Apple 202MC
A 1-Tesla dynamic driver and a full 8Hz–23kHz frequency range delivered through a silver-plated, Litz-braided cable give these earbuds precise, lossless detail across the spectrum. Exceptional build quality is evident in the durable resin shell, 24K gold-plated MMCX connectors, and an over-ear design that, with six eartip options, provides a secure, noise-isolating fit. This product is best for musicians and audiophiles who prioritize wired fidelity and a comfortable, tangle-free monitoring experience directly over USB-C.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong sound (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)
- Below average social proof (17th percentile)
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (31th percentile)
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | X, M, L |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 23000 |
| Impedance | 16 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | Vibes 202MC USB-C Wired Earbuds - USBC HiFi in Ear Headphones for iPhone 17/16/15 - Noise Isolating Ear Buds w/ Mic - Clear Sound, Deep Bass & Comfort-Fit Earphones - Silver Plated Cord, Carrying Case |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple 202MC | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ | Soundcore Soundcore P31i | JBL Endurance Peak Endurance Peak 4 | SoundPEATS H3 H3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid | Dynamic Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 6 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 7 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 26 | 54 | 50 | 48 | 37 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP57 | IP55 | IP55 | IP68 | IPX5 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | - | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple 202MC | 28.9 | 35.4 | 33.3 | 77.1 | 47 | 93.3 | 31 | 8.7 | 16.6 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.8 | 91.7 | 72.6 | 93.3 | 79.1 | 99.6 | 88.8 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 97.3 | 99.3 | 88.8 |
| Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 96.6 | 93.9 | 70.6 | 91.9 | 84.6 | 88.8 |
| JBL Endurance Peak Endurance Peak 4 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.8 | 80.9 | 94.6 | 70.6 | 63.1 | 99.1 | 72.5 |
| SoundPEATS H3 H3 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.9 | 80.6 | 70.6 | 91.9 | 89.9 | 95.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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