Amazon Big Spring Sale earbuds deals 2026: Sony, Apple, Nothing

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If you were hoping Amazon's Big Spring Sale would bring some solid earbud deals, you're in luck. The event runs through March 31, and there are plenty of great tech discounts. These aren't the best wireless earbud deals we've ever seen, but if you need a new pair of buds, you can catch Apple AirPods, the new Sony LinkBuds Clip, and the trendy Nothing Ear (a) noise-cancellers on sale.

So, while Amazon is busy pushing camping gear and cleaning supplies on its homepage, there are some genuinely great markdowns on premium audio gear hiding in the mix.

Here are the best wireless earbud deals to grab before the sale ends.

Best deal overall

Why we like it

If you have the budget for a premium audio upgrade, the Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are my favorite overall pick right now. They just launched last month with a pretty hefty $329.99 price tag, so seeing them drop to $298 this early is a surprisingly fast discount.

When I tested these for my official review, I was legitimately distracted by how good the music sounded right out of the box. They're easily the most well-rounded and effective noise-cancelling earbuds released in the past year, effortlessly handling everything from shrieking guitar riffs to heavy bass without getting crunchy. Even my editor, Timothy Beck Werth, agreed the audio is "really darn good."

I do have to mention a minor hang-up, though: the touch controls aren't quite as seamless as you'd expect for the price. However, if you're looking for a comfortable fit for all-day wear and top-tier noise cancellation, these might just be the best earbuds of the year.

Check out our full review of the Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds.

Best AirPods deal

Why we like it

The AirPods Pro 3 are still quite new, having only hit the market this past fall. The earbuds are undeniably the best Apple has released yet, featuring two times the noise cancellation power of the second-gen Pros, a well-rounded sound profile, eight hours of battery life per charge, a built-in heart rate monitor, and live translation features. In his review of the buds, Mashable contributor Adam Doud wrote, "Overall, the AirPods Pro 3 are a remarkable upgrade, even over the AirPods Pro 2, which were already very good."

Check out our full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99.99 $129 (save $29.01)

• Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $149 $179 (save $30)

Best budget pick

Why we like it

If you just need a reliable pair of everyday earbuds and refuse to drop a ton of cash, the Anker Soundcore P20i are my favorite budget pick. They're usually priced around $39.99, which is already a steal, but dropping to $19.98 for the Big Spring Sale makes them an immediate add-to-cart.

Even at this rock-bottom price, you still get 10mm drivers that deliver surprisingly punchy bass, plus 10 hours of battery life on a single charge (and 30 hours total with the case). They also hook up to the Soundcore app so you can mess around with 22 different EQ presets and use the "Find My Earbuds" feature if you lose one in the couch cushions.

Just keep in mind that for 20 bucks, you aren't getting active noise cancellation or multipoint pairing — but for commutes, podcasts, or just keeping a backup pair in your gym bag, they easily punch above their weight class.

Even more Amazon Big Spring Sale earbuds deals

• CMF Buds 2a — $24.65 $39 (save $14.35)

• JBL Vibe Beam — $29.94 $49.95 (save $20.01)

• Sony WF-C510 — $44.95 $69.99 (save $25.04)

• Nothing Ear (a) — $58.99 $109 (save $50.01)

• OnePlus Buds 4 — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50)

• Sony WF-C710N — $88 $129.99 (save $41.99)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE — $128.21 $149.99 (save $21.78)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $169 $229 (save $60)

• Technics EAH-AZ100 — $247.99 $299.99 (save $52)

• Sony WF-1000XM6 — $298 $329.99 (save $31.99)

Best open earbuds deal

Why we like it

When it comes to open earbuds, it seems more and more options are coming out by the day. While the Bose Ultra Open earbuds are one of the most popular options, Sony's latest release, the Sony LinkBuds Clip, is worth a closer look. Like the Bose buds, they have a clip design built for maximizing comfort. Also like the Bose buds, they have excellent sound quality.

Mashable contributor Simon Cohen wrote in his review of the buds, "With the possible exception of Bose’s Ultra Open Earbuds ($299), the LinkBuds Clip are the best [open earbuds] I’ve heard." On sale, they're also over $100 cheaper than the Bose buds, so second-best in sound quality hardly feels like settling here.

Check out Mashable's full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

More open earbuds deals

• Soundcore V20i — $26.99 $49.99 (save $23)

• Soundcore C50i — $39.98 $69.99 (save $30.01)

• Shokz OpenMove — $54.94 $79.95 (save $25.01)

• Baseus Bowie MC1 Pro — $47.49 $89.99 (save $42.50)

• EarFun Clip — $48.98 $69.99 (save $21.01)

• Shokz OpenRun — $89.94 $129.95 (save $40.01)

• Shokz OpenComm2 — $134.95 $159.95 (save $25)

• Shokz OpenSwim Pro — $139.95 $179.95 (save $40)

• Shokz OpenRun Pro — $159.95 $179.95 (save $20)