True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs TOZO NC9/ 20Decebel/ SoundLiberty 94/ Dyplay Shield Pro: 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
TOZO NC9/ 20Decebel/ SoundLiberty 94/ Dyplay Shield Pro
62Average
Price n/a
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
TOZO NC9/ 20Decebel/ SoundLiberty 94/ Dyplay Shield Pro
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling4.0
Battery6.0
Calls4.8
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | TOZO NC9/ 20Decebel/ SoundLiberty 94/ Dyplay Shield Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | - |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 9 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 14Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 72 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | - |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX6 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 2 |
| Call noise reduction | - | dual-microphone ENC |
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
TOZO NC9/ 20Decebel/ SoundLiberty 94/ Dyplay Shield Pro
These four budget-friendly wireless earbuds offer hybrid active noise cancellation, a comfortable fit, and smooth audio performance. They share similar specs like Bluetooth 5.3, touch controls, and app support, but differ slightly in tuning and features. The 20Decebel stands out for its app, the Dyplay offers a more balanced sound, while the Tozo NC9 lacks the ability to disable ANC entirely.
- Pro:Solid battery life with case
- Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
- Pro:Smooth, enjoyable sound signature
- Con:ANC effectiveness is not exceptionally strong
- Con:Tozo NC9 cannot turn off noise cancellation
- Con:Only AAC and SBC codec support
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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