DRQQ AirBuds 2

The DRQQ AirBuds 2 deliver surprisingly good build quality and punchy bass for the price, with ANC and wireless charging thrown in. Battery life is the big weakness, landing in the bottom 20% of our database. At $29 in the US, they're a steal. At EUR 90 in Europe, you can do better.

Sound quality sits comfortably in the upper-middle of the pack, with that big dynamic driver delivering the promised bass thump. AAC support helps on iPhones, and the overall tuning is fun rather than flat. ANC is decent for the price, cutting down constant hums like fans or AC units, but don't expect it to compete with Sony or Bose. The mic is fine for quick calls in quiet rooms, but the noise cancellation for calls is mediocre at best. Connectivity is solid with BT 5.1, though a few users report pairing hiccups with Samsung phones. The real weak spot is battery life, which lands in the bottom fifth of all earbuds we've tested. Five hours is short by 2024 standards, and the case doesn't do much to bail you out.

Stacked against the Soundcore P31i, the DRQQ AirBuds 2 win on build quality but lose badly on battery life. The Sony WF-C700N are in a different league for ANC and call quality, but they cost significantly more. The EarFun Air Pro 4+ offer better overall balance with longer battery and similar features, making them the smarter pick if you can stretch your budget. The Anker Space A40 crush these on battery and app support, though they're pricier. The JLab JBuds Pods ANC are the closest direct competitor, and honestly, they're a toss-up. If battery matters more than build, go JLab. If you want that premium feel and bass punch, the DRQQ hold their own.

At $29 in the US, these are an absolute steal. You're getting ANC, wireless charging, and solid build quality for less than a tank of gas. But the EUR pricing is all over the place, ranging from EUR 76 to EUR 90 across three listings. If you're in Europe, shop around. The cheapest EUR listing is the one to grab, because at EUR 90 you're suddenly competing with much better earbuds. For the US price, it's a no-brainer for budget buyers. For the higher EUR prices, you should think twice.

The DRQQ AirBuds 2 are budget true wireless earbuds that punch above their weight in a few key areas. Build quality is a genuine standout, and the sound signature leans into that deep bass promise without completely muddying the mids. ANC is here too, which is rare at this price point, though it's more 'takes the edge off' than 'silence the subway'.

But there's a catch. Battery life is rough, landing near the bottom of our database. Five hours per charge and a 30-hour case sounds okay on paper, but real-world reports and our testing suggest you'll be reaching for that Qi pad more often than you'd like. Still, for the money, there's a lot to like if you know what you're getting.

Skip these if battery life is a dealbreaker. Five hours per charge is short, and if you're a heavy user who hates charging cases every other day, look at the Anker Space A40 or EarFun Air Pro 4+ instead. Also skip if you take a lot of calls in noisy places, the mic just isn't up to it. And if you're in Europe paying EUR 90, you're in Sony WF-C700N territory, which is a much better buy at that price.

The DRQQ AirBuds 2 are for budget-conscious buyers who want ANC, wireless charging, and a fun bass-forward sound without spending real money. They're great for commuters on a tight budget, gym-goers who sweat a lot, and anyone who treats earbuds as semi-disposable. If you're in the US and can grab them for $29, just do it. If you're paying EUR 90, you're overpaying for what you get.