Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
EarFun Air Pro 4+
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are generally well-liked for their sound quality, battery life, and connectivity, especially at a refurbished price. However, several users report that the smooth, glossy material makes them prone to slipping out of the ears, and the fit may be uncomfortable for some ear shapes. A few isolated issues with audio defects and ANC were noted, but most reviewers are satisfied with the overall performance.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life (6-8 hours)
- Fast and reliable connectivity
- Effective noise cancellation for entry-level
- Sleek and stylish design
Cons
- Slippery material causes earbuds to fall out
- Uncomfortable fit for some ear shapes
- Smooth glossy finish is a design flaw
- ANC not the best for advanced users
- Potential battery degradation over time
EarFun Air Pro 4+
The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds deliver exceptional value, with users praising their high-end sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and robust battery life. Many reviewers note they outperform far more expensive competitors like AirPods Pro and Sony XM4s, especially after customizing the EQ via the app. A few minor issues include occasional fit adjustments and a quirk with single-bud Bluetooth connectivity, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with LDAC and aptX Lossless
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life (11 hours per charge)
- Great value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
Cons
- Single-bud Bluetooth connectivity quirk
- Occasional fit adjustments needed
- LDAC disables multipoint pairing
- Le Audio not working for some users
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 | EarFun Air Pro 4+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | s |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 96 kHz★ | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC | aptX Lossless, LDAC, LE Audio, LC3 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 5 hrs | 12 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 20 hrs | 54 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Capacity | 48 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Galaxy Wearable App | EarFun Audio App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
EarFun Air Pro 4+
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
