Best true wireless earbuds under Rs 5,000 in India for September 2021


The True Wireless Earbuds segment picked up a lot of traction over the past year in India. The same momentum is also being carried in 2021 which has resulted in 156% YoY growth in Q1 2021. The main reason for this uptick is the rise of budget TWS earbuds in India.

The budget true wireless segment is filled with a lot of options. Smartphone makers like Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, OnePlus and Realme have already jumped in and launched their true wireless earbuds in India, bringing many new affordable options for consumers. 

These are the best TWS under Rs 5,000:

1.Realme Buds Air 2

2. Oppo Enco W51    

3. OnePlus Buds Z

4. Soundcore Liberty 2 

5. Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro   

6. Noise Elan   

7. Jabra Elite 65t    

8. CrossBeats Evolve 

Recently, Xiaomi also made its comeback with the Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro. With the launch of multiple true wireless earbuds in India, we have a bunch of value for money TWS that bring a great sound quality as well as the overall experience. In the current list, we have eight TWS which all are from different brands. In case you want to jump on the train and join the Truly Wireless Stereo earbuds army, here are the best TWS earbuds you should consider.

The budget TWS segment now even offers a hand full of earbuds with ANC. In fact, in this list, we have three earbuds from Oppo and Realme with ANC. The battery life is also one aspect that seems to be getting better over a period of time. 

Best true wireless earbuds in India under Rs 5,000: 

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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Realme Buds Air 2

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1. Realme Buds Air 2

(Chain)smokes the competition

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 10mm Diaomin-class Hi-Fi | Mic: Yes | Battery: Up to 5 hours | Charging: Type-C

Excellent fit
ANC and sound quality
Battery life
Great for calls
No volume controls gesture
No wireless charging

The Realme Buds Air 2 is a budget TWS with a lot of features packed into a tiny package. It brings ANC, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, excellent app support, and more for Rs 3,299. The Realme Buds Air 2 is our new go-to budget TWS recommendation. The star of the show here is the active noise cancellation making its way to a budget TWS, that was unheard of before. The ANC is fairly good for the price which Realme is offering it. 

The fit is extremely comfortable and easy to use for an extended period. The audio quality is surprisingly better than the Realme Buds Air Pro and the bass is also more punchy and thumping. It supports the AAC and SBC codec. The Realme Buds Air 2 offers mostly bass-heavy sound which most of us prefer and it serves well. 

The battery life is also pretty solid with 5 hours of playtime without ANC and about 4 hours and 15 minutes with the ANC turned on. A full charge will take about an hour to charge from 0 to 100. A quick 10 minutes offers 90 minutes of playback. It misses out on the wireless charging feature which was present on the Realme Buds Air. Overall for Rs 3,299, the Realme Buds Air 2 won’t disappoint you. 

Read our Realme Buds Air 2 review

Check out our Realme Buds Air Pro review

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Oppo Enco W51

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Oppo Enco W51

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Oppo Enco W51

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2. Oppo Enco W51

Connectivity : Bluetooth 5.0 | Controls: Touch controls | Drivers: 7mm dynamic | Mic: Yes | Battery life: Up to 3.5 hours | Charging: Type-C charging port, quick charge

ANC
Good audio experience
Fast charging
Average battery life

The Oppo Enco W51 brings all the good stuff from Oppo Enco W31 and adds active noise cancellation align with a slightly better sound signature. All this for under Rs 5,000. There is a 7mm dynamic driver onboard with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and a range of about 10 meters. 

Each earbud is packed with a 25mAh battery and the case is having a 480mAh battery. On a single, the Oppo Enco W51 can last up to 3.5 hours and with the included case, you get up to 20 hours of playback. However, the battery is pretty average here. A quick 15-minute charge keeps the earphones running for up to 3 hours. You can change this by plugging a Type-C charger or charge it wirelessly as it comes with Qi wireless charging support. 

The Oppo Enco W51 is now available for Rs 3,999 on Flipkart and Rs 4,499 on Amazon. 

Read our Oppo Enco W51 review

Buy Oppo Enco W51 on Amazon | Flipkart

Rs 4,990

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OnePlus Buds Z

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OnePlus Buds Z

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OnePlus Buds Z

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OnePlus Buds Z

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3. OnePlus Buds Z

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 10mm dynamic drivers, Dolby Atmos support | Mic: Dual mic | Battery: Up to 4 hours | Charging: Type-C, fast charging

Comfortable fit
Good audio for the price
Price
IP55 rating
Limited touch control
Not so punchy bass

The OnePlus Buds Z are a great pair of truly wireless earphones for those who are on a tight budget. They offer decent sound, good battery life and a comfortable fit. However, the limitation of the touch control and not so punchy bass may let you down. Also, the OnePlus Buds Z sound better than the higher priced original OnePlus Buds. It comes with Bluetooth 5.0 and has 10mm dynamic drivers, with bass boost, dynamic stereo powered by Dolby Atmos and panoramic sound support. 

The sound signature on the OnePlus Buds is respectable for the price. The soundstage and the separation of the instruments are also decent. There is enough bass but it could have been punchier. The battery life on the Buds Z is also on par with others in the segment. You get about 4 hours of playback and there is also support for a quick charge. As for the functionality, the OnePlus Buds Z offer very limited options - double tap and long press. It also brings in-ear detection and IP55 rating onboard which are rare in the segment.

