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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs GravaStar Sirius 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
  • GravaStar Sirius Pro
HearWiki score
86
41
Sound
8.6
5.7
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.3
3.5
Calls
7.4
4.8
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$180
$180

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 GravaStar Sirius Pro (2021). The Apple AirPods Pro 3 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2 and ANC type Adaptive against Feed-forward. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, Transparency mode and Companion app.

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

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
ANC type
Adaptive
Feed-forward

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX5

Level on: Top codec, USB-C, Wear detection.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Sirius Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$180
HearWiki score
86
41
Released
2025
2021
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
10.7 mm
7.2 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
-
65 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
8 h
4 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
-
Battery incl. case
-
16 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
feedforward
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
6 g
Case weight
44 g
-
Water resistance
IP57
IPX5
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
-
Microphone type
beamforming
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

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)

GravaStar Sirius Pro

The GravaStar Sirius Pro is a visually striking true wireless earbud set built with a gaming-first mindset, featuring a hybrid dual-driver setup and a low 65ms latency mode for competitive play. Its metal construction and aggressive aesthetic stand out, though its modest 4-hour battery life and lack of companion app support may temper its appeal for everyday use. While it delivers solid performance for its niche, more affordable alternatives can offer similar gaming capabilities.

  • Pro:Aggressive, unique metal design
  • Pro:Hybrid dual-driver sound with clear detail
  • Pro:Low 65ms latency for gaming
  • Con:Short 4-hour battery life per charge
  • Con:No app support or EQ adjustments on device
  • Con:Lacks transparency mode and multipoint

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

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