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Best Samsung Earbuds for Running

The fit, design, and quality of your earbuds are crucial for hitting your stride, whether you’re pacing for a PB or commuting home after a long day. Power your runs with quality sound, fuel yourself towards the next checkpoint with your favourite playlist, and let crystal clear pace callouts drive you forwards. But first of all, you’ll need to figure out what’s most important when looking for your running earbuds.

Avoid the distraction of any discomfort midway through your run, or having to pause to pull out your phone to skip that slow song – and digging deep becomes much harder when your headphones have died in your ear halfway home. However and whenever you run, your earbuds should be able to keep up.

What’s important when choosing wireless earbuds for running?

 

In-ear comfort

Comfort is key. The right earbuds should allow you to forget they’re in your ears at all.
A close up of a Galaxy Bud4 Pro in the left ear A close up of a Galaxy Bud4 Pro in the left ear
 

Hands-free control

The perfect wireless earbuds for running should allow you control of your audio without lifting a finger.
Arrows pointing in different directions around a face to indicate Galaxy Buds4 Pro hands-free activation of call and Bixby Arrows pointing in different directions around a face to indicate Galaxy Buds4 Pro hands-free activation of call and Bixby
 

Sound quality

Keep your motivation up with astounding sound and noise cancellation technology.
A person has their eyes closed whilst wearing the Galaxy Buds A person has their eyes closed whilst wearing the Galaxy Buds
 

Adjustable noise cancelling

Running through busy streets require a balance between blocking out the world and remaining alert.
The inside mechanics of a Galaxy Buds4 Pro is shown The inside mechanics of a Galaxy Buds4 Pro is shown

Why choose Samsung Galaxy Buds for running?

Galaxy Buds are a great range of earbuds for running due to their great sound, Active Noise Cancellation, and smart AI-assisted features that allow minimal disturbance to your exercise. This means you can enjoy whatever music, podcast, or audiobook that is powering your runs without breaking your stride. Designed to be comfortable, customisable, and with seamless audio controls, the latest Galaxy Buds4 Pro can slot right into your running routine.

Seamless AI

With interactive AI, you can continue running while answering that phone call or finding the right song for your segment with seamless Galaxy AI1 access and smart head gestures.

1. Available when connected to a Samsung Galaxy smartphone with Galaxy AI.

1. Available when connected to a Samsung Galaxy smartphone with Galaxy AI.

Full-spectrum sound

Music is motivation, so you’ll want to hear every beat. The latest range of Samsung earbuds, Galaxy Buds4, provide full-spectrum sound in ultra high-quality2, thanks to the 2-way speakers and finely tuned tweeters and woofers in the Galaxy Buds4 Pro.

2. Ultra-high-quality audio up to 24-bit/96kHz available on selected Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 6.1.1 or above.

2. Ultra-high-quality audio up to 24-bit/96kHz available on selected Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 6.1.1 or above.

Smart Noise Cancellation

Adjust your noise cancellation mode to suite your running environment. When you need the motivation, tune the world out and focus on your pace with Active Noise Cancellation. And with ANC, you can listen to your favourite playlist, audio book, or your pacing callouts at a frequency tailored to you. Ambient Sound mode ensures crystal clear notes while also being aware of the world around you, perfect for runs through busy city streets.

All-day comfort

Galaxy Buds are shaped for all-day comfort. With a range of tips, they’re sure to fit ears of all shapes and sizes. This means you’ll never find yourself fatigued by your earbuds mid-run, allowing you to run for longer. The new Galaxy Buds4 represent a new, ergonomic shape with a breathable, open-style design, so you’ll never need to worry about discomfort, even during marathon-length runs.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds are designed to work perfectly with other Galaxy products – they make up the Samsung Health ecosystem! You can connect your Galaxy smartphone, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Ring, and Samsung smart home appliances to help you achieve your long-term health goals.

What is the difference between Samsung earbuds for runners?

Compare the latest Galaxy Buds lineup below to find the perfect one for you!

  • Weight

  • Adaptive ANC

  • Adaptive EQ

  • Galaxy AI

  • Speaker

  • Touch

  • Earbud: 5.06g

    Case: 44.5g
  • Enhanced
  • Enhanced (Up to 2 kHz)
  • Enhanced Adaptive EQ
    Seamless AI
    Voice Command
    Enhanced Real Time Intepreter
  • 2-Way Speaker
    11mm Dynamic + 5x4mm Planar Tweeter
  • Pinch Control, Touch Swipe
  • Earbud: 4.7g

    Case: 45.7g
  • Supported
  • Enhanced Adaptive EQ
    Seamless AI
    Enhanced Real Time Intepreter
  • Enhanced Adaptive EQ
    Seamless AI
    Enhanced Real Time Intepreter
  • 1-Way Speaker
    11m Dynamic Driver
  • Pinch Control, Touch Swipe
  • Earbud: 5g

    Case: 41.8g
  • Supported
  • Not Supported
  • Real Time Intepreter
  • 1-Way Speaker
  • Pinch Control, Swipe Control

What earbuds will I need for my runs?

