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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Baseus Inspire XP1: 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 4 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • Baseus Inspire XP1
HearWiki score
86
76
Sound
8.6
8.0
Noise cancelling
9.3
8.2
Battery
7.3
8.0
Calls
7.4
7.5
Value
8.3
8.0
Price (USD)
$180
$97

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?

Half a step newer

Both shipped in 2025. The Baseus Inspire XP1 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.1 against 5.3. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Wireless charging and Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

  • AirPods Pro 32025
  • Inspire XP12025
What differsAirPods Pro 3Inspire XP1

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
6.1

Everyday features

Wireless charging
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4

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

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Inspire XP1
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$97
HearWiki score
86
76
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
6.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
60 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
8 h
8 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
8 h
Battery incl. case
-
45 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2.5 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
5 g
Case weight
44 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)

Baseus Inspire XP1

The Baseus Inspire XP1 are wireless earbuds that deliver a strong, clean audio experience and effective adaptive noise cancellation for their price point. They offer a comfortable fit, solid call quality, and practical features like Bluetooth 6.1 and multipoint, making them a reliable everyday choice despite some omissions in extras. Their 8-hour battery life per charge extends to 45 hours with the case, though the lack of wireless charging is a notable trade-off.

  • Pro:Strong, clean sound for the price
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Battery life may be lower in real-world use
  • Con:Feature set is basic versus some rivals

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

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