
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds - True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Score: 81/100
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro AI
Score: 81/100
$139.00
Rankings

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds deliver premium ANC, balanced sound and a solid 8.5-hour battery life, complemented by fast charging and multipoint connectivity. Their bulkier shape and lack of high-resolution codecs keep them from being truly flagship-level.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer premium true-wireless performance with AI-driven sound tuning, adaptive ANC and an IP57 rating, though battery life and case durability fall short of some rivals.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
8.5 hoursbest | 5.5 hours | |
9 mbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 70 g | 5.39 gbest |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 70 g | 5.39 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP57 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8.5 hours | 5.5 hours |

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Professional reviewers praise the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for their superior ANC, balanced sound, and long battery life, noting they rival Sony WF-1000XM5 in noise cancellation but fall short in codec support and spatial audio.
Users love the exceptional noise cancellation, long battery life, and secure fit, but complain about the earbuds' size, overly sensitive touch controls, and the app's usability.

“Best noise cancellation I've ever used-blocks out subway noise completely.”

“Battery lasts all day, and the case charges quickly.”

“The fit is perfect with the stability bands; they don't fall out during runs.”



Professional reviewers commend the Buds 3 Pro for its robust IP57 durability, AI-driven audio tuning and adaptive ANC that rivals Sony and Bose, while noting the sound may not outclass audiophile-grade rivals.
Everyday users praise the superior noise cancellation, handy translation feature and IP57 durability, but express frustration over shorter-than-advertised battery life, a scratch-prone case and occasional touch-control sensitivity.