Long Distance Runners

For long runs, you need your earbuds to be comfortable, durable, and produce quality sound to keep you motivated. If you’re planning to be on the road for 1 or 2 hours, you don’t want your battery dying on you, especially if you have pace targets you want to keep track of with ease.

For extended comfort for that upcoming half-marathon, Galaxy Buds4 Pro comes with a range of tips to make sure they’re comfortable in ears of all shapes and sizes.

High Tempo Runners

Tempo runs require a secure fitting earbud that won’t slip out when you’re pushing yourself to the limit. Plus, if you’re attempting to keep to a pace, you’ll need clear sound for audio pacing mid-run that cuts through your running playlist. And when speed matters, you’ll want to make sure that controls don’t require you to pull out your phone.

Whether it’s convenient voice control or a simple head gesture, the Galaxy Buds4 Pro keep you focused on your speed.

For Marathon Runners

Whether it’s London, Boston or New York, a marathon requires every ounce of strength and concentration runners can muster. You’ll want headphones that you can rely on for comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation. With Galaxy Buds’ Active Noise Cancellation, you can tailor your sound to highlight the crowd’s cheers when you need the boost and block them out when you’re digging deep on mile 18.

Choose Galaxy Buds4 Pro as your marathon headphones and avoid the frustration of needing to pull out your phone at every water stop. Skip, pause, and control volume with a few words, or a quick touch swipe when you’re running out of breath.

On Race Day

On race day, you’ll want the ability to cut out the noise but also to pick out important directions and safety notices over the crowds. Avoid dips in your pace to achieve that all-important PB with simple voice commands, allowing you to update friends and family on your progress and skip that slow song for your final few kilometres!

With ultra high-quality audio3, the Galaxy Buds4 offer full immersion in your favourite podcast, playlist, or audiobook, even when you’re chasing down the Parkrun finish line. Plus, with intelligent and powerful ANC, loudspeaker announcements and sirens will break through to keep you alert.

3. Ultra-high-quality audio up to 24-bit/96kHz available on selected Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 6.1.1 or above.

3. Ultra-high-quality audio up to 24-bit/96kHz available on selected Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 6.1.1 or above.

Your Commuter Runs

Your runs to and from the office require quality sound, but also the ability to hear your surroundings. You’ll want ambient sound modes, and a design that shields wind noises but allows you to know where the traffic is around you. A sleek case is also important to slip into your work bag without adding bulk.

Galaxy Buds4 can automatically adjust the Active Noise Cancellation and tone, so if you turn onto a busy city street, they can nudge up the ANC, and even return it to a normal level when you reach your office so you can greet colleagues at the door.

Tips for running with Galaxy Buds

If you’re new to running with earbuds, there are a few things you can do to maximise your sound and comfort experience.

 

Choose the perfect earbud size for you

While it can be easy to just want to plug and play as soon as you unpack your Buds, you should test out the different earbud sizes that come with your Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro. This will ensure optimum comfort, meaning they neither slip out of your ear nor become uncomfortable after long periods.
Galaxy Buds4 Pro inside an open earbuds case Galaxy Buds4 Pro inside an open earbuds case
 

Tailor your EQ settings

You should also keep volume at a safe level at all times, particularly when running for long periods. Customise your EQ with the Galaxy Buds4 Pro and tailor frequencies on your favourite running songs, pumping up the bass when you need it.

Choose from five EQ settings on your Galaxy Buds4 earbuds. The adaptive EQ optimises sound to suit your ear shape, for a more accurate and personalised tone.
A smartphone is surrounded by an earbud on each side A smartphone is surrounded by an earbud on each side

Which Active Noise Cancelling level should I choose for my runs?

With Galaxy Buds4 and range, Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) is not one size fits all. You can adjust your ANC level depending on what you need and when. Here’s what to consider for each mode.

Ready to choose your new running Bud?

Much like your running trainers or smart watch, the power of the right running earbud should not be underestimated. You’ll want to consider your safety, secure fit, and also sound quality, so you never have to worry about anything but the track in front of you. If you’re looking to invest in earbuds you can forget are even there, Galaxy Buds4 are the ideal choice.

Get your hands on Galaxy Buds4 Pro or Galaxy Buds4 and link it up with the new Galaxy S26 Ultra or Galaxy S26 to experience the Samsung ecosystem for your run. They’re designed to perfectly complement one another, for a streamlined Galaxy experience. For an exceptional audio experience, it has to be Galaxy.

Most common questions

Explore answers to frequent queries below.