Google Wired
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Google Wired
These wired USB-C earbuds are praised for their comfort, secure fit, and solid sound quality, especially for the price. Users highlight the excellent microphone for calls and the convenience of inline controls. While some note the bass isn't pounding and durability can be an issue over years, the overall value and reliability make them a favorite for daily use.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Excellent microphone for calls
- Great value for the price
- Secure fit under helmets
- Inline controls work well
Cons
- Bass lacks punch
- Durability issues over years
- Sound slightly muffled vs Apple
- Only available in white cord
- Right ear buzzing over time
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
| Google Wired | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.11 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | hybrid |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Google Earbuds Wired Headset USB-C, Comfortable Fit, Inline Controls, Compatible with Type-C Phones - White (Retail) | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Google Wired
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th 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
Google Wired offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 27 specs.
