In recent years, earphones have advanced into all kinds of shapes and types; sports, gaming, or just to listen to music. There are various types and brands of earphones in Malaysia and you might be overwhelmed by the amount of options available. You must be thinking; Which one should I get? Which one is suitable for me?
Fret not, as here the top 10 best earphones in Malaysia
1. Apple Earpods with 3.5 mm Headphone Plug
I believe almost everyone has a pair of apple earpods these days, and for a good reason. These earphones are not only affordable, they also produce high quality sounds, their design is also sleek and subtle. Not to mention the long life these earphones have! You could use them for years and they’d still work fine. I’ve personally been using these for 5 years and they still work magnificently.
Specifications:
- Connection type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: United States
- Warranty: 1 year
Pros:
✅ Deep, rich bass tones
✅ Protection from water
✅ Button control for music and video playback
✅ Responsive microphone
✅ Answer and end calls
✅ Durable
Price: RM99
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
2. Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2
With Xiaomi’s technology advancements in recent years, their earphones have certainly made an impression among many, not because of the affordable price, but for the good audio quality as well. Their custom 7.2mm speakers deliver high quality sounds along with splendid bass performance – giving you a listening experience that you’ll certainly enjoy. Not to mention their design is also subtle and sleek.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Country of Origin: China
- Earphone Battery Capacity: 3.7V 43mAh
- Earphone Battery case capacity: 3.7V 310mAh
- Playtime: 4 hours
- Warranty: 1 Year
Pros & Cons:
✅ Good sound quality
✅ Strong bass
✅ Subtle design
✅ Water resistant
✅ Voice assistant
✅ Multi function buttons
❌ Wingtips not included
❌ Earphone control is too sensitive
Price: RM89
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
3. SoundMAGIC E11C
Though the earphone looks small, the soundMAGIC E11C earphone actually delivers vigorous audio and strong, crisp bass that trembles. The cables of the earphone also gives a high-end, classy look while wearing it.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: China
- Colour Available: Silver, Black
- Warranty: 1 Year
Pros & Cons:
✅ Sleek design
✅ Strong bass
✅ Great sound quality
❌ Occasional lag in audio timing
Price: RM149
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
4. Razer Hammerhead Pro V2
When people think of Razor, many would probably think of gaming as well. The Razer Hammerhead Pro V2 will certainly attract those who wish to look for quality gaming earphones within a limited budget. The earphone has a great improved bass performance for a better gaming experience. It’s sleek neon green design is also appealing to the eyes. The earphone is also equipped with control buttons for quick controls for song selections and music volume control – which is especially useful for gaming.
Specifications:
- Connection type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: United States
Pros:
✅ Great sound quality
✅ Song bass
✅ Sleek design
✅ Added accessories included
Price: RM43 (Shopee) | RM129 (Lazada)
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
5. OnePlus Bullets V2 Earphone
The company OnePlus has produced various types of earphones throughout the years, along with some great budget earphones with high sound quality as well. The great sound quality surrounds the listener, offering a great experience when listening to music. Not to mention you can even choose your own audio input cable to either be the classic 3.5MM jack or the newest USB type C.
Specifications:
- Connection type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: China
- Warranty: 6 months
Pros:
✅ Great sound quality
✅ Sleek design
✅ Tangle free cable design
Price: RM79 (Shopee) | RM69 (Lazada)
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
6. HyperX Cloud Earbuds
Here’s another one to you gamers out there! The HyperX Cloud Earbuds offers users an immersive surrounding sound audio experience whenever you game, since it is stated that they specially tuned their audio for a better gaming experience; like punchy, rich explosions sounds and footsteps sounds. If you are a serious gamer, this one is highly recommended!
Specifications:
- Connection Type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: United States
- Warranty: 2 Years
Pros:
✅ Great audio quality
✅ Customizable ear tips included
✅ Comfortable wearing
✅ Quick action button
Price: RM129 (Shopee) | RM179 (Lazada)
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
7. Edifier P180 Plus
Though Edifier had previously produced devices such as speakers and headphones, the Edifier P180 Plus remains one of the most popular earphones that offers good sound quality for an affordable price.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Country of Origin: China
- Warranty: 1 Year
Pros & Cons:
✅ Good sound quality
✅ Good microphone pickup sound
❌ Cheap build feeling
Price: RM29.90
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
8. Haylou GT6
Other than Xiaomi, Haylou GT6 is also a great pair of wireless earphones within an affordable price range that offers great sound quality as well, not to mention the earphone offers a comfortable fit as well. Many users are satisfied with how the audio feels well-balanced in both earphones and the bass is powerful just right.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: Bluetooth V5.2
- Connection type: Bluetooth
- Country of Origin: China
- Earphone battery capacity: 35mAh
- Battery case capacity: 310 mAh
- Playtime: 4 hours
- Warranty: 1 Year
Pros & Cons:
✅ Well balanced audio
✅ Comfortable fit
❌ Weird noise detected occasionally
Price: RM75.99 (Shopee) | RM64.90 (Lazada)
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
9. SoundPEATS TrueFree 2
The SoundPEATS TrueFree 2 offers a comfortable wearing experience that fits in one’s ear even when the user is moving much, it is especially suitable for a workout or for when you’re travelling on foot to somewhere. Though their audio quality is mediocre, their bass is great. If you are an EDM or dance music fan, who likes to move around a lot while listening to music, then this is the one for you.
Specification:
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Connection Type: Bluetooth
- Earphone battery capacity: 43mAh
- Battery case capacity: 380mAh
- Playtime: 4 hours
Pros & Cons:
✅ Comfortable fit
✅ Strong bass
❌ Mediocre sound quality
Price: RM129 (Shopee) | RM109 (Lazada)
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
10. JBL C100SI
JBL is another well known audio brand that produces quality earphones and speakers. The JBL C100SI promises quality audio as well, but within a budget price so it is able to cater to everyone wishing to get a pair of affordable earphones with good audio quality as well. In the earphone, there are 3 holes that are dedicated for only bass, delivering enhanced bass notes to the listener. The earphone is also comfortable to wear as there are 3 customizable tips to choose from to fit your ears.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: auxiliary input / headphone jack
- Colour Available: Black, Red, White
- Warranty: no
Pros & Cons:
✅ Great bass quality
✅ Nice audio quality
✅ Quick action button
✅ Great microphone receiver
❌ Cheap, fragile build
Price: RM21.77
*Price may vary at the time of purchase
With so many different types of earphones – wireless and wired. They serve different various functions and finding one that suits you might require some effort. Here are a lists of questions to reflect on when selecting a pair of earphones that suit you.
- How are you going to use your earphones?
Are you using your earphones for purposes such as gaming, working out, or just to listen to music when you’re on commute? For example, If you are looking to use them for gaming, then purchasing earphones that specialise in gaming would be best.
- Do you want them wireless or wired?
Some prefer wireless earphones for convenience and some don’t. Knowing your preference to which you prefer could help influence your decision in purchasing a pair of earphones that suits you.
- Choose a trusted brand
When it comes to choosing the right pair of earphones, choosing the right brand manufacturer is also important. Choosing a brand that you’ve had past pleasant experiences with will definitely make your purchase with them worth it!
Or if you really could not decide, you could always refer to the list and choose the one that you like best!
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