Redmi Buds 8 Pro

Xiaomi continues its assault on the budget audio market with the Redmi Buds 8 Pro — wireless earbuds that pack premium features into an incredibly affordable €69.99 price tag. These are essentially the budget earbuds we'd recommend to anyone who wants ANC without the premium price.

The standout feature is 55dB active noise cancellation — that's flagship-level noise blocking that rivals earbuds costing three times as much. It works exceptionally well for a budget set, silencing airplane engines, office chatter, and subway rumble effectively. There's also a transparency mode for when you need to hear your surroundings.

Audio quality is surprisingly good for the price. The 12.4mm titanium drivers deliver punchy bass and clear mids. You get LDAC codec support for hi-res audio, plus spatial audio with head tracking — features you won't find on most budget earbuds. The sound signature is fun and energetic, perfect for pop, hip-hop, and electronic music.

Battery life is solid: up to 8 hours on a single charge (with ANC off), and the charging case provides an additional 24 hours. With ANC on, expect around 5-6 hours. The case charges via USB-C.

Other features include Google Fast Pair, multipoint connectivity (connect to two devices), touch controls, and an IPX4 water resistance rating for workouts. The earbuds come in three colors: Obsidian Black, Glacier Blue, and Cloud White.

At €69.99, these are an absolute steal. The only real competitors in this price range are the Nothing Ear (a) and Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, both of which cost more and offer less ANC. Xiaomi has once again proven that you don't need to spend big for great sound.

If you want affordable ANC earbuds that don't compromise on features, these are it.