Wireless Earphones

Wireless earphones take portability and ease of use to a whole new level when compared with wired earphones. Long tangled wires are a story of the past as more and more smartphone manufacturers are favouring the slim body profile to the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Choosing an earphone that suits you the most is a herculean task given the number of models up for grabs. But don’t fret. In this article, we bring you the six best Bluetooth earphones priced under Rs.5000, available in the Indian market. Best Wireless Earphones Under Rs.5000 (In-Ear) 1. Sony WI-SP510Overall Best Pick2. Boltune BT BH001Runner-up Pick3. Beats FlexWireless Earphone for Apple Devices4. Otium AudioBest Workout Earphones5. Philips TAPN402BKHonourable Mention Note: The price shown are the once when we reviewed the products. However, as the promotional offers changes on the given E-commerce sites, the price may vary. Bettershark is supported by it's readers and when you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 1. Sony WI-SP510Overall Best Pick Natural bass-rich sound outputUp to 15 hours of battery lifeIPX5 water and sweat resistant BUY FROM AMAZON Pros Magnetic earbuds Dangle free flat cables Voice assistant integration Cons Finicky multi-device connection Sony is a brand that needs no introduction. The company has been so proactive in the consumer electronics industry with its high-quality products with cutting edge technologies for years. The WI lineup of Sony wireless earphones and headphones is a very popular and well-received product series offering high fidelity audio devices to the masses. The WI-SP510 from Sony is a premium in-ear style wireless earphone designed to cater especially to bass heads. Build Quality The Sony WI-SP510 looks very minimal yet elegant. The build quality as expected from Sony is top-notch. There are no weak points anywhere to be noticed. The earbuds have additional ear hook support to keep the earpiece from falling out of the ear canal. These earbuds are magnetic and can be attached after use, preventing them from dangling across. The angled earpiece sits flush inside the auditory canal and offers an immersive music listening experience. The flat cable is tangle-free and relatively thick to withstand minor rough usage as well. Sound Quality The Sony WI SP510 comes with 12mm neodymium speaker drivers which are tuned to ensure the lower end bass notes are emphasized. The bass output from these speakers is one of the best in class. It’s clean, deep and doesn’t feel artificial. The vocals and treble notes come out equally clear, delivering a bass-heavy pleasant sound output. There is no sound distortion whatsoever with this earphone, even at maximum loudness levels. We can guarantee that all kinds of listeners - bassheads, vocal lovers and those who prefer tonally balanced sound output, will come to like the sound signature from this Bluetooth earphone. Miscellaneous The Sony WI-SP510 features Bluetooth v5.0 for stable and energy-efficient wireless connectivity. The Sony WI-SP510 is IPX5 water resistance certified. This means you can take this earphone outside even under drizzles without the fear of getting damaged. The built-in microphone works well for voice calls both indoors and outdoors. Battery Life The Sony WI-SP510 delivers up to 15 hours of music playback on a single charge. This earphone does have fast charging support. You can charge this Bluetooth earphone for ten minutes and continue listening to music for up to one hour. Verdict The Sony WI-SP510 wireless Bluetooth earphone offers a versatile listening experience under the budget of Rs.5000. The long-lasting battery life and robust build quality ensure you value for money proposition. Specifications Bluetooth Versionv5.0Water ResistanceIPX5Builtin MicrophoneYesBatteryUp to 15 HoursWarranty1 Year ALSO READ: Best Wireless Earphones Under Rs.4,000 (Neckbands) 2. Boltune BT BH001Runner-up Pick SBC and AAC codec supportBass-heavy sound signatureFast charging support BUY FROM AMAZON Pros Lightweight and comfortable Magnetic earbuds Decent quality inline remote Cons Thin wires Boltune BT BH001 is an in-ear styled neckband wireless earphone available for purchase in India for just Rs.4,999. Even though a relatively unknown brand in the market, the Boltune BT BH001 manages to surprise everyone with its build as well as audio quality. Build Quality The Boltune BT BH001 has a minimal design similar to the generic budget wireless earphones in the market. The wired neckband design with the fused battery pack and inline remote makes the earpiece lightweight and compact. The in-ear design of the earpiece along with the fin-shaped ear hooks provides extra support and prevents the earpiece from falling. The earpiece tips are magnetic and can be latched together when not in use, to avoid the wires from getting tangled. Sound Quality This