charging which is pretty convenient. All in all, it’s a pretty promising product coming from Boat.
7. Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds
Features
- 12 hours of battery life
- Microphone, Call, Track and Volume Control
- Auto Connect, Secure Noise Isolating Fit
- IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant
- Skullcandy Customer Care Number 011-42700400 & Customer Care Email ID- [email protected] for customer assistance.
Skullcandy is one of the leading brands when it comes to premium audio equipment. Now Skullcandy has a lot of options in the budget segment as well. Skullcandy Dime is one of the most popular pairs of earbuds in the sub 3k budget segment.
Skullcandy Dime comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and has handy features like Auto Connect and a very handy Secure Noise Isolating Fit which offers you a very good listening experience when it comes to usage in noisy places. It comes with IPX4 Rating which ensures it’s sweat and water-resistant.
It comes in 4 colors and has a decent battery which offers almost 3 hours of music playback on buds and the case offers an average battery backup of 8 hours. All in all, it’s a good pair of earbuds for day-to-day usage which makes it a worthy contender for the list of best TWS under 3000.
8. Oppo Enco W11
Features
- 20 hours of Music playback time with its charging case supported by 40mAh(Headphone)/400 mAh(Charging Case) battery | Type- C Charging.
- Bluetooth 5.0 provide Binaural simultaneous Bluetooth transmission with stable connection
- Compatibale with all android phones.
- Noise Reduction during Calls
- In-ear ergonomic design, more exquisite wearing experence with improved, 4.4g small and ultralight design.
Oppo along with its sister companies like Realme and Oneplus makes entry to the list of best earbuds under 3000 with oppo enco w11. Let’s take a look in-depth at what oppo enco w11 has to offer.
Oppo enco w11 comes with the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology and has features like touch media control, touch assistant, and AI-Powered Noise reduction. It comes with an IP55 rating which makes it water and dust-resistant. The microphone on earbuds works exceptionally well as it offers crisp audio quality even in a noisy environment.
In terms of battery backup, it offers almost 5 hours of playback ( on earbuds) and almost 20 hours ( in Charging Case) in a single charge. All in all, it’s a very handy and comfortable pair of earbuds to use in day-to-day life.
9. Boat Airdopes 621
Features
- Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears
Boat once again makes entry into the list of best earbuds under 3000 with its all-new Airdopes 621. Alike it’s every earphone in this segment, Airdopes 621 also offers a bass-heavy thumpy sound that can make you groove to the party songs.
Boat Airdopes 621 has 6mm audio drivers and comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. It also has features like Touch play controls on earbuds and a One-touch voice assistant which adds to the convenience. It is IPX7 rated which makes it sweat and water-resistant.
In terms of audio quality, the bass is pretty heavy on Airdopes 621 which makes it a make or break for the people who are looking for a balanced audio experience instead.
In terms of battery, it’s the best product in this list as it houses a humongous 2600 mAh battery in the cases which can last up to 140-150 hours of playback easily and can last up to 4-5 charging cycles for earbuds. The most unique thing which Airdopes 621 offers is the charging indicator on the case which shows the battery levels whenever you open the case and shows the battery level of earbuds whenever you keep them in case.
10. Mivi Duopods M40
Features
- Easy Connectivity: The Mivi DuoPods M40 comes with Bluetooth 5.0 and a stronger, better connection. Take the earbuds out of the charging case, connect them to your phone, and you're ready to go..Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears
- Your personal music companion/artist: Need to get away from the hustle-bustle around? Mivi DuoPods M40 is here to help. Immerse yourself in the high-quality sound of DuoPods M40.
- Touch Adaptive Controls: Control your music and calls with the tap of a finger. Touch the MFB button to play/pause your music, take/reject your calls and activate Siri/Google voice assistant. Battery life upto 20 hours
- Enjoy worry-free music: The Mivi DuoPods M40 is splashproof and sweatproof so you can play your music without worry.
- Extend your playtime: Mivi DuoPods M40 play your music on and on for up to 6 hours. The charging case lets you charge the earbuds up to three times.