Read our OnePlus Buds Z review

Buy OnePlus Buds Z on Amazon | Flipkart

Rs 2,999

Soundcore Liberty 2

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4. Soundcore Liberty 2

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 10mm | Mic: Yes | Battery: Up to 8 hours | Charging: Type-C

Battery life
Sound quality
aptX support
Misses out on in-ear detection
Bulky

The Soundcore Liberty 2 is a unique style of true wireless earbuds that come in an in-ear style fit along with fins to get a strong fit. The TWS sports Bluetooth 5.0 paired with a 10mm diamond-inspired drive. These buds also support AAC, SBC, aptX codec. In terms of sound signature, you get clean vocals and punchy bass. 

In the battery department, these buds are rated to last up to 8 hours and up to 32 hours with the included case - one of the best in the segment. A quick 10-minute charge offers up to 2 hours of playback time. Other features include complete touch controls including play/pause, skip track, and voice assistant.

Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro

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5. Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 | Controls: Touch/Tap | Driver: Dual drivers | Mic: Yes | Battery: 6.5 hours | Charging: Type-C

Good for calls
Good battery life
Touch controls 
No app support
Sub-par audio experience

The latest one to launch in India, the Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro are one of the few TWS in the segment to come with a dual-driver setup, Qualcomm chipset (QCC3040), aptX, and Bluetooth 5.2 combination. You get a dynamic driver and a balanced driver which is said to bring in deep bass and high treble. While the sound quality is not as good as the Realme Buds Air 2, these can be a good alternative for those who are under a tight budget. 

In terms of battery life, the Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro is rated to last up to 7 hours on a single charge and up to 30 hours with the included case. Other features include up to 86ms low-latency mode, in-ear detection, touch controls for music playback, calls, and access voice assistant, and lastly, they are also IPX4 rated. 

Noise Elan

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6. Noise Elan

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 6mm titanium driver | Mic: Dual mic | Battery: Up to 8 hours | Charging: Type-C

Bluetooth 5.2
ENC
aptX support
Bulky 
Not so bass heavy

The latest product from the popular audio and wearable maker, the Noise Elan is in the list for two reasons. Firstly, it brings environmental noise cancellation (ENC) on budget and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity both of which which is are rarity in this segment. With the ENC feature is built-in, the Noise Elan can suppress the environmental noise. The earbuds come with a total of four mics, two on each bud which delivers better noise cancellation. For audio, the Noise Elan sports a 6mm titanium driver with support for Qualcomm aptX adaptive sound.

On to the battery life, it can last up to 8 hours on a single charge and with the provided case, the TWS can go up to 36 hours, giving an additional four charge cycle. These are also in-ear style true wireless earbuds with interchangeable eartips. It comes with complete touch controls which perform operations such as manage tracks, adjust volume and there is also a transparency mode with which you can be aware of what’s happening around you while listening to your music and lastly, there is a dedicated gaming mode with 80ms low-latency. 

Buy Noise Elan on Amazon

Price: Rs 3,999

Jabra Elite 65t

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7. Jabra Elite 65t

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 6mm | Mic: four mic | Battery: Up to 5 hours | Charging: Type-C

Understated design
Excellent battery life
Balanced sound quality
Slippery earbuds and case
Limited ear tip selection

Initially launched for Rs 12,999, the Jabra Elite 65t is now available for Rs 3,999. It brings a perfect balance of usability, features, and sound quality. It offers a reliable connection and is a pleasure to use day-to-day. Also, you get good battery life with up to five hours on a single charge and the case is good for an additional 10 hours(2 cycles). 

Further, the Jabra Elite 65t offers good noise isolation and you can also adjust ambient noise when you want it. The earbuds automatically turn on when removed from the case and turn themselves off when placed back in the charging case. You can use one earbud at a time, though the right earbud acts as the master. The overall sound quality is excellent - it's balanced. It also comes with app support. 

Read our review of Jabra Elite 65t

Buy Jabra Elite 65t on Amazon | Flipkart

Rs 3,999

Soundcore Liberty 2

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8. CrossBeats Evolve

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5 | Controls: Touch | Driver: 9mm, dual driver | Mic: Yes | Battery: Up to 12 hours | Charging: Type-C

Good sound quality
Battery life
Design
Fit not for all

Powered by QCC3020 Chipset and paired with Bluetooth 5.0, the CrossBeats Evolve buds are rated to last up to 24 hours with the included case and w shopping 12 hours claim on a single charge - which looks like a stretch. In terms of design, the earbuds come with a unique half-transparent look, which offers a stunning look. But, due to the large size, the fit might not be suitable for all. 

On the inside, these buds are powered by a 9mm dual driver with a microphone as well. For charging the TWS uses Type-C port and these are also IPX4 sweat and water resistant. It supports HFP, SBC, HSP, A2DP, AVRCP, AAC codecs. The whole package is a bit bulky weighing 221 grams. 

Buy CrossBeats Evolve on Amazon | Flipkart

Rs 3,799/ Rs 4,299

Best wireless earbuds under Rs 5,000 in India

  • Realme Buds Air 2
  • Oppo Enco W51
  • OnePlus Buds Z
  • Soundcore Liberty 2
  • Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro
  • Noise Elan
  • Jabra Elite 65t
  • CrossBeats Evolve

These were some of the best True wireless earbuds available in India currently. In the near future, we can expect more earbuds to come to the market at an affordable price. 

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