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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Tranya S2: 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
  • Tranya S2
HearWiki score
86
63
Sound
8.6
6.5
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.3
6.0
Calls
7.4
-
Value
8.3
7.0
Price (USD)
$180
$130

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 Tranya S2 (2024). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Apple AirPods Pro 3 brings ANC type Adaptive against None, while the Tranya S2 answers with Top codec aptX against AAC. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, USB-C and Wear detection.

  • AirPods Pro 320251 yr newer
  • S22024
What differsAirPods Pro 3S2

Platform

Top codec
AAC
aptX
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless charging
Yes
No
USB-C
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No

Level on: Bluetooth, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3S2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$130
HearWiki score
86
63
Released
2025
2024
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
-
Drivers per side
1
-
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Battery life
8 h
7 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
-
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
-
Case weight
44 g
-
Water resistance
IP57
-
USB-C
Yes
No
Microphones
3
-
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)

Tranya S2

The Tranya S2 wireless earbuds offer a comfortable, low-profile fit that works well for workouts and everyday use, with solid sound quality for the price. They feature AAC and aptX codecs, Bluetooth 5.3, and a quick charge feature, though they lack active noise cancellation and multipoint connectivity. The physical buttons and auto-pairing make them easy to use, but the charging case is prone to scratching.

  • Pro:Comfortable, secure fit for exercise
  • Pro:Good sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Fast auto-pairing and reliable Bluetooth 5.3
  • Con:Charging case scratches easily
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Limited multi-device pairing (no multipoint)

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

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