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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Shanling MTW300: 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
  • Shanling MTW300
HearWiki score
86
49
Sound
8.6
6.1
Noise cancelling
9.3
0.0
Battery
7.3
6.9
Calls
7.4
4.7
Value
8.3
3.5
Price (USD)
$180
$120

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 Shanling MTW300 (2021). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Apple AirPods Pro 3 brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2 and ANC type Adaptive against None, while the Shanling MTW300 answers with Top codec aptX against AAC. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection, Transparency mode and Companion app.

  • AirPods Pro 320254 yr newer
  • MTW3002021
What differsAirPods Pro 3MTW300

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Top codec
AAC
aptX
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX7

Level on: Wireless charging, USB-C.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3MTW300
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$120
HearWiki score
86
49
Released
2025
2021
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
6 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
6 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
104 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Battery life
8 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
-
Full charge time
-
90 min
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
4.8 g
Case weight
44 g
89 g
Water resistance
IP57
IPX7
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
2
Microphone type
beamforming
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
cVc

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)

Shanling MTW300

The Shanling MTW300 are wireless earbuds that prioritize comfort and energetic sound, offering a lively audio profile and solid battery life for their price. They lack active noise cancellation and app support, which may be noticeable at this price point, but their IPX7 rating and wireless charging add practical value.

  • Pro:Very comfortable fit
  • Pro:Energetic, engaging sound
  • Pro:Long battery life (10 hours)
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No app support
  • Con:No transparency mode

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

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