Open-ear or true wireless: which earbuds suit the way you listen?

Most people pick earbuds by price and battery life, then discover the fit is wrong for how they actually listen. WisdomUp makes two families for two different habits: OS open-ear earbuds that sit just outside the ear, and TS true wireless earbuds that seal inside it.

Choose open-ear (OS series) if you…

• Commute on bikes, rickshaws or busy roads and need to hear horns and traffic.
• Wear earbuds for hours and dislike the pressure of ear tips.
• Want the newest link — the OS-6 uses Bluetooth 6.0.

The OS-6 pairs 13mm drivers with a 300mAh charging case, and the OS-5 steps up to larger 14.2mm drivers. Because nothing seals the ear canal, bass is lighter than in-ear buds and some sound escapes at high volume in quiet rooms.

Choose true wireless (TS series) if you…

• Want silence on flights, in offices or at home — the TS-11ANC has active noise cancelling.
• Want the latest Bluetooth for less — the TS-12 and TS-13 also run Bluetooth 6.0.
• Are buying on a budget — best sellers TS-2 and TS-4 give you about 20 hours of play.

Quick comparison

Still unsure?

Every WisdomUp order has a 7-day money-back guarantee, so you can try a pair at home. If the fit isn't right, send it back in its original condition and packaging.