7 Best Bass Earbuds in 2023 (with Deep Powerful Bass)

We’ve tested over 100 earbuds for bass (out of 192 tested headphones).

The top 5 are the best, and it’s not even close. In this guide, We’ll cover:

• The best bass earbuds for every budget and usage, so you can enjoy powerful bass anywhere
• Our experiences with each pair of earbuds
• Bass tests of earbuds, so you know exactly how they sound

Quick overview: Click on “Read more” in the table to jump to the earbuds.

Bass is fun. But heavy bass is not the only thing we looked at. We picked earbuds that produce the beat but also work well in other areas. So you can expect a comfortable fit, long battery life, modern features, and high build quality. See how we tested and picked them.

All earbuds on our list are evaluated based on 9 key factors (Sonic9Score).  The main criteria we looked at to pick the top bass earbuds are bass quality and fit (see why below).

Explore our testing and ranking methodology.

Best Bass Earbuds

1. Beats PowerBeats Pro

Beats PowerBeats Pro are the overall best bass earbuds we’ve tested – Beats PowerBeats Pro review.

Beats brand has a big reputation. Their headphones are known for punchy bass, and PowerBeats Pro earbuds are no different. You get plenty of it.

For fans of bass-heavy music, the low-end gives a real punch with a “V” shaped signature that boosts the bass in every song.

From hip-hop to rock, the PowerBeats Pro are a fantastic basshead option. Air vents provide the feeling like you have a subwoofer in your ears, and you can feel the vibration.

They stay stable in the ear thanks to the ear hook design so you don’t have to worry about losing when running or working out. And you can choose from various color options to fit your gym style.

Sweatproof: Also, IPX4 protection makes them resistant to sweat but not water submersion. You can use them during the heaviest workouts or in the rain without a problem. Just don’t submerge them.

Seamless integration: Thanks to the H1 chip, the connectivity with Apple devices feels snappy. They’re perfect for iOS users. And the built-in controls are simple to use, so you don’t have to take out your phone all the time.

11h+ battery life is great too. That’s plenty of listening sessions, workouts, and runs on 1 charge. The only “bad thing” is their price. But Beats were never cheap.

Read the full review or check the price.

For earbuds with the highest water protection, check the best waterproof Bluetooth headphones.

Best Bass Earbuds under $100

2. Sony WF-XB700

Sony WF-XB700 are the best wireless earbuds for bass under $100. – Sony WF-XB700 review & tests

This is a solid pair of true wireless earphones if you don’t want to spend too much but still crave the bass.

Hear the Sony WF-XB700 A/B sound test:

They’re very bass-heavy while still maintaining a clear sound quality across frequencies.

The XB series is known for bass-oriented sound, and the WF-XB700 are no different. They can produce some serious rumble, especially on more bassy genres. They’re perfect for music genres that showcase strong bass.

Stable fit: Buds have a Tri-Hold design that touches your ears in 3 places. The latter creates good stability, which makes them an excellent choice for sports. They’re light and comfortable, so you can wear them for hours.

Durable & long-lasting: The earbuds are sweatproof and pack a 9-hour-long battery for extended use. There’s another 9 hours inside the charging case. This is a longer battery than with many more expensive earbuds.

Controls: Instead of touch commands, you control the WF-XB700 with a physical button on top of each earbud. It offers basic controls so that you don’t have to use your smartphone.

For bass-heavy earbuds under $100, the Sony WF-XB700 are the top choice.

Best Sports Earbuds for Bass

3. Jaybird Vista 2

Jaybird Vista 2 are the best wireless bassy earbuds for sports we’ve tested – Jaybird Vista 2 review.

The Vista 2 are well-balanced out of the box. However, with some bass equalizing, they become real bass monsters.

Hear the Jaybird Vista 2 A/B sound test:

A sound profile can be extra bass-heavy, flat, or bright (in the A/B sound test above we only tested original audio).

Punchy bass: While they have a pretty balanced default tuning, they can deliver quite a punch, especially when you tweak their EQ inside the Jaybird app.

Vista 2 can sound very polite and neutral or bassy and energetic. The possibilities are endless.

Comfortable and stable: Thanks to the ear wings, they stay in the ears even when working out without becoming uncomfortable. Smart design just feels better.

