The Nothing Ear (3a) Are Some of the Best $100 Earbuds You Can Get

And unlike many earbuds under $100, they’re well made. The ample use of plastic often gives the game away, but the Ear (3a) feels significantly better than its competition, even down to the case, which is reassuringly solid and slips nicely into a pocket.

Fit is another strength. I have used AirPods Pro for years and have yet to find earbuds with better fit and interface, but Nothing’s stem design comes close. As with previous models, the pinch controls are responsive and intuitive. Skipping tracks, pausing music, and switching noise-canceling modes rarely requires a second attempt. You can customize the stem controls via the app too. There’s also a fit check test in the app that assesses the seal in your ears to ensure you’ve chosen the right size silicone tips.

It’s a tiny detail, but Nothing has added a LED strip to the case. One, two, or three white...

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