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Apple 202MC
A 1-Tesla dynamic driver and integrated 384kHz/32-bit DAC deliver precise, detailed Hi-Res audio across an 8Hz–23kHz range through a high-purity silver-plated Litz-braided cable. The semi-transparent resin shells offer 10 color options and pair with six eartip choices and preformed earhooks for secure, noise-isolating comfort without needing batteries or Bluetooth. These are best for musicians and audiophiles who want a direct, zero-latency USB-C wired connection for monitoring or critical listening on modern iPhones and iPads.
form factor in-ear
driver type dynamic
45 Overall Score
Price $43
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong social proof (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong sound (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (21th percentile)
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average build (33th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, 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 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Multipoint | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Gaming Mode | No |
| Bone Conduction | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple 202MC | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ | Soundcore Soundcore P31i | SoundPEATS H3 H3 | JBL Live Pro Live Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid | Dynamic Driver | hybrid | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 6 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 10 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 26 | 54 | 50 | 37 | 30 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP57 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX5 | IPX5 |
| Multipoint | false | true | true | - | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple 202MC | 28.9 | 35.3 | 33.3 | 77.1 | 46.9 | 93.3 | 21.2 | 86 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.7 | 72.5 | 93.3 | 99.6 | 86 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 99.3 | 86 |
| Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 96.6 | 93.9 | 70.6 | 84.6 | 86 |
| SoundPEATS H3 H3 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.9 | 80.6 | 70.6 | 89.9 | 94.1 |
| JBL Live Pro Live Pro 2 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 76 | 83.5 | 70.6 | 97 | 74.6 |
Price
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