True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$230
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds2: 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
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
72Good
$150
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $230 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | two-way dynamic speakers |
| Driver size | 10.7 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | 104 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 7.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 29 h |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| 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 | Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.3 g | 10 g |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | 41.2 g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX2 |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) + Voice Pickup Unit |
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 are compact wireless earbuds that offer hybrid active noise cancellation and a comfortable, featherlight fit. With an 11mm two-way driver system, they deliver balanced sound, while the case extends total playback to around 29 hours. They support wireless charging and feature touch controls, though they lack multipoint connectivity and have modest water resistance.
- Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Compact case with wireless charging support
- Con:No multipoint pairing for seamless device switching
- Con:Only AAC codec support, no aptX or LDAC
- Con:IPX2 rating offers minimal protection against moisture
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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