BASN Bmaster B5
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
BASN Bmaster B5
The BASN Bmaster 5 IEMs deliver impressive sound quality and value for musicians on a budget, with many praising the clear mids and highs, neutral soundstage, and comfortable fit with memory foam tips. However, several users report durability issues like caps falling off, cable failures, and left earpiece problems, sometimes within months. The included accessories (metal case, two cables, various ear tips) are well-regarded, and customer service appears responsive to defects. For vocalists and guitarists not requiring heavy bass, these are a strong upgrade over single-driver models, but those seeking robust bass or long-term reliability may have reservations.
Pros
- Crisp vocals and clear mids/highs
- Neutral soundstage with natural tonality
- Comfortable with memory foam ear tips
- Excellent build quality and professional look
- Generous accessories (metal case, two cables)
Cons
- Caps falling off earpieces
- Cable failures and static issues
- Left earpiece failure
- Bass response too flat for bassists
- Bulky fit protruding from ears
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
| BASN Bmaster B5 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 12 sizes | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 8 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 5★ | 2 |
| Freq Max | — | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 13 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 107 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | BASN Bmaster5 in Ear Monitors, 5 Drivers Drummer Headphones with Powerful Bass, Noise Isolation IEM Earbuds with Detachable MMCX Silver-Plated OFC Cable for Musicians (Glacier White, 3.5mm) | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 6 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 26 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
BASN Bmaster B5
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average comfort (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
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)
Pricing
BASN Bmaster B5
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 38 specs.
