Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
CIQILY S49

CIQILY S49

CIQILY
58 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

CIQILY S49

78 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews

Most users are very satisfied with these earbuds, praising their clear sound, long battery life, comfortable fit, and easy pairing. A few reviewers reported issues with one earbud being quiet or the product weakening after a short time, and one noted the controls are touch-sensitive rather than physical buttons. Overall, they are seen as a great value for the price, especially for hands-free calls and music on the go.

Pros
  • Clear sound quality
  • Long battery life
  • Comfortable fit
  • Easy pairing
  • Compact carrying case
Cons
  • Left earbud quiet for some
  • Product weakens after two weeks
  • Touch controls instead of buttons
  • No noise cancellation as advertised
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Battery life 4
👍 Comfort and fit 3
👍 Ease of pairing 3
👍 Value for money 3
🤔 Build quality 3

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
CIQILY
67
Commute
Apple
99
CIQILY
53
Travel
Apple
96
CIQILY
52
Fitness
Apple
95
CIQILY
42
Calls
Apple
91
CIQILY
46
Gaming
Apple
84
CIQILY
65
Music
Apple
77
CIQILY
44

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationCIQILY S49
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L—
Weight0.01 kg★0.08 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—13 mm★
Drivers1★—
Freq Min—16 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBCWireless Headphone,Bluetooth 5.3 Earbuds for Samsung Galaxy A17 A16 A15 A56 A36 S26 S25 Ultra S24 S23 S22 S20 60H Playback with Dual LED Display HiFi Stereo Wireless Earphone for iPhone 16e 16 15 Pro
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.3
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs8 hrs
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour—
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs60 hrs★
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓✓
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOS—
Gaming Mode—✓★
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 (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)

CIQILY S49

  • Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
  • Strong anc (73rd percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Pricing

CIQILY S49 is $184 cheaper (12.5x less).

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation0.459score per dollar
vs
CIQILY S493.640score per dollar

CIQILY S49 offers 7.9x better value for money

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 35 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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