Like most other models under $100, Sony's WF-C500 true wireless earbuds don’t offer extensive weatherproofing or active noise cancellation (ANC). But for $99.99, these earphones sound fantastic, and you can customize their audio performance via adjustable EQ. There's a surprising amount of competition in this price range, including the $79.99 Anker Soundcore Life P3 and the $79 Jabra Elite 3, both of which offer unique strengths, including active noise cancellation (Anker) and a more rugged design (Jabra). But Sony's earphones arguably provide the strongest sound quality of the bunch, making them a worthy alternative for audio-minded buyers.Simple Design, (Mostly) Intuitive Controls Available in black, the WF-C500 earbuds are relatively compact, but fit securely. Sony includes three pairs of silicone eartips in small, medium, and large sizes. The exterior of the earpieces as well as the charging case mostly feature an eggshell-like finish. The on-ear controls are novel—each earpi...
The no-frills Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds deliver excellent audio you can tune to your liking for a relatively low price.
Affordable; Excellent audio with rich bass and crisp highs; In-app EQ can deliver dramatic results, including seriously boosted bass; Water-resistant design
Weak battery life (for the charging case); On-ear controls can be difficult to operate