TOZO NC3

The TOZO NC3 delivers best-in-class battery life, strong hybrid ANC, and excellent call quality for around $36. Build quality is the weak spot, and the fit won't work for everyone. But if you want maximum features per dollar, these are hard to beat.

The 12mm driver pushes out surprisingly deep bass, and the OrigX 2.0 tuning gives the sound a warm, punchy character that lands in the 80th percentile for sound quality. ANC is a genuine strength here, hitting the 93rd percentile with up to 45dB of noise reduction. It won't embarrass a Sony flagship, but it'll mute a bus engine or office chatter without breaking a sweat. The six-mic setup is also a standout, ranking in the 97th percentile for call quality. Battery life is the headline act: 13 hours per charge with ANC off, 9.5 with it on, and the case stretches that to 68 hours total. A 10-minute quick charge gets you an hour of playback. Connectivity is solid at the 90th percentile, though a few owners report occasional crackling or static.

Against the Sony WF-C700N, the NC3 actually wins on battery life and mic quality, but Sony takes the build and comfort crown. The Anker Space A40 offers better ANC and a more premium feel, but costs more and doesn't match the NC3's battery endurance. The EarFun Air Pro 4+ is a closer fight, with similar features but a slightly higher price and better fitness credentials. The Nothing Ear (3) is in a different league for design and sound refinement, but you're paying triple for that privilege. For pure value, the NC3 holds its own against all of them.

At $36, the NC3 is an absurd value. You're getting top-tier battery life, strong ANC, and excellent call quality for less than a tank of gas. The sound is genuinely enjoyable, and the 32 EQ presets in the TOZO app give you plenty of room to tweak. Sure, the build feels plasticky and there's no wireless charging, but those are easy trade-offs at this price. If you want the most features per dollar, this is one of the best deals in wireless earbuds right now.

The TOZO NC3 is one of those earbuds that makes you wonder why anyone pays $200 for the big brands. For around $36, you get hybrid ANC, a 12mm driver, Bluetooth 5.3, and a battery that just refuses to die. The spec sheet reads like something twice the price, and our database puts the battery life in the 98th percentile for this category. That's not a typo.

But it's not all sunshine. The build quality sits in the 34th percentile, which is a polite way of saying these feel budget-tier in the hand. And the fitness score is rough at 43.1 out of 100, so if you're planning to run marathons with these, keep reading.

Skip these if you need earbuds for running or gym sessions. The fitness score is a dismal 43.1 out of 100, and the fit is too loose for vigorous movement. Also skip if you have small ears, since multiple owners report the NC3 falling out easily. And if you want a premium build with wireless charging, look at the Anker Space A40 or Sony WF-C700N instead.

If you want earbuds that last forever on a charge, cancel noise effectively, and make you sound clear on calls, the TOZO NC3 is a no-brainer at $36. They're perfect for commuters, office workers, and anyone who hates charging their earbuds every day. Just don't expect a premium build or a secure fit for intense workouts.