Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
Marshall Motif II A.N.C

Marshall Motif II A.N.C

Marshall
73 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

Marshall Motif II A.N.C

55 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

Users have mixed feelings about this product. Some praise the texture, design, and sound quality, while others report connectivity issues, poor microphone performance for callers, and lower-than-expected build quality. A few reviewers experienced charging problems but received good customer service.

Pros
  • Great texture and design
  • Good sound quality
  • Comfortable fit
  • Excellent customer service
Cons
  • Connectivity issues
  • Poor microphone for callers
  • Low build quality
  • Charging problems
  • Lack of bass
👎 Connectivity 3
🤔 Sound quality 4
👎 Build quality 2
👎 Microphone performance 1
👍 Design 2
👍 Customer service 1

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
Marshall
83
Commute
Apple
99
Marshall
73
Travel
Apple
96
Marshall
78
Fitness
Apple
95
Marshall
79
Calls
Apple
91
Marshall
62
Gaming
Apple
84
Marshall
71
Music
Apple
77
Marshall
73

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationMarshall Motif II A.N.C
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, LSmall, Medium, Large
Weight0.01 kg0.00 kg★
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—6 mm★
Drivers11
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity—108 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓★✗
CodecsAAC, SBCAAC, LC3, SBC
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptiveactive_noise_cancellation
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.3
Profiles—SBC, AAC, LC3
Multipoint✓✓
Wired ConnectorUSB-CUSB
Range—10.100000381469727 m★
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★6 hrs
Charge Time—1.5 hrs★
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour15 Minutes for 1 Hour
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs30 hrs★
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓✓
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★1
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOSMarshall Bluetooth App
Gaming Mode—✗
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP57IPX5

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)

Marshall Motif II A.N.C

  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 39 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness