Anker SoundBuds Curve Wireless Headphones, $26.99, available at
Amazon
My fiancé and I have gone through two pairs of these Anker headphones, and we've gifted them to friends and co-workers — it's that good. For under $30, these headphones can't be beat.
These headphones aren't flashy and honestly they don't have great noise cancelling capabilities, but we really like them for the low-profile design and durability — they're water resistant, so perfect for sweaty runs and workouts. I also personally use it every day even when I'm not working out to listen to podcasts and music during my commute or when I'm multitasking while talking on the phone; the built-in speaker has been a game-changer for me.
The brand also has a great 18-month warranty and customer service is nice and reliable. — Jada Wong, editor