Hughes comparison
Best Earbuds under £100
for UK homes in 2026.
Affordable Hughes earbuds compared for commuters, workouts and daily listening.
Written by Alex Mercer. Alex compares audio products by the specifications that affect sound, setup and the way a room works day to day.
Affiliate disclosure. We may earn a commission if you buy through retailer links. That does not change the order of our picks or the buyer advice.
Our winner
Technics EAH-AZ100-EK AZ100 True Wireless Earbuds with Magnetic Fluid Driver - Black
Feature 2: Magnetic Fluid Driver
£30.00 at Hughes01 Best overall pick
Technics EAH-AZ100-EK AZ100 True Wireless Earbuds with Magnetic Fluid Driver - Black
Check price at HughesThe most rounded earbud here for buyers who want useful features without choosing on badge alone.
At £30.00, it sits between one cheaper pick and 3 dearer picks. For the best earbuds under £100 brief, this is the earbud to consider when the listed features fit your routine. The sound-quality angle is Magnetic Fluid Driver, with noise cancellation for a quieter listening environment shaping its intended listening experience.
What we like
- Noise cancelling listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 3 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 1 other pick.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
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| Mid-range |
| 10/10 |
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| Bass |
| 9/10 |
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Full published specifications| Amazon Alexa | No |
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| Apple Siri | No |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
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| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
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| Compatibility | Android |
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| Connectivity | Wireless |
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| Feature 2 | Magnetic Fluid Driver |
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| Feature 3 | Adaptive Noise Cancelling |
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| Google Assistant | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 1 Year |
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| Headphone Type | Wireless Earbuds |
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| Noise Cancelling | Yes |
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| Play Time Up To | Up to 8Hrs |
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| Price check | £30.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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02 Best value alternative
JBL Tune Flex 2 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Noise Cancelling - Black
Check price at HughesA more focused earbud choice when its particular specification suits the room.
The £32.00 price places it above 2 cheaper picks and below 2 dearer picks. Within this best earbuds under £100 comparison, its strongest case is the way the published specification matches everyday listening. For listening, the useful detail is True Wireless Noise Cancelling, with noise cancellation for a quieter listening environment shaping its intended listening experience.
What we like
- Noise cancelling listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 2 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 2 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 8/10 |
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| Bass |
| 8/10 |
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Full published specifications| Amazon Alexa | No |
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| Apple Siri | Yes |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
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| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
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| Compatibility | Android & iOS |
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| Connectivity | Wireless |
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| Feature 2 | True Wireless Noise Cancelling |
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| Feature 3 | 6-Microphone Call Array |
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| Google Assistant | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Headphone Type | In Ear Design |
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| Noise Cancelling | Yes |
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| Play Time Up To | 48 Hours |
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| Range | 10 |
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| Price check | £32.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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03 Best for a clear feature set
Audio Technica ATH-SQ1TWWH Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds - White
Check price at HughesA sensible alternative for buyers who value the listed features over a long marketing pitch.
This is a middle-of-the-range choice at £39.97, with 3 cheaper picks and one dearer pick in the same group. Its place in the best earbuds under £100 guide comes from offering a different balance of price and features from the other 4 picks. On the audio side, Hughes lists IPX4 Splashproof, with the published driver and listening features shaping its intended listening experience.
What we like
- Bluetooth listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 1 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 3 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 10/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 9/10 |
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| Bass |
| 7/10 |
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Full published specifications| Amazon Alexa | No |
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| Apple Siri | Yes |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
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| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
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| Compatibility | Android & iOS |
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| Connectivity | Wireless |
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| Feature 2 | IPX4 Splashproof |
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| Feature 3 | 19.5 Hours Extented Use |
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| Google Assistant | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Headphone Type | In Ear Design |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Play Time Up To | 6.5hrs |
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| Price check | £39.97 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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04 Best for a different room setup
JBL Wave Beam 2 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones - White
Check price at HughesThe pick to consider when the practical setup matters more than chasing the highest specification.
The price reaches £64.00, making the specification especially important to check. Against the other 4 earbud picks, it takes a more specific position for buyers with a clear setup in mind. The clearest sound clue is Active Noise Cancelling, with noise cancellation for a quieter listening environment shaping its intended listening experience.
What we like
- Wireless listed by Hughes.
- Feature 3: Smart Ambient Technology.
- Priced below 0 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 4 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 8/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 8/10 |
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| Bass |
| 9/10 |
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Full published specifications| Amazon Alexa | No |
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| Apple Siri | No |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
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| Built-in Microphone | No |
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| Compatibility | Android & iOS |
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| Connectivity | Wireless |
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| Feature 2 | Active Noise Cancelling |
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| Feature 3 | Smart Ambient Technology |
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| Google Assistant | No |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Headphone Type | In Ear Design |
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| Noise Cancelling | Yes |
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| Play Time Up To | 40 Hours |
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| Price check | £64.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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05 Best specialist choice
Technics EAH-AZ40M2EK True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earphones - Black
Check price at HughesA specialist option with a clear reason to choose it over the other picks.
This is the budget end of the group at £14.00. The most useful distinction on this best earbuds under £100 page is how its specification suits the intended room or listening habit. What matters for sound here is Noise Canceling, with noise cancellation for a quieter listening environment shaping its intended listening experience.
What we like
- Noise cancelling listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 4 of the other 4.
What to check
- The lowest price comes with a simpler position in the range.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 8/10 |
|---|
| Bass |
| 8/10 |
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Full published specifications| Amazon Alexa | No |
|---|
| Apple Siri | Yes |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
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| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
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| Compatibility | Android & iOS |
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| Feature 2 | Noise Canceling |
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| Feature 3 | Volume Control |
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| Google Assistant | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 1 Year |
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| Headphone Type | In Ear Design |
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| Noise Cancelling | Yes |
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| Play Time Up To | Up to 7.5 hours |
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| Range | 10 |
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| Price check | £14.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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Buying advice
Choose for the room, not the product badge.
Start with the listening space and intended source. Then compare the published audio features, dimensions and connections. Prices can move, so use the Hughes product page to make the final check.