budget wireless earphone from Boltune has a surprisingly rich bass-heavy sound output unlike some other naturally sounding earphones in this list. The bass remains thumping and clean even when the music is played at high volume levels. The vocals and trebles are audible and offer decent stage separation as well. In terms of voice call quality, the inline microphone does a decent job in delivering distortion-free call quality for the most part. Miscellaneous The Boltune BT BH001 supports both SBC and AAC audio codec playback. For those who don’t know, AAC is much more superior to SBC in terms of wireless audio streaming. The Bluetooth v5.0 connectivity is power efficient and remains stable anywhere within 10m from the host device. Battery Life The Boltune BT BH001 wireless earphone has an impressive battery life and is rated to last for up to 16 hours on a single charge. This Bluetooth earphone also supports fast charging with which just five minutes of charging will let you listen to music for up to 2 hours. Verdict The Boltune BT BH001 is a bass-heavy wireless earphone with impressive 16-hour battery life and decent build quality. Specifications Bluetooth Versionv5.0Water ResistanceIPX7Builtin MicrophoneYesBatteryUp to 16 HoursWarranty1 Year 3. Beats FlexWireless Earphone for Apple Devices Comfortable in-ear designStable Bluetooth connectivityFeature-rich inline remote BUY FROM AMAZON Pros Magnetic earbuds Audio sharing feature USB Type-C charging port Cons Muddy bass Beats by Dr Dre was acquired by Apple way back in 2014 and has been releasing products under the brand name Beats since then. The Beats Flex from Apple is a wireless earphone that ideally works best with Apple devices including iPhone and Macbooks. Build Quality The Beats Flex, like all other Apple products, sport a minimal design without too many bells and whistles in terms of its aesthetics. The construction is of high-quality plastic materials and the overall fit and finish justify what you expect from an Apple device. The lightweight in-ear earpiece fits perfectly inside the air canal, thanks to the high-quality silicone eartips. The flat style cable helps prevent the wires from dangling. The inline remote has dedicated volume buttons so that you can adjust the volume without taking up the device in hand. And yes, the earpieces are magnetic and it also serves the function of automatic play/pause when used with Apple devices. Sound Quality The sound output from this wireless earphone can be termed neutral. The bass isn’t that punchy but the vocals and treble notes sound fine. Loudness levels are average no matter how much you increase the volume. The stage separation is decent to say the best, but not that impressive. If you are more into listening to podcasts and audiobooks, casually watching YouTube videos and other OTT platforms, this earphone is a decent choice, but not for hardcore audiophiles. Miscellaneous The Beats Flex comes with the Apple W1 chip inside. You can press the power button of this earphone near your other Apple device and it will get connected automatically and with all devices listed in your iCloud account. Just as with the Airpods, you will see a pop-up detailing the battery per cent as soon as you connect the earphone. Audio sharing is yet another noteworthy feature of this earphone. It can be triggered if you are using multiple Beats earphones with which audio will be shared on both earphones wirelessly. This neckband wireless earphone is also compatible with Android devices. Battery Life Apple claims that the Beats Flex will last for up to twelve hours on a single full charge and it manages to last that much in real-life testing, which is quite surprising. This wireless earphone has a USB Type C port and Apple has bundled a Type C to Type C male cable for charging. This device supports fast charging as well. With just 10 minutes of charge, you can continue to use the Beats Flex for up to one and half hours. Verdict If you own an Apple device and have no budget for expensive Airpods, the Beats Flex is a good choice for a wireless earphone at a very affordable price point. Specifications Bluetooth Versionv5.0Water Resistance-Builtin MicrophoneYesBatteryUp to 12 HoursWarranty1 Year 4. Otium AudioBest Workout Earphones Neutral sound signatureUp to nine hours of battery lifeThe decent indoor call quality BUY FROM AMAZON Pros Bundled carry case Supporting ear hooks Rubbery texture for good grip Cons Buttons are a bit stiff at first Otium is a premium Chinese earphone manufacturer serving markets all over the world. The Otium Audio is a Bluetooth earphone priced well under Rs.5,000 designed specifically to meet the demands of customers leading an active lifestyle. Build Quality The Otium audio wireless earphone reminds us of budget Crossbeats products in terms of design. The predominantly black coloured earphone with red accents makes this Bluetooth