Best Workout Headphones & Earbuds: Top 5 Under $250

If you're not a fan of holding onto your phone while you workout, there are a lot of Bluetooth options that you can look at from many different companies. One that stands out for a great price is the Strauss & Wagner SPW301. This pair of earbuds has wireless connection capabilities, but without the fear of losing the left or right earbud. They have a wire between them to hang around your neck, allowing you to quickly take them off and not have to worry about a charging case. 

The shape of the ear tip also ideally designed for physical activity in mind. The upper hook confirms to the inner shape of your ear. These earbuds won't fall out no matter what activity you might be doing. On top of that, the sound quality you get is on par with $50 value. Balanced midrange, punchy bass, and detailed treble: all signs of reliable sound for any workout.   

To take the wireless listening experience one step further, we turn our heads to Sivga. This company is known for its excellently valued products, and their workout gear is no exception. If you're not a fan of in-ear earphones, the Sivga SO2 is a great option for your next sport workout. This earphone hooks over your head and rests right on top of your ear so you get direct sound without the invasive ear tip. For people with more sensitive ears or struggle to find the right fit for ear tips, this is a great solution that you should consider. 

Even the sound on these earphones is to be applauded. There is decent volume so you can focus on your listening, with emphasis on the treble and top end airiness. The bass is a little thin, and you don't get any isolation from outside noise. The Sivga SO2 is great for when people ant to be more aware of their surroundings but still be able to pick their background music. For under $100, the Sivga SO2 is a great budget pick for people looking for their next workout earphone. 

Stepping up in price, we move onto something from Sennheiser. While the MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 is a great pick for everyday listening as well as working out, the price tag is a bit high for people looking for a more affordable option. That's when we turn to the Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport True Wireless earbuds. As the name suggests, these earbuds take the great sound from the MOMENTUM TWS 4 and optimize them in a new shape that is ideal for sports. You get super clear sound with punchy bass that helps put a pep in your step, and lots of clarity so you can hear all the details in your favorite tracks. 

While the out of the box sound is really great on these, the features also make this an ideal choice for athletes. Like the MOMENTUM TWS 4, you get the option to EQ and filter your sound so it's tuned to your exact listening preferences. Additionally, there are sensors that pick up your heart rate and body temp, which is great for when you want to track your fitness goals. At $200, its fantastic value and definitely great for any type of athlete.

Rounding out our top 5 list is the Beyerdynamic Verio 200. Like the Sivga SO2, this is an on-ear earphone as opposed to one that provides ANC / sound isolation, so there is a difference in listening experience when you wear these. Beyerdynamic does a great job of creating reference headphones, and that sound translates amazingly well into these earphones. The Verio 200 is lightweight, comfortable, and adjustable to any ear shape for an ideal fit. 

The sound on these is truly excellent, and probably my favorite based on the other items on this list. It is wonderfully balanced but still dynamic, with clear mids, rich bass, and airy treble for an all around expertly tuned sound. You may not get any ANC on these, ut you'll be able to stay aware of your surroundings at the gym, on the street, or in your house when you throw these on for a workout. The orange variation is great for people who like late-night runs, as the reflective color will stand out and make the earphones easier to see.