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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Tronsmart Apollo Active: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Tronsmart Apollo Active, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score 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
Tronsmart Apollo Active

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Specifications

Specification comparison of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Tronsmart Apollo Active
SpecApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)Tronsmart Apollo Active
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$125$70
HearWiki score84 / 100 · GreatNot scored
Released20222021
Audio
DriverdynamicCustomised graphene drivers
Driver size11 mm-
Drivers per side2-
Frequency response20 Hz - 20,000 Hz-
Impedance16 Ω-
Sensitivity100 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.2
Bluetooth version5.3-
CodecsSBC, AACaptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairingNo-
Battery
Battery life-5 h
Battery incl. case30 h-
Wireless chargingYes-
Features
ANC typeadaptive-
Transparency modeYes-
Companion appYes-
Custom EQNo-
Wear detectionYes-
Controlsboth-
Voice assistantSiri-
Design
Weight10.6 g-
Case weight50.8 g-
Water resistanceIP54-
FoldableNo-
Detachable cableNo-
USB-CYes-
Model code-Apollo Air/Air+

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

Tronsmart Apollo Active

The Tronsmart Apollo Active are true wireless earbuds featuring hybrid active noise cancellation that reduces ambient sound by up to 35dB. They rely on a Qualcomm chipset for stable Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and support aptX and aptX Adaptive codecs, while custom graphene drivers aim to deliver clear audio. Battery life reaches 5 hours per charge, with the charging case extending total playtime to around 20 hours, though wireless charging is not included at this price point.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Good codec support with aptX Adaptive
  • Pro:Stable Bluetooth 5.2 connection
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Battery life per charge is modest
  • Con:No in-ear detection feature

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