True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Xiaomi FlipBuds 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
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
78Great
$64
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
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $64 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 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 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 7 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 28 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Xiaomi AI assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 60 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
| 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
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro are well-rounded true wireless earbuds that deliver solid audio and effective hybrid noise cancellation at a competitive price. They offer a long total battery life of up to 28 hours with the charging case, plus useful features like wireless charging, multipoint connectivity, and quick charging. While their performance is strong overall, some usability quirks and compatibility limitations outside the Xiaomi ecosystem may give some users pause.
- Pro:Balanced sound with good clarity
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Long total battery life with case
- Con:ANC mode cuts battery to around 5 hours
- Con:Controls and app features work best with Xiaomi phones
- Con:Design is fairly plain and mainstream
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