Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Marshall Mode II: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Marshall Mode II, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

True Wireless

Apple AirPods Pro 3

86Outstanding

$180

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True Wireless

Marshall Mode II

Not yet scored

$180

Full review data

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

Apple AirPods Pro 3
Marshall Mode II

HearWiki score

Sound

8.6

Noise cancelling

9.3

Battery

7.3

Calls

7.4

Value

8.3

Price (USD)

$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?

Mixed generations

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against Marshall Mode II (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Apple AirPods Pro 3 brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.1 and ANC type Adaptive against None, while the Marshall Mode II answers with Top codec aptX against AAC. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection and Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

AirPods Pro 320255 yr newer
Mode II2020

What differsAirPods Pro 3Mode II

Bluetooth: 5.3; 5.1
Top codec: AAC; aptX
ANC type: Adaptive; None
Multipoint pairing: Yes; No
Wear detection: Yes; No
Water resistance: IP57; IPX4

Level on: Wireless charging, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Mode II

Type: True Wireless; True Wireless
Price (USD): $180; $180
HearWiki score: 86; Not scored
Released: 2025; 2020
Availability: Sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 10.7 mm dynamic; 2× 6 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 10.7 mm; 6 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: -; 16 Ω
Sensitivity: 110 dB/mW; 100.5 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 5.3; 5.1
Codecs: SBC, AAC; SBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing: Yes; No
Latency: -; 338 ms
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: 8 h; 5 h
Battery life (ANC on): 8 h; -
Battery incl. case: -; 25 h
Full charge time: -; 120 min
Quick charge: -; 10 min → 1.5 h
Wireless charging: Yes; Yes
Active noise cancelling: Yes; No
ANC type: adaptive; none
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: -; Yes
Wear detection: Yes; No
Controls: touch; buttons
Voice assistant: Siri; Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
Weight: 5.5 g; 9.5 g
Case weight: 44 g; 35 g
Water resistance: IP57; IPX4
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Microphones: 3; 2
Microphone type: beamforming; -

Specification comparison of Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Marshall Mode II
Spec	Apple AirPods Pro 3	Marshall Mode II
Type	True Wireless	True Wireless
Price (USD)	$180	$180
HearWiki score	86 / 100 Outstanding	Not scored
Released	2025	2020
Audio
Driver	10.7 mm dynamic	2× 6 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	10.7 mm	6 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	-	16 Ω
Sensitivity	110 dB/mW	100.5 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.3	5.1
Codecs	SBC, AAC	SBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing	Yes	No
Latency	-	338 ms
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	8 h	5 h
Battery life (ANC on)	8 h	-
Battery incl. case	-	25 h
Full charge time	-	120 min
Quick charge	-	10 min → 1.5 h
Wireless charging	Yes	Yes
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	No
ANC type	adaptive	none
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	-	Yes
Wear detection	Yes	No
Controls	touch	buttons
Voice assistant	Siri	Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
Design
Weight	5.5 g	9.5 g
Case weight	44 g	35 g
Water resistance	IP57	IPX4
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Calls
Microphones	3	2
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)

Marshall Mode II

The Marshall Mode II are true wireless earbuds with a classic rock-inspired design, offering a balanced sound signature and a comfortable fit. They feature Bluetooth 5.1, IPX4 water resistance, and a compact charging case that supports wireless charging, making them a solid choice for everyday listening without active noise cancellation.

Pro:Compact, retro design with tactile button controls
Pro:Supports aptX and AAC codecs for high-quality wireless audio
Pro:IPX4 water resistance for workouts and light rain

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Battery life is modest at 5 hours per charge
Con:No multipoint connectivity

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