Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK

Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK

Panasonic
27 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews

The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.

Pros
  • Exceptional active noise cancellation
  • Improved sound quality with deep bass
  • Comfortable and secure fit
  • Useful heart-rate sensor
  • Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
  • Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
  • Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
  • Case battery could be stronger
  • High price point
  • Different fit compared to previous generations
👍 Active noise cancellation 8
👍 Sound quality 7
🤔 Comfort and fit 9
👍 Battery life 5
👍 Heart rate sensor 3
👍 Live translation 3

Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK

78 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

Overall, users are very satisfied with these Panasonic earbuds, praising their excellent sound quality, comfort, and durability for the price. A few negative reviews mention inconsistent quality between batches and a fragile cable, but the majority find them a great value.

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Great value for money
  • Comfortable for long wear
  • Surprisingly deep bass
  • Good noise isolation
Cons
  • Inconsistent quality between batches
  • Fragile thin cable
  • Cable length may be short for some setups
  • Bass slightly low for some users
  • Sound volume lower than some competitors
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Value for money 5
👍 Comfort 4
🤔 Durability 4
👎 Cable quality 3
👍 Noise isolation 3

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
Panasonic
39
Commute
Apple
99
Panasonic
16
Travel
Apple
96
Panasonic
17
Fitness
Apple
95
Panasonic
14
Calls
Apple
91
Panasonic
11
Gaming
Apple
84
Panasonic
17
Music
Apple
77
Panasonic
23

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationPanasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wireless—
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, LS, M, L
Weight0.01 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—9 mm★
Drivers1★—
Freq Min—12 Hz★
Freq Max—23 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity—96 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBCPanasonic ErgoFit Wired Earbuds, 3.5mm Jack Wired Headphones with Dynamic Crystal-Clear Sound and Ultra Soft Ergonomic Custom-Fit Earpieces (S/M/L), for Phones and Laptops, RP-HJE120-K (Black)
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★—
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓★✗
Bluetooth5.3★—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C3.5mm
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-C★—
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓★✗
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppAndroid & iOS—
Bone Conduction✗—
Water ResistanceIP57—

Pros & Cons

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

  • Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)

Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK

  • Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
  • Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average comfort (28th percentile)
  • Below average anc (31st percentile)
  • Below average connectivity (34th percentile)

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

No current pricing available

Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 35 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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