Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
Users generally appreciate the wired earbuds for their clear sound, comfort, and compatibility with Motorola phones and Kindles. However, several verified buyers report durability issues, with units failing after a month or causing ear pain due to the foam pad. The mixed feedback on longevity and comfort pulls the overall sentiment down.
Pros
- Clear sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
- Compatible with Motorola phones
- Works with Kindle
Cons
- Durability issues after one month
- Causes ear pain from foam pad
- Poor performance on high/low pitches
- Voice clarity not as described
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | three size options | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 9.399999618530273 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Motorola Earbuds 3-S Wired Earbuds with Microphone - Corded in-Ear Headphones, Comfortable Lightweight Silicone Ear Buds, Non-Tangle Flat Cable, 9.4mm Drivers Clear Bass Sound - White | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | proprietary | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.
