Tbh if you want to be safe and stay under budget, I'd suggest looking at Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) or maybe some Beats Fit Pro when theyre on sale. I’m always a bit cautious about buying non-Apple brands because I’ve heard horror stories about firmware updates breaking compatibility or batteries swelling up on the super cheap ones... Here’s what I usually look for to keep things reliable:
- Stick to the H1 or H2 chips so the pairing doesnt fail randomly
- Make sure it has decent sweat resistance (IPX4) so they dont die after a light rain
- Buy from a reputable store to avoid those scary "super-clones" that look real but aren't You can usually find the 3rd gen for around $160 lately (at least that was the price last time I checked). It's a solid middle ground where you arent overspending but you also arent risking your phone with some weird off-brand tech. Just my two cents... better safe than sorry.

Yep, this is the way

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I've used AirPods (2nd gen) for 3 years now. Sound is decent for calls and podcasts. Battery life is okay, lasting about 4 hours for music. Are you mainly using them for music or calls?

Consider AirPods Pro; their H1 chip offers superior iPhone integration. Be careful with cheaper alternatives, their Bluetooth codecs vary.