Apple AirPods Pro
Score: 77/100
Apple AirPods 3rd Generation
Score: 54/100Rankings
Apple AirPods Pro deliver industry-leading active noise cancellation, spatial audio, and tight integration with iOS devices. They offer a comfortable fit, good call quality, and solid battery life, though the price is high and the battery cannot be replaced.
AirPods (3rd Gen) provide a comfortable, lightweight fit, spatial audio and impressive total battery life via a MagSafe case, but lack ANC and rely on a single AAC codec. They integrate tightly with Apple devices and are sweat-resistant, making them a solid everyday choice for iPhone users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4.5 hours | 6 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.4 g | 4.28 gbest |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | true | false |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 5.4 g | 4.28 g |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 4.5 hours | 6 hours |
Charging Port Type | Lightning, Qi, MagSafe | USB-C |
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Professional reviewers consistently praise the AirPods Pro for delivering Apple's best-in-class noise cancellation, a refined ergonomic design, and longer battery life in the second generation.
Everyday users love the seamless pairing, comfortable fit, and the immersive spatial audio experience, while noting the lack of EQ controls, occasional fit discomfort, and the high price.
Professional reviewers commend the AirPods 3 for delivering noticeably better audio, a more secure fit, and the addition of Spatial Audio and MagSafe charging, while noting the absence of ANC and limited codec support as primary shortcomings.
Everyday users love the effortless pairing, comfort and long battery life, but miss having active noise cancellation and wish for more color options and on-ear volume controls.