Decent ANC: Their second iteration comes with active noise cancellation and ambient sound mode, which work okay but are not excellent. ANC removes some background noise but can’t compare to the top ANC performers.

Thankfully, you still get high durability ratings and complete control over customization within the companion app.

Tough-made: The charging case is sweat-resistant, sporting an IP54 rating. The Bluetooth earbuds maintain the same IP68 rating and carry the MIL-STD-810G military standard of durability. You can throw them around and they’ll work fine.

(Almost) 6-hour battery: We tested the battery with ANC at 5 hours 57 minutes. That’s more than enough for a couple of runs and workouts.

And they support quick charging. A 1-hour charge gives you an hour of playtime. And the case holds 16 hours more.

Top sports buds: When it comes to value for money among workout earbuds, Jaybird Vista 2 are the top dog. They feel and fit great, have punchy sound, are fully waterproof, have a useful app, and don’t cost an arm and a leg.

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Best Sports Earbuds for Bass under $100

4. JBL Reflect Mini NC

JBL Reflect Mini NC are excellent bassy sports earbuds for less than $100 – JBL Reflect Mini NC review.

These JBL earbuds produce dynamic sound with lots of bass.

Hear the JBL Reflect Mini NC A/B sound test:

The bass quantity isn’t overpowering, but enough to make the sound warm and punchy.

You get energetic, true wireless earbuds with solid bass and good detail. They’re punchy out of the box, but you can bring up even more bass in the JBL app (with EQ).

Bulky design: They are pretty bulky but fit comfortably in your ears. They also have long ear fins to lock them securely in place.

The latter is great for working out, which goes well with a more bass-forward, energetic sound. They’re perfect for running or paced working out.

Solid battery: They can play your music for almost 7 hours, with an extra 14 hours inside the carrying case. During our test, we got 6 hours and 42 minutes of playtime.

Fully waterproof: JBL Reflect Mini NC have a solid construction with IPX7 protection against water. You can submerge them or clean them under a tap after a workout.

Limited ANC: Active noise cancellation is the weak point of these earbuds. You barely hear the difference when it’s turned on. So, if you’re looking for effective ANC, these aren’t the best choice.

JBL app: With capable EQ you can amp up the bass and adjust the sound exactly how you like.

All in all, if you’re looking for affordable bassy earbuds for sports (under $100) these are great.

Best Value Earbuds for Bass

5. Edifier W240TN

Edifier W240TN are superb truly wireless earbuds under $100 with deep sub-bass extension and active noise reduction (ANC). – Edifier W240TN review

These TWS earbuds offer a lot for the price. From powerful bass, to ANC and water protection.

Hear the Edifier W240TN A/B sound test:

Earbuds use 2 dynamic drivers, a woofer and a tweeter, producing a hefty but also controlled low-end punch.

Using the in-app custom EQ, you can reduce or amplify the low frequencies even further, creating a party in your ears.

Longlasting comfort: You can wear the earbuds comfortably for a long time due to ergonomic, comfortable design. They’re stable for regular use but not for sports. See sports options above.

Superb ANC: You can enable active noise cancellation to prevent outside noise from hurting your listening experience. Its performance is almost on par with the best offers from Sony WF-1000XM4 or Apple AirPods Pro. It’s really amazing for the price.

The only problem is that is slightly changes the sound signature when turned on.

You get more features, like ambient sound mode, which boosts the outside noise for greater awareness. This makes it safe to use them on the streets as it keeps you aware of your surroundings.

Best bang for the buck: If you’re looking for outstanding bass-heavy earbuds with lots of features for a reasonable price, Edifier W240TN are it. Of all the earbuds we’ve tested, you won’t find better or with more features for the same price.

Related: Best headphones under $100.

Best Cheap Bass Earbuds

6. EarFun Free Pro 2

EarFun Free Pro 2 are the best cheap bass earbuds under $80 we’ve tested (often under $50- see prices below). – EarFun Free Pro 2 review

If you’re looking for a clean and lively sound, check these out.

Hear the EarFun Free Pro 2 A/B sound test:

This is a newer budget addition to the EarFun lineup, with a wide set of features like a strong Bluetooth connection and an enjoyable listening experience.

