The $99.99 Galaxy Buds FE join the Galaxy S23 FE and the Galaxy Tab S9 FE in Samsung’s lineup of value-minded gear. These true wireless earphones deliver good active noise cancellation (ANC), produce bass-forward sound, and feature a quality mic array for less than half the price of the $229.99 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Their Android-only mobile app could use more customization options, though, and their water-resistance rating is well below average. Samsung device owners might be able to look past those downsides given the cross-device syncing, but most people are better off with the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC. For the same price, those earphones offer better noise cancellation, a cross-platform app with an adjustable EQ, and a more durable build.A Simple Design That’s Less Durable Than Most Available in graphite (gray) or white, the Galaxy Buds FE sport a matte finish with capacitive outer touch panels. They ship with three pairs of silicone eartips and two pairs of wingtips (for add...
The Galaxy Buds FE offer a deep low-frequency response, crisp mics, and respectable noise cancellation for a reasonable price, but they're less durable than much of the competition and best suited to Samsung device owners.