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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs FIIL CG Pro: 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • FIIL CG Pro
HearWiki score
86
58
Sound
8.6
6.8
Noise cancelling
9.3
5.8
Battery
7.3
4.8
Calls
7.4
5.8
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$180
$110

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?

New platform

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against FIIL CG Pro (2021). The Apple AirPods Pro 3 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2 and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

  • AirPods Pro 320254 yr newer
  • CG Pro2021
What differsAirPods Pro 3CG Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Water resistance
IP57
IPX4

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3CG Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$110
HearWiki score
86
58
Released
2025
2021
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
2× 10.1 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
10.1 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
95 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
8 h
6 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
4.5 h
Battery incl. case
-
24 h
Full charge time
-
50 min
Quick charge
-
5 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
4.2 g
Case weight
44 g
-
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
3
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)

FIIL CG Pro

The FIIL CG Pro is a feature-packed true wireless earbud offering hybrid active noise cancellation, wireless charging, and multipoint connectivity at a budget-friendly price. With dual 10.1mm dynamic drivers and IPX4 sweat resistance, it balances sound quality and practicality for daily use, delivering around 4.5 hours of playback with ANC on and 24 hours total with the case.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Wireless charging and USB-C support
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.2 for easy switching
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is modest at 4.5 hours
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Touch controls may require learning curve

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

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