They have a surprisingly lively sound profile for true wireless earbuds under $80. Natural vocals and sparkly high-end get accompanied by punchy mid-bass that keeps your head moving. Plus, earbuds stay free of any sibilance.

These are a listening pleasure for both audio purists who hate bass bleed and bassheads who love bass slam.

Featherweight light: At only 4 grams per earbud, they’re one of the lightest TWS earbuds. And also among the most comfortable. Wear them all day long without getting itchy ears.

Rich features: Apart from music playback controls, there are many useful features. You can activate noise cancellation, which works well against low-end hum, albeit it can’t remove voices in the coffee shop.

If you want to speak to someone, a triple tap on the earbud enables transparency mode, which amplifies the background noise. And a 2-microphone system enables you to hold phone calls on the go.

Capable battery: A small charging case supports fast charging via USB-C cable and Qi wireless charging. You get more than 8 hours on a full charge, while there are another 25 hours inside the case.

You can often get EarFun Free Pro 2 under $50, and for that price, they’re a steal.

Looking for cheap headphones with ANC? See the best budget noise cancelling headphones.

Check more related guides:

• Best true wireless earbuds under $50
• Best earbuds under $50
• Best cheap headphones

Best Wired Bass Earbuds

7. Sennheiser IE80 S

The best wired bass-heavy earbuds.

If you don’t mind wired earbud design, these Sennheiser headphones offer amazing audio quality than most and adjustable bass response.

For in-ear monitoring needs, the audio quality is great.

Adjust the bass: The fact that you can alter the bass frequency response from mild to extreme is a bonus. But be warned, the max-setting bass is extreme.

The bass response is totally customizable, you have control over the earbuds, so you can change it while listening. This is what makes them suitable for different music genres.

No frills: The wired earbuds are simple: no battery, no special features. Just a 3.5mm plug with a cable you can detach in case it breaks. The braided wires ensure better durability, plus you can shape it into a hook for over-the-ear fit.

And they come with multiple sizes of eartips that let you choose the most comfortable fit for you.

Other options for wired bassy earbuds are: KZ AS16 Pro are wired in-ear monitors with a punchy yet detailed bass. KZ ATE are dirt-cheap but punchy and dun. And Sony MDR-XB50AP, which are discontinued and hard to get.

Runner-Up Choices: 8 Other with Considerations

Sony WF-1000XM3 & XM4

JBL Live Pro+

Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro

KZ AS16 Pro

Jabra Elite Active 75t

Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo

TOZO NC7

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Other earbuds we considered (that didn’t make the list):

• Skullcandy Indy ANC: A bit older TWS earbuds with punchy bass. They lack app options like EQ and control customization, which earbuds on the list have.
• Anker SoundCore Life A1: They are bassy and perform well but are superseded by newer Anker earbuds in the list and under honorable mentions.
• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: While they have a bassy sound, it isn’t sufficient amount for a serious bass head.

How We Tested Them?

Each pair of earbuds in our list is objectively tested by measuring frequency response (see graphs in full reviews).

Then, we listen to them personally and describe what we hear. Altogether, we test them on 9 key points: Sound quality, noise isolation, ANC, battery life, comfort, features, etc. This helps us compare and pick the best-performing earbuds that we can confidently recommend.

Read on our testing and scoring methodology.

How did we choose the models?

As mentioned above, we primarily focused on 2 decision points: bass and fit quality, with other features as the third criterion.

So, all recommended earbuds perform well and have powerful bass. We choose from many earbuds (we tested 192 headphones altogether). Then we ranked them for different user needs and prices: from general to specific and cheaper towards the bottom.

Related: What are bass headphones and earbuds

How to Choose the Right Bassy Earbuds for You?

There are 2 things important for bass in earbuds:

1. The quality and power of the drivers: Better and bigger drivers produce deeper and more controlled bass.
2. How they fit: If the earbuds lose an airtight fit, the bass escapes out of the ear. So, you can’t hear it even if the drivers do a good job.

This is why we primarily focused on these 2 things in particular. For bass performance, you need capable drivers and a stable, airtight fit to deliver the beat to the eardrums.

