True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs TinHifi TinBuds 3: 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
TinHifi TinBuds 3
68Good
$89
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
TinHifi TinBuds 3
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.3
Battery5.0
Calls5.4
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | TinHifi TinBuds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $89 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 6.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | No |
| Custom EQ | No | No |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 6.2 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | - |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
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
TinHifi TinBuds 3
The TinHifi TinBuds 3 are wireless earbuds that prioritize a clear, mid-focused sound signature over extra features, offering a lightweight and comfortable fit with support for multiple Bluetooth codecs. They come in a bulky case that extends total playtime to around 30 hours, but their lack of ANC, app support, and other modern conveniences means they're aimed at listeners who value pure audio performance over functionality. Overall, they deliver decent sound for the price, but their performance is mixed due to issues like a potentially harsh treble, weak battery life in the buds themselves, and some connectivity quirks.
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight shells
- Pro:Clear, mid-focused sound with good detail
- Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive and low-latency codecs
- Con:No ANC or app support
- Con:Treble can sound hot or harsh
- Con:Microphone quality is poor
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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