2025 offers great AirPods alternatives with noise-canceling, long battery life, and affordability.

Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC delivers a 28-hour battery life, noise canceling, and customizable touch controls at US$99.99.

JLab JBuds Mini costs US$39.99, features an IP55 rating, and offers a compact, comfortable fit.

Soundpeats GoFree 2 supports Bluetooth 5.3, LDAC audio codec, and has a nine-hour battery life for just US$ 65.99.

Anker Soundcore P25i/P20i earbuds are lightweight and designed for all-day comfort, priced at US$24.99.

Nothing Ear Stick is perfect for open-ear listening, with IP54-rated buds and an IP55-rated case at US$74.99.