True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs FIIL CC: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
FIIL CC
68Good
$100
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
FIIL CC
Sound7.0
Battery4.0
Calls7.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | FIIL CC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $100 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 13.1 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 96 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 3.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 16 h |
| Full charge time | - | 40 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 40 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 2 |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
FIIL CC
These half-in-ear wireless earbuds stand out with a sleek design, solid sound, and reliable call quality, though their standout feature is the comfortable fit. Active noise cancellation helps in noisy settings, but the modest battery life and minimal app support keep them from being a complete package. Overall, they're a good pick if you value style and voice clarity over endurance.
- Pro:Sleek, distinctive design
- Pro:Good sound and call quality
- Pro:Comfortable half-in-ear fit
- Con:Short battery life per charge
- Con:Limited companion app features
- Con:Battery case adds only modest extra charge
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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