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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+: 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
  • SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+
HearWiki score
86
81
Sound
8.6
8.8
Noise cancelling
9.3
7.7
Battery
7.3
4.6
Calls
7.4
7.2
Value
8.3
9.0
Price (USD)
$180
$90

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

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+ (2024). The SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+ edges ahead on platform, but only just: Top codec LDAC against AAC. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Wireless charging, Wear detection and Water resistance IP57 against IPX4.

  • AirPods Pro 320251 yr newer
  • Capsule3 Pro+2024
What differsAirPods Pro 3Capsule3 Pro+

Platform

Top codec
AAC
LDAC

Everyday features

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

Level on: Bluetooth, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Capsule3 Pro+
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$90
HearWiki score
86
81
Released
2025
2024
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
10.7 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
70 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
8 h
6.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
4 h
Battery incl. case
-
43 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
Yes
Weight
5.5 g
5 g
Case weight
44 g
48 g
Water resistance
IP57
IPX4
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
6
Microphone type
beamforming
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

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)

SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+

The SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro+ deliver impressive audio detail and clarity, paired with comfortable and effective adaptive noise cancellation. However, a less-than-reliable companion app can detract from the overall experience, though the sound quality alone makes them a strong contender in their price range.

  • Pro:Excellent sound clarity and detail
  • Pro:Comfortable fit
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC
  • Con:Companion app can be unreliable
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:Limited battery life with ANC on

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

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