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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Skullcandy Method® 360 ANC: 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 4 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • Skullcandy Method® 360 ANC
HearWiki score
86
80
Sound
8.6
8.0
Noise cancelling
9.3
8.0
Battery
7.3
7.5
Calls
7.4
6.5
Value
8.3
9.0
Price (USD)
$180
$100

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?

Half a step newer

Both shipped in 2025. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Wireless charging, Wear detection and Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

  • AirPods Pro 32025
  • Method® 360 ANC2025
What differsAirPods Pro 3Method® 360 ANC

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Wireless charging
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4

Level on: Bluetooth, Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Method® 360 ANC
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$100
HearWiki score
86
80
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
97.1 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
8 h
40 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
32 h
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
11 g
Case weight
44 g
77 g
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
4
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)

Skullcandy Method® 360 ANC

The Skullcandy Method 360 ANC earbuds deliver a bass-forward, spacious sound profile with effective hybrid noise cancellation, making them a compelling budget-friendly option. They offer long battery life, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and a customizable EQ, though the charging case feels bulky and codec support is limited to SBC and AAC. Overall, they provide strong value for listeners prioritizing ANC and battery over premium build and high-res audio.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price with strong ANC
  • Pro:Bass-forward yet customizable sound via EQ
  • Pro:Long battery life (up to 32 hours with ANC)
  • Con:Bulky charging case design
  • Con:Only basic SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Sound may lack liveliness for some listeners

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

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