Best Airpods Alternatives Black or White (2021 Version)
Launched in 2021, these are our 4th generation, and best standard earbuds yet. These are not Apple Airpods® but instead a great alternative for a fraction of the price! If you want the very best alternatives then check out our noise cancelling AirPods Pro Alternatives.
Since Apple launched its Airpods in 2016 they have taken the world by storm, and rightly so. They are an amazing wireless gadget that has become essential for anyone who likes listening to music, audiobooks, podcasts, etc. The downside to this freedom is that they are not cheap!
There are hundreds of really cheap Airpod clones available these days. The trouble is you end up playing 'retail roulette' as to what you actually get. Most clones are far inferior to the originals (particularly in terms of reliability, sound quality, and battery life).
Even if the product looks the same, the internal parts can vary greatly! The upshot is that it is very difficult to know if what you're buying is any good. Even "refurbished" AirPods are rarely the real thing! Inevitably, you get what you pay for - there is a reason the deals on Wowcher, e-bay, KFDirect, Geekswag, Airbuds, Mobile4U, Blackpods, etc. are so cheap!
If you are unsure whether a website is genuine, please read our 7 Tips to spotting a fake e-commerce website. Whatever you do, carefully read reviews before you make your decision!
If, on the other hand, you want the best quality Airpods at a sensible price, then you're in the right place. All our earbuds are comparable to the leading brand in terms of looks, features, sound, and build quality. We offer a full one year warranty to back this up.
If you would like to know exactly how our wireless earphones compare to the leading brand, please take a look at our 2020 earphone comparison video below. The only significant difference with our 2021 version is that we have improved the battery life and accuracy....
AirPods are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
What they do...
Our amazing alternatives wirelessly connect to any Bluetooth device that plays music. Most commonly this will be a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or smartwatch (regardless of brand).
Simple to operate, they let you listen to music, or take phone calls, whilst on the go. Just like the big old fashioned earphones but with full flexibility and a real sense of freedom.
They make a perfect gift for anyone who likes Apple Airpods® but does not want to pay around £200 for the privilege!
What we like most...
The details...
Type: Bluetooth wireless in-ear earphones
Compatibility: Any Bluetooth enabled device
Time to Market: 2021
Bluetooth Version: 5.0
Operating Range: about 10m or 33ft(without obstacles)
Listening/Talk time: around 3-4 hours on a single charge
Charging Time: 30-60 mins
Charges from Case: 3 to 5
Charging Type: Wireless + Cable (included)
Dual Microphone: Yes (great for taking or making the odd call)
Control: Touch control
Volume Control: No, only via input device or Siri
Hey Siri?: Yes
In-ear Sensors: Yes
Bluetooth Name Change: Yes
GPS Tracking: Yes - so you can see where you left them!
IOS Pop-up Window: Yes but please note battery % is only approximate
Active Noise-Cancellation: No
Suitable for: Adults and Children 10 years plus
In the unlikely event that there is an issue with your earphones, we provide a 12 month warranty period in which we will be happy to arrange a replacement or a refund, dependent on the nature of the problem.
AirPods are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Delivery Information...
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Your delivery will be tracked and will be delivered via Royal Mail or courier . You will not normally need to sign for your delivery.
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