True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$230
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs Powerbeats Pro 2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro 3 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 3 - Great overall at around $232.
True Wireless
Powerbeats Pro 2
78Great
$250
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.5
Battery8.0
Calls8.5
Value7.5
Powerbeats Pro 2
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery8.0
Calls7.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Powerbeats Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $230 | $250 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2025 | 2019 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 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 | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 10 h |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 45 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | 5 min = 1.5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | both |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.3 g | - |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | 69 g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | - |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that deliver top-tier active noise cancellation, clear call quality, and a well-balanced sound profile. They offer a robust feature set including adaptive ANC, wireless charging, and IP57 water resistance, though their higher price and somewhat finicky fit may give some buyers pause. Overall, they stand out as a polished, high-performance option for iOS users willing to invest in a premium experience.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Clear call quality in noisy environments
- Pro:Strong battery life with the charging case
- Con:Fit can be finicky and may lose seal easily
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:Only supports AAC codec
Powerbeats Pro 2
These workout-focused wireless earbuds bring active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and heart-rate tracking to a lighter, more compact design. They offer a secure fit, strong sound, and long battery life, though the smart features come at a premium price. The included charging case supports wireless charging and USB-C for added convenience.
- Pro:Secure, comfortable fit for workouts
- Pro:Effective active noise cancellation and transparency mode
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Con:Heart-rate tracking has limited usability
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:Battery life may fall short of official claims
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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