earphone look stylish and premium. The rubber texture on top of the earpiece casing provides a good grip, even with sweaty or wet hands. The flat cable is relatively thin but durable for everyday use and doesn’t get tangled up that much. The control buttons and the micro USB charging port is present on the right earbud, leaving the neckband as thin as it can get which adds to the wearing comfort. Sound Quality The Otium audio wireless earphone has an in-ear earpiece design that sits flush inside the ear canal. This Bluetooth earphone has an almost neutral sound profile with decent bass, crisp vocals and clean treble notes to top it all. If you’re an ardent basshead, this sound signature might not satisfy you, but for basic music listening and gym workout sessions, the sound output is satisfactory. The microphone quality is decent with good indoor voice call quality. Voice suppression seems a bit too aggressive outdoors when there is a lot of background noise around. Miscellaneous The Otium audio Bluetooth earphone comes with a carrying case in the box. This is very helpful to keep the earphones safe during transit. Thanks to the IPX7 certification, you can use this premium wireless earphone outside in drizzles without any problem. To keep the earpieces in place even during intense head movements, the provided ear hooks play a major role. Battery Life The Otium wireless earphone is rated to last up to 9 hours of music playback on a single full charge. As we have mentioned earlier, this earphone is charged via the micro USB port and completes one full charge within 1.30 hours. Verdict If you are looking to purchase a premium wireless earphone for use in the gym or outdoor activities, the Otium audio is one of the best choices in the sub. Rs.5,000 price range. Specifications Bluetooth Versionv4.1Water ResistanceIPX7Builtin MicrophoneYesBatteryUp to 9 HoursWarranty1 Year ALSO READ: Best Wireless Earphones in India (Neckbands) 5. Philips TAPN402BKHonourable Mention Hi-res audio certified earphoneLong-lasting battery lifeRobust build quality BUY FROM AMAZON Pros Inline remote with mic One year manufacturer’s warranty Passive noise cancellation Cons No tangle free cable Philips is a brand that Indians are familiar with since time immemorial. Popular for its kitchen appliances and other consumer electronics product lineup, the company is now offering feature-rich audio accessories in the Indian market. The Philips TAPN402K is a wireless earphone priced under Rs.5000, delivering an interesting blend of robust build quality and immersive audio listening experience. Build Quality The Philips TAPN402K wireless earphone features a very minimal industrial design that looks clean and aesthetically pleasing. The construction is from high-quality plastic components which look and feel extremely durable. The rounded cable is not braided but has enough thickness ensuring strength to withstand abuses without breaking down. The clever design of the earpieces ensure a comfortable snug fit in your ears and doubles up as a way to attain passive noise cancellation. Sound Quality These budget wireless earphones have relatively big 12.2mm speaker drivers which deliver bass-heavy sound output. The vocals and high notes in the music are clear and crisp and the bass doesn’t feel artificial or tends to overpower the treble. This in-ear styled wireless earphone under Rs.5,000 is hi-res audio certified for studio-quality sound reproduction. Overall, the Philips TAPN402K offers excellent tonally balanced sound output that will suit bassheads as well as regular listeners with ease. Miscellaneous The Philips TAPN402K wireless earphones offer one of the best stable wireless connectivity in its price segment. The Bluetooth signal reception anywhere within 10m is rock steady and doesn’t stutter even once. The inline remote is easy to operate with clicky and responsive buttons. The microphone picks up the voice very well even when you are in a noisy environment. This wireless earphone has haptic feedback to let you know about the incoming voice calls. Battery Life The Philips TAPN402K wireless earphone is rated to last up to 14 hours of music listening on a single charge. It takes about 2 hours to charge the battery from zero to one hundred per cent. This earphone supports fast charge as well. With just 5 minutes of charge, you can listen for up to two hours. Verdict The Philips TAPN402K is a premium wireless earphone with solid build quality and excellent sound output suited for all genres of music. Specifications Bluetooth Versionv5.0Water Resistance–Builtin MicrophoneYesBatteryUp to 14 HoursWarranty1 Year This concludes our hunt for the five best wireless in-ear style earphones priced under Rs.5000 in India. We have tried to include the best from the lot so that you can purchase with an assurance of excellent audio quality. 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