True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$230
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs Skullcandy Method ANC: 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
Skullcandy Method ANC
78Great
$130
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
Skullcandy Method ANC
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Skullcandy Method ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $230 | $130 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2025 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 12mm |
| Driver size | 10.7 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | 97.1 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 11 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 9 h |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 23 h |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.1 g | 11 g |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | - | Method 360 ANC |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 4-microphone ANC system |
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
Skullcandy Method ANC
These true wireless earbuds deliver a surprisingly solid audio experience for their price point, with robust bass and clear detail that exceed expectations. They offer hybrid noise cancellation, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit, though the charging case design and some switching quirks hold them back.
- Pro:Strong bass and detailed sound for the price
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC with transparency mode
- Pro:Secure fit with IPX4 water resistance
- Con:Charging case is bulky and lacks wireless charging
- Con:Device switching can lag
- Con:Sound may lack excitement 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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