Soundcore Sleep A30
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Sleep A30
The Anker Sleep A30 Special earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their comfort, especially for side sleepers, and the variety of sleep sounds, but a significant number find the ANC underwhelming and not strong enough to block loud snoring. Battery life is a common concern, with some reporting it doesn't last the night, and there are complaints about the price and app complexity. Overall, they work well for some but disappoint others, particularly those expecting strong noise cancellation.
Pros
- Comfortable for side sleepers
- Good variety of sleep sounds
- Stays in ears all night
- Compact charging case
- Good sound quality for size
Cons
- ANC not strong enough
- Battery doesn't last all night
- Overpriced for performance
- App can be confusing
- Uncomfortable for some side sleepers
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
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Sleep A30 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.00 kg★ | 0.01 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 4.599999904632568 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Soundcore Sleep A30 Special by Anker, Sleep Earbuds, ANC, Passive Isolation, Snore Masking, Extensive Sleep Audio, Ultra Comfort for Side Sleepers, 8-10H Playtime | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Not Specified by Manufacturer | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 9 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 1 hour playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 45 hrs★ | 26 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Soundcore | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Sleep A30
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average sound (9th percentile)9th %ile
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)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.