Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
SureTech S1
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
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
SureTech S1
These earbuds offer a unique touchscreen case with controls and an AI translation app, but opinions are sharply divided. Some users love the sound quality, features, and value, while others report defects like only one earbud working or find the translation feature inaccessible without a proper app store listing. The build quality of the case feels cheap to some, and the app setup via QR code raises security concerns.
Pros
- Touchscreen case controls
- AI translation feature
- Good sound quality for price
- Equalizer presets on case
- Responsive touch controls
Cons
- Only left earbud works for some
- Translation app not on official stores
- App setup via QR code feels sketchy
- Cheap-feeling charging case
- Earbuds stay connected in case
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | SureTech S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | In-ear |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 13 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 121 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | ANC/ENC Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 6.0, in-Ear Headphones, Touch Screen Control, Waterproof, with Charging Case and Silicone Tips |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB Type C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | AICOOL |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | Water-Resistant |
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)
SureTech S1
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (79th percentile)
- Strong sound (75th percentile)
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
Pricing
SureTech S1 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 36 specs.
