Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Apple V100BK
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Overall, users are pleased with the sound quality, noise cancellation, and value of these refurbished Galaxy Buds3 Pro, often comparing them favorably to AirPods. However, a significant number of complaints focus on missing ear tips in the package, charging issues, and durability concerns, with some units failing within months. Despite these issues, many find them a great deal, especially for Samsung users, and appreciate the comfort and battery life when they work properly.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good value for refurbished
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
Cons
- Missing ear tips in package
- Charging issues
- Durability concerns
- Battery drain over time
- Fit issues for some
Apple V100BK
These wired earbuds are generally well-liked for their sound quality, comfort, and direct iPhone compatibility without an adapter. However, several users report durability issues, with the cable breaking or the earbuds stopping working after a few weeks. The microphone can also be finicky during calls, requiring careful positioning.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Direct iPhone compatibility
- Affordable price
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Fragile cable prone to breaking
- Stops working after short period
- Microphone requires precise positioning
- Treble may be too high for some
- Button controls differ from Apple stock
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | Apple V100BK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Large, Small | 3 size silicone gels |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10.5 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 96 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 70 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC | Thore iPhone Earbuds with Lightning Connector MFi Certified by Apple Earphones (V100) Wired in-Ear Headphones with Volume Control & Mic for iPhone X, XS, XR, 11, 12, 13, 14 Pro Max (White Silver) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 26 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Capacity | 53 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Galaxy Wearable App | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | — |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Apple V100BK
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 37 specs.