Apart from extra bass, you should also look at these factors:

Sound quality: Music isn’t just bass

(Don’t get angry), but music isn’t just bass. Some of these earbuds have amazing acoustics with the latest sophisticated technology. But apart from playing deep, punchy bass, you also want to hear mids and highs.

Sound isolation: Don’t let the bass escape

Passive noise isolation is important for experiencing a full and rich sound. Many of the in-ear monitors on the list offer great passive protection from ambient noise.

As mentioned before, you need an airtight fit for deep bass with any in-ear headphones (earphones). Otherwise, the bass leaks out, and you don’t hear it.

See the best noise isolating headphones.

Comfort: Nobody likes itchy ears

What good are strong, punchy earbuds if they get uncomfortable after a couple of minutes? They’re useless.

Instead, you should get comfortable buds with an ergonomic design and many different eartips. Thankfully, we personally test every pair for an extended time to learn if they get uncomfortable over time.

Price: Why pay more than you have to?

You don’t have to pay much for earbuds with powerful bass. You can get good bass for an affordable price under $100. Though, the top buds will cost you over $200.

For more, see the best cheap earbuds.

Durability: Can you drop them?

We all sometimes accidentally drop our earbuds. The question is: Do they survive? Some earbuds are well-built from sturdy materials that last for years and can survive a drop or two. And some can’t.

We’ve included in the list only those that will stand the test of time.

Furthermore, look for minimally IPX4 if you want to use them for working out or take them outside in the rain.

Let’s get back on topic.

What to Expect from Bass-Heavy Earbuds?

While many earbuds have fancy names like: “precision enhanced bass” or “extra bass.” It sounds nice. But earbuds suffer one major flaw when producing bass:

They’re small.

The audio quality is significantly limited by physics, and small earbuds aren’t known for generating head-dizzying bass. To get great bass out of IEMs, you need to pick the right models.

But don’t be discouraged. Small doesn’t mean bad in every case. The models on our list excel in deep, punchy, yet clean and precise bass that will make you smile.

Nonetheless, you shouldn’t expect the same power and depth as from the best bass headphones.

What are bassy earbuds best for?

Here are where they excel:

• They’re best for listening in the gym for a good workout rhythm and to make you push harder. For bigger gym options, see the best workout headphones.
• For running (outside or indoors): Research suggests you run faster when listening to bassy music.
• Perfect for listening to bass-heavy music genres (like EDM, Techno, Electronics, Hip Hop, Rap, Rock & Techno)
• Great for traveling: Bassy earbuds come with good noise isolation, which also helps lower the noise during travel.
• Great for watching movies: Explosions and suspenseful rumble come alive with bassy-heavy earbuds. It makes movies more fun.

How long do bass earbuds last?

Bass-heavy earbuds last as long as regular earbuds. Their longevity mainly depends on build and material quality (which we discuss in each review).

• The average earbuds last at least a couple of years.

The main reason modern Bluetooth earbuds stop working is battery deterioration. Every battery has a limited recharge cycle built in.

If you live in the USA or EU, all headphones come with at least 1-year guarantee. So, if you ever have any problems or malfunctions, you can always ask for a replacement or a refund.

How to Get the Most Bass from Earphones (earbuds, in-ear monitors)?

“Help! My earbuds have no bass?”

To get powerful bass out of earbuds (in-ear monitors), you need an airtight fit.

Without a snug fit, you won’t get strong bass, no matter how big the drivers. It’s crucial to get a good, airtight fit. Here’s a guide on how to keep earbuds from falling out.

Here’s how to get an airtight fit:

• Put the earbuds in your ears with medium eartips. See how they feel.
• If they feel loose, try bigger eartips that fully close your ear canal. The bass should amplify.
• If they feel tight, try smaller eartips and check if the bass stays the same while improving comfort.
• Once you’ve tested all the eartips, you’ll notice using some eartips produces more bass than others.

The eartips that produce the most bass also give you the most airtight fit.

Before you judge any earbuds and their lack of bass, make sure to thoroughly test different positions and ear tips. Sometimes changing silicone with memory-foam eartips makes all the difference.

Related:

• How to boost bass on PC
• How to increase bass in headphones

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Conclusion

So, in our opinion, if you want quality earbuds with powerful bass, get the Beats PowerBeats Pro (see review).

Last update: Edited the guide and FAQ questions.