Beats Studio Buds
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Beats Studio Buds
The Beats Studio Buds are generally well-liked for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users preferring them over AirPods Pro. However, some reviewers report issues with one side failing after a few months, a cheap-feeling case, and the lack of auto-pause when removing an earbud. Overall, they offer good value for the price, especially for those with small ears or who need cross-platform compatibility.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Good battery life
- Easy pairing with iOS and Android
Cons
- One side stops working after months
- Cheap-feeling case
- No auto-pause when removing earbud
- No wireless charging
- Case is slippery
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| Beats Studio Buds | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | In-Ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dual-element diaphragm | hybrid |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Buds True Wireless Noise-Canceling In-Ear Earphones, White | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Beats app | PeatsAudio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Beats Studio Buds
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 32 specs.
