…The best for a little bit of everything
Nothing is a fairly new brand in the tech world, launching back in 2020, but it’s even newer to the earbud market. With its first earbuds arriving in late 2021, Nothing lacks the back catalogue that its competitors in this round-up have. Nevertheless, it’s a real contender, with the right blend of affordability, features and sound quality. There are three options to choose from in Nothing’s range, but it’s the Ear (a) earbuds that offer the best overall balance. These funky offerings look like the younger, cooler sibling of Apple’s AirPods. Despite the lower price point, the Ear (a) buds provide ample noise cancelling. In our test, they even managed to block out a full train of rowdy rugby fans, which is surely the biggest testament to their abilities. Sound quality is also great, offering bass-pumping sound that performs well for almost all types of music.