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Apple EarPods (3.5mm Headphone Plug)

59/ 100
Average
HearWiki score

Priced about right

$19
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated
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At a glance

Brand
Apple
Type
Wired IEMs
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2012

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound5.8
Calls7.8
Value7.4

Wired earbuds with a 3.5mm headphone plug, designed to fit the geometry of the ear for comfort, featuring a built-in remote for volume, playback, and call control.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

Apple's wired EarPods with a 3.5mm plug offer a straightforward, budget-friendly listening solution for devices with a headphone jack. They deliver a balanced, casual sound with decent clarity across vocals and instruments, though they don't aim for audiophile-grade performance. Their lightweight, open design and built-in controls make them a practical everyday choice.

What works

  • Comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Balanced midrange with clear vocals
  • Built-in remote and mic for calls and Siri
  • Works with any 3.5mm jack device
  • Compact design with included case

What doesn't

  • No noise isolation or cancellation
  • Midrange can sound slightly harsh
  • Not the best value at this price
  • Wired only, limited to devices with a jack

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Apple EarPods (3.5mm Headphone Plug)
Driverdynamic
Driver typedynamic
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance42.4 Ω
Sensitivity103 dB/mW

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What the reviews said

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whathifi.com

What Hi-Fi says the EarPods are a major improvement over Apple’s original earbuds, with a comfortable fit, spacious sound, and good bass. It also finds their midrange somewhat harsh and says they still fall short of the best options at the price.

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