True Wireless
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
72Good
$150
Full review dataSamsung Galaxy Buds2 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro - Great overall at around $250.
True Wireless
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
82Great
$250
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value7.0
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery6.5
Calls7.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $150 | $250 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 82 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | two-way dynamic speakers | 2-way speaker |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW | 92 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec | SBC, AAC, SSC, SSC-UHQ |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 7.5 h | 7 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 29 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | - |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 1 h | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Bixby | Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10 g | 5.4 g |
| Case weight | 41.2 g | 46.5 g |
| Water resistance | IPX2 | IP57 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | 3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) + Voice Pickup Unit | yes |
What reviewers said
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 are compact wireless earbuds that offer hybrid active noise cancellation and a comfortable, featherlight fit. With an 11mm two-way driver system, they deliver balanced sound, while the case extends total playback to around 29 hours. They support wireless charging and feature touch controls, though they lack multipoint connectivity and have modest water resistance.
- Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Compact case with wireless charging support
- Con:No multipoint pairing for seamless device switching
- Con:Only AAC codec support, no aptX or LDAC
- Con:IPX2 rating offers minimal protection against moisture
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
These premium wireless earbuds from Samsung deliver strong adaptive noise cancellation and a comfortable fit, backed by IP57 water resistance and a solid 7-hour battery per charge. They support Bluetooth 5.4 with AAC and LDAC codecs, plus multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching. With a two-way driver setup and touch controls, they aim for a balanced, feature-rich listening experience in a compact design. Their 30-hour total battery with the case and wireless charging add convenience for daily use. However, their sensitivity is somewhat low, which may require higher volume levels to drive efficiently. They also lack a dedicated low-latency gaming mode and a wear-detection sensor, which could be missed by some users.
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:IP57 water and dust resistance
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.4 with LDAC support
- Con:Battery life is average at 7 hours
- Con:Low sensitivity may need high volume
- Con:No wear-detection sensor
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