True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus: 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
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
72Good
$150
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
Sound7.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, Scalable |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 11 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 22 h |
| Quick charge | - | 3 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | No |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 6.3 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 39.6 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX2 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 3 |
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless earbuds that deliver a balanced, neutral sound profile with improved battery life and call quality over their predecessor. While they lack active noise cancellation and advanced codec support, their comfortable fit, reliable performance, and strong app integration make them a solid everyday choice, especially at discounted prices. They offer practical features like wireless charging and USB-C, but their dated feature set faces stiff competition in today's market. Their strengths lie in versatility and dependable performance rather than cutting-edge specs.
- Pro:Balanced and neutral sound signature
- Pro:Excellent battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Clear call quality thanks to triple microphones
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Only IPX2 water resistance, not suitable for heavy workouts
- Con:Lacks multipoint connection and advanced codecs like aptX
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