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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Powerbeats Fit: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro 3 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro 3 - Outstanding overall at around $179.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • Powerbeats Fit
HearWiki score
86
71
Sound
8.6
6.6
Noise cancelling
9.3
7.8
Battery
7.3
7.2
Calls
7.4
5.8
Value
8.3
5.8
Price (USD)
$180
$200

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Both shipped in 2025. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Apple AirPods Pro 3 adds Wireless charging and Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

  • AirPods Pro 32025
  • Powerbeats Fit2025
What differsAirPods Pro 3Powerbeats Fit

Everyday features

Wireless charging
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4

Level on: Bluetooth, Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Powerbeats Fit
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$200
HearWiki score
86
71
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
9.5 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
10.7 mm
9.5 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
8 h
7 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
6 h
Battery incl. case
-
30 h
Quick charge
-
5 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
both
Voice assistant
Siri
Siri
Weight
5.5 g
5.8 g
Case weight
44 g
49.8 g
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
6
Microphone type
beamforming
-

What reviewers said

Apple AirPods Pro 3

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that combine adaptive active noise cancellation with a comfortable, secure fit. They deliver clear calls, robust battery life, and a balanced sound profile, all wrapped in an IP57-rated design that handles water and dust. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging, they offer a polished experience for Apple and non-Apple users alike.

  • Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
  • Pro:Clear call quality with beamforming mics
  • Pro:Strong battery life of 8 hours with ANC on
  • Con:Fit may be tricky for some ears
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)

Powerbeats Fit

The Powerbeats Fit are secure, workout-focused true wireless earbuds that combine adaptive noise cancellation with a compact, hook-style design. They offer solid battery life, a stable fit for exercise, and practical features like transparency mode and multipoint connectivity, though they lack wireless charging and advanced extras like heart-rate tracking. Overall, they deliver a dependable, if not groundbreaking, experience for active listeners.

  • Pro:Secure and stable ear-hook fit for workouts
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC and transparency mode
  • Pro:Good battery life with charging case
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is modest at 6 hours
  • Con:Lacks heart-rate sensing found on some Beats models

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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