Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
ThtRht Retractable Earphone

ThtRht Retractable Earphone

ThtRht
12 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

ThtRht Retractable Earphone

55 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

The retractable earphones are praised for their tidy design and convenience, especially for air travel. However, the cord length is a major complaint, with many users finding it too short for comfortable use, such as keeping a phone in a pocket. Sound quality is generally considered acceptable, but the lack of a microphone for calls is a notable drawback.

Pros
  • Tidy retractable design
  • Convenient for air travel
  • Acceptable sound quality
  • Good value for the price
Cons
  • Cord too short (approx. 28")
  • No microphone for phone calls
  • Not long enough for pocket use
  • Limited compatibility with Android
👎 Cord length 5
👍 Sound quality 2
👍 Design convenience 3
👎 Microphone absence 2
👍 Value for money 2
👎 Android compatibility 1

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
ThtRht
26
Commute
Apple
99
ThtRht
8
Travel
Apple
96
ThtRht
9
Fitness
Apple
95
ThtRht
8
Calls
Apple
91
ThtRht
6
Gaming
Apple
84
ThtRht
6
Music
Apple
77
ThtRht
5

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationThtRht Retractable Earphone
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesswired, retractable cable
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L—
Weight0.01 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamic—
Driver Size—3.5 mm★
Drivers1★—
Impedance140 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBC—
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★✗
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓★✗
Bluetooth5.3★—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C3.5mm
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-C★—
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓★—
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppAndroid & iOS—
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP57—

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)

ThtRht Retractable Earphone

  • Below average sound (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
  • Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average comfort (29th percentile)

Pricing

ThtRht Retractable Earphone is $191 cheaper (22.3x less).

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation0.459score per dollar
vs
ThtRht Retractable Earphone1.293score per dollar

ThtRht Retractable Earphone offers 2.8x better value for money

ThtRht Retractable Earphone

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 32 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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