Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
Cillso H97

Cillso H97

Cillso
48 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

Cillso H97

72 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

These earbuds are generally well-liked for their value, offering good sound and battery life at a low price. However, some users report connectivity issues, poor noise reduction, and a defective unit that stopped working after a few days. Overall, they are a decent budget option but not without flaws.

Pros
  • Good sound quality
  • Great value for money
  • Long battery life
  • Comfortable fit
  • Clear audio
Cons
  • Connectivity issues
  • Poor noise reduction
  • Defective unit after few days
  • Loose charging cable
  • Intermittent volume fluctuation
👍 Value for money 6
👍 Sound quality 5
👍 Battery life 4
👎 Connectivity 2
👎 Noise reduction 2
👎 Build quality 2

Scores

Commute
Apple
96
Cillso
50
Fitness
Apple
91
Cillso
30
Travel
Apple
88
Cillso
47
Budget
Apple
86
Cillso
76
Calls
Apple
86
Cillso
48
Gaming
Apple
81
Cillso
54
Music
Apple
78
Cillso
49

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationCillso H97
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesssemi-in-ear
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L—
Weight0.09 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—13 mm★
Drivers1★—
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω32 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBCAAC, SBC
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC TypeadaptiveENC
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.4★
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs8 hrs
Charge Time—1.5 hrs★
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 HourType-C fast charging
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs40 hrs★
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count24★
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSirivoice assistants
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOS—
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP57IPX7

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 (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)

Cillso H97

  • Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong affordability (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Below average comfort (27th percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 35 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness