Belkin Belkin SoundForm Anywhere True Wireless Earbuds Review
The Belkin SoundForm Anywhere earbuds offer all-day comfort and battery life for just $35, but you'll be making a trade-off on sound and call quality. Here's who should buy them.
The 30-Second Version
For $35, these are the best semi-in-ear buds you can get. Just don't try to make phone calls with them.
Overview
For $35, the Belkin SoundForm Anywhere earbuds are a shockingly competent pair of semi-in-ear buds. The one thing you need to know is that they're built for comfort and convenience first, and they nail those basics. If you hate the feeling of silicone tips jammed in your ears, these are a fantastic alternative that stays put and lets you hear the world around you.
Performance
The surprise here is how well the core features hold up for the price. Battery life lands in the 96th percentile, which is wild for a budget pair. You get a legit 6 hours from the buds and 20 more from the case. The connectivity is also rock-solid, scoring in the 96th percentile, and the ANC is decent enough to take the edge off a noisy commute. Just don't expect them to compete with premium sound.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Insane battery life for the price. 98th
- Super comfortable, flush semi-in-ear design that's perfect for side sleepers. 88th
- Excellent Bluetooth connectivity with multipoint support. 86th
- The tiny case with a keyring is a genius touch for portability. 81th
Cons
- Sound quality is just okay—it's fine for podcasts, but music lacks punch.
- The microphone is terrible for calls; people will struggle to hear you.
- No customizable EQ in the app, just a few basic presets.
- IPX4 water resistance is good for sweat, but don't take them swimming.
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Wearing Style | Dual Ear True Wireless Earbud |
| Ear Tips | S |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Sweat & Water Resistance |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 6 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 6 |
| Charge Time | 0.17 |
| Fast Charging | 10min=1.5hrs |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 20 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | No |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | iOS, Android |
| Volume Limiting | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 |
Value & Pricing
At $35, these are an easy recommendation for anyone who prioritizes comfort and battery life over audiophile-grade sound. You're getting features that usually cost twice as much.
Price History
vs Competition
Compared to the Nothing Ear (a), which is also in the budget space, the Belkins win on comfort and battery but lose on sound customization and mic quality. If you need better noise cancellation and sound, the Anker Soundcore P3i is a strong competitor around the same price, but it uses traditional in-ear tips. The Belkins' unique selling point is their semi-in-ear fit—if that's what you want, they're basically your only good option under $50.
| Spec | Belkin Belkin SoundForm Anywhere True Wireless Earbuds | Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Technics Technics EAH-AZ80 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless | Apple Airpods Pro 3 Apple AirPods Pro with Wireless MagSafe Charging | Jabra Jabra Evolve2 Buds USB-A UC Earbuds with USB-A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless In-Ear Headphones (Black) | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Case Battery Hours | 20 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 24 | 25 |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | true | true | true | true | true | true |
Common Questions
Q: Are these good for working out?
Yes, the IPX4 rating handles sweat just fine, and the secure, flush fit means they won't fall out during a run.
Q: How's the noise cancellation?
It's decent for the price—good enough to dull bus engine noise or office chatter, but it won't silence the world.
Q: Can you use just one earbud at a time?
Yep, both earbuds work independently, which is great for taking calls or listening while keeping one ear open.
Who Should Skip This
If you're an audiophile or you take a lot of work calls, skip these. The sound is merely adequate and the mic is bad. Go get the Anker Soundcore P3i instead for better sound and call quality, even if it means dealing with ear tips.
Verdict
We'd recommend these in a heartbeat for runners, commuters, or anyone who finds most earbuds uncomfortable. They're a specialist tool, not a do-everything champion. Just know you're trading some sound quality and call clarity for all-day comfort and convenience.