Mivi is also one of the brands which offer a wide range of premium quality electronics and accessories at budget-friendly prices. One such product from Mivi is Duopods M40.
Dupodseffects M40 comes with a sleek in-ear design and offers deep bass and surround sound effect when it comes to the listening experience. It comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and has touch-based gestures to control media playback and to get help from Siri/Google Assistant. It is IPX4 rated which makes it sweat and splash resistant.
In terms of battery, one charge on Mivi Duopods lasts for 4.5-5 hours on average and the charging case can easily charge the earbuds up to 2-3 times.
11. Wings Phantom Gaming True Wireless Earbuds
Features
- 50MS LOWER LATENCY : Designed to ensure lag-free immersive gaming audio throughout the match.
- 30 HR. MEGA PLAYTIME: For pure adrenalin pumping gaming with zero breaks.
- LED GAMING LIGHT: For a gaming TWS case that bites hard in battle!
- BLUETOOTH 5.3 CONNECTIVITY : For faster seamless pairing.
- MEMs MIC WITH NOISE REDUCTION : Be heard always with complete clarity on call and in the game.
The gaming experience on budget wireless earphones has been flawed as the latency on wireless earphones is pretty high. To solve these major problems WIngs has launched Phantom Gaming Earbuds which is designed for the best gaming performance.
Wings Phantom Gaming True Wireless Earbuds comes with 12mm Titanium Sound Drivers which creates HD bass sound effect which substantially helps in gaming. It has a dedicated Gaming Mode that offers 65ms latency which is best in class under this budget. It comes with a MEMS mic which delivers crystal clear voice quality.
In terms of battery, it lasts for around 4 to 4.5 of playback which is decent in this price range. All in all, Wings Phantom Gaming True Wireless Earbuds is the best gaming option in the list of Best Earbuds under 3000.
12. Boat Airdopes 511V2
Features
- This Certified Refurbished product is tested to work and look like new with minimal to no signs of wear & tear; the product comes with relevant accessories and is backed by a minimum six month supplier backed warranty; box may be generic
- Tap into the True Wireless connectivity via optimum Bluetooth V5.0 and rise into the vibes
- It comes equipped with our IWP (Insta Wake N’ Pair) Technology that enables the earbuds to power on automatically and get connected as soon as you open the lid of the carry case.
- Airdopes 511V2 offers a nonstop playback of up to 6H with each charge and an additional 24H playtime with the included charging case
After Airdopes 441 and 621, Boat once again makes entry into the list of best TWS under 3000 with Airdopes 511V2. Like every boat earphones, Airdopes 511V2 also offers a bass-heavy sound experience that can easily make your ears thump.
Boat Airdopes 511V2 comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and has features like IWP ( Insta Wake N’ Pair). It houses a dual-microphone setup for better call quality and has IPX4 Shield which makes it sweat and water-resistant.
In terms of battery, Airdopes 511v2 lasts up to 5 hours on average on a single charge and the charging case offers around 24 hours of battery backup. It’s a great product to buy if you’re a bass lover.
Conclusion
We hope we have given you an in-depth idea about the best alternatives available in the market for Earbuds under 3000. Below mentioned are the best picks in different categories according to us :
1. All-Round Performer: Oneplus Buds Z
Oneplus Buds Z is the top choice for all-round performers as it offers a balanced sound, best-in-class features, and has a very comfortable design.
2. Best Noise Cancelling Earbuds: Realme Buds Q2
When it comes to noise cancellation, no pair of earbuds in this list can beat Realme Buds Q2 as it offers the combination of ANC(Active Noise Cancellation) & ENC (Electronic Noise Cancellation). It is certainly the best earphones for calls and music consumption in noisy environments.
3. Best Bass Quality: Mivi Duopods M40
In terms of bass quality, Mivi Duopods M40 is the best option on the list as it offers the right proportion of bass which are liked by bass lovers, unlike the boat earbuds which are bassy to the extent which distorts the sound quality in bass-heavy songs.
If you have any queries or wish to know more about the products, then let us know in the comments section. Also, you check out our list of best home theaters under Rs.10000 if you’re looking to get a theatre-like feel at home on a budget.