True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$230
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs Edifier NeoBuds S: 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
Edifier NeoBuds S
68Good
$180
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
Edifier NeoBuds S
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery5.5
Calls6.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Edifier NeoBuds S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $230 | $180 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Hybrid: Knowles balanced armature + dynamic |
| Driver size | 10.7 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | - | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 6 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 5.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 16 h |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | 10 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.1 g | 58 g |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IP54 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 6 |
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
Edifier NeoBuds S
The Edifier NeoBuds S are true wireless earbuds that lean heavily on their hybrid dual-driver setup and robust active noise cancellation. They support modern wireless standards like Snapdragon Sound and aptX Adaptive, though their battery life is modest, especially with ANC on. Their real-world performance is solid but doesn't dramatically outpace the brand's earlier models, making them a competent but not groundbreaking option at their price point.
- Pro:Strong active noise cancellation
- Pro:Hybrid dual-driver design for detailed sound
- Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive and Snapdragon Sound
- Con:Battery life is average at best with ANC on
- Con:No multipoint connectivity
- Con:Doesn't significantly improve on the previous model
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