Apple AirPods Pro 3
Soundcore Sleep A30
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3
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
Soundcore Sleep A30
Users generally find these earbuds comfortable and good for sleeping, especially for side sleepers. However, there are significant complaints about the ANC not being strong enough, the product being overcomplicated and expensive, and durability issues with battery life. Some users also experienced ear canal irritation.
Pros
- Comfortable for side sleepers
- Good fit and stays in ears
- Blocks street noise
- Good sound quality for size
- Locally stored sounds increase battery life
Cons
- ANC not strong enough for loud snoring
- Overcomplicated and expensive
- Battery life diminishes quickly
- Stopped working after 3 months
- Ear canal irritation
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Soundcore Sleep A30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | 4 x Silicone Eartips, 4 x Foam Eartips |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 4.599999904632568 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Adaptive Snore-Masking System, Ultra-Comfort for Side Sleepers, 45H Playtime+PIQ 3.0 Compact Fast Charger for iPhone 17/16/15/14 Series, Galaxy, Pixel 4/3, iPad (Cable Not Included) |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive Audio | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 9 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 45 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- 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 (32nd percentile)
Soundcore Sleep A30
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average sound (4th percentile)4th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 36 specs.