I swapped my £140 airpods for £13 earbuds and i’m not going back


I swapped my £140 airpods for £13 earbuds and i’m not going back

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I used to be the kind of person who wouldn’t leave the house without my AirPods. I loved everything about them, from the sleek little case to the seamless connection and the subtle flex of


listening to a podcast while wandering around Sainsbury’s. But after losing my second pair in just over a year, the idea of forking out another £130 felt ridiculous. I’d previously bought


some budget earbuds on Amazon for my kids, so I decided that if I can’t be trusted with pricey ones anymore, why not do the same for myself? I searched Amazon, found a pair that looked


similar from a brand I’d never heard of and ordered them on the spot - no fancy packaging, no flashy branding—just a simple pair of wireless earbuds with basic specs. I wasn’t expecting


much, but months later, I’m still using them, and honestly, I don’t miss my AirPods at all. READ MORE: CORDLESS PATIO CLEANER THAT 'TAKES A LOT OF THE PAIN OUT OF REMOVING WEEDS'


HAS £100 OFF READ MORE: AMAZON'S NUMBER ONE SMART TV HAILED 'SUPERB VALUE' AS IT DROPS FROM £179 TO £109 The YHFvesv Wireless Earbuds use upgraded Bluetooth 5.3 tech, giving


them a surprisingly quick and stable connection. They paired with my phone straight away and now reconnect automatically after charging. Battery life is decent too, giving me about six hours


of use per charge. I have noticed the charging case needs topping up more often than my old AirPods case, but for the price, it’s a fair trade-off. YHFvesv Wireless Earbuds I’m not big on


technical specs, but according to Amazon, these earbuds have “dynamic drivers for rich sound with deep bass,” plus ENC noise reduction and four built-in mics for clear calls. I can confirm


they sound great—solid bass when I’m listening to music, and sharp, clean audio for podcasts and videos. They also come with smart touch controls for music, calls, and volume—activated with


a tap on either bud. I haven’t tested the waterproofing (thankfully!), but they’re rated IPX8, meaning they’re protected from rain and sweat. They look good, sound great, and if I lose them


(again), it’s not a disaster. In fact, I’ve bought a little clip-on case to keep them secure on the go, and I’ll definitely be taking them on holiday this year. Of course, there are loads of


affordable alternatives out there if you’re not looking to spend about £20. Amazon has lots of other similarly priced options, including the Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds.


Usually £29.99, they are currently reduced to £16.99 - offering big bass sounds and more than 60,000 customer reviews. Over at Argos, the Belkin SoundForm Rhythm True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds


have 20% - taking the price down to £19.99. Popular with buyers on a budget, shoppers have called them "a good pair of earbuds" with "great sound." For shoppers who are


happy to spend a little more, the JLab GO Air Pop In-Ear True Wireless Earbuds are £24.99. Available in a range of trendy colours, these little beauties have garnered more an 3000 reviews on


the website. Alternatively, Very has £15 off the JBuds Mini True Wireless Earbuds. Offering big bass in a tiny package, buyers have called them "good quality" and "value for


money". They are currently reduced from £39 to £24. Customers who have already snapped up the YHFvesv Wireless Earbuds seemed just as impressed with them as I am. One buyer said:


"Amazing pair of earbuds. Worth the money, very light, look like Apple AirPods, and the sound quality is really good, they also sit comfortably in your ear. The battery also lasts ages


without needing a charge. Not too big in size and instant pairing. Such a good buy!" Another added: "These earbuds are a game-changer! From the moment I put them in, I was blown


away by the crystal-clear audio and rich, deep bass. They fit incredibly well, staying secure even during my most intense workouts, and are so comfortable I often forget I'm wearing


them." A third was just as impressed, saying: "Easy to connect to phone and looks just like Apple AirPods. They fit nicely in the ears, and the size is perfect for on-the-go


travel. They have good battery life. Amazing for the price!" With 90% of all reviews on Amazon giving a five-star rating, not many buyers had anything negative to say. One did raise


some concerns however, saying: "Battery life is short in comparison to others I have owned. Sound quality and volume are good. Charging case also doesn't hold as much charge as


previous ones I've owned." Another glowing review summed it up, saying: "I cannot believe the quality & sound for the price, absolutely brilliant. They look similar to a


£200+ pair of Airpods, without the hefty price tag. I will definitely recommend to friends & will purchase as gifts."