Samsung - Buds2 Pro

Literally the Galaxy Buds Pro2 are the best for price to performance. ANC is superb, audio is unmatched and competes with the highest of ends and the fit is just perfec(for me).

I'm here after 8 months checking out if Buds 3 is a good choice after my Buds 2 Pro gave up on me. (:

Buds 2 Pro and Nothing Ear (a) 2024. I use Buds for regular listening and when I want to make use of the anc and ambient features. Nothing Ear is when I'm in the gym (Buds 2 Pro get slippery as hell with sweat) and when I want to listen to bass heavy music. Buds 2 Pro lasts me like 3-4 hours max in ambient mode on single charge plus weirdly the left earbuds drain faster for some reason, while Nothing Ear lasts easily around 5 hours.

I love my buds 2 pro. Works fantastic, great sound, good mic, easy to use and cool design.

Daily-driver buds are all about convenience: something you can throw in a pocket, pop in for calls, gym sessions, or a grocery run, and forget they’re there until you need them. Below are a few models suggestion from my end that tend to rise to the top of tech-forum polls: **1.** **Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)** • Seamless iOS integration, reliable ANC/transparency, and the tiny case make them a no-brainer for iPhone users. • Mic performance is consistently strong for FaceTime or work calls. **2.** **Sony WF-1000XM5** • Class-leading active noise cancellation, customizable EQ, and multipoint Bluetooth. • If you commute on loud trains or value audiophile-grade tuning, these are tough to beat. **3.** **Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro** • Automatic device switching within the Samsung ecosystem, 24-bit audio with supported Galaxy phones, and comfy oval design. • Very pocket-friendly case compared with other premium ANC buds. **4.** **Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds** • The best passive fit + ANC combo on the market; they turn coffee shops into libraries. • Bose’s “Immersive Audio” spatial mode can add a bit of fun for Netflix on the couch. **5.** **Jabra Elite 8 Active** • Rugged IP68 rating and strong ear-lock fit make them ideal gym or outdoor companions. • Jabra’s multi-point lets you jump from laptop to phone without menu diving. **6.** **Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3** • Spacious, hi-fi soundstage and aptX Adaptive codec for Android users. • Case is a little thicker, but battery life compensates. **7.** **Cleer ARC II (open-ear)** • For anyone who dislikes having tips jammed in their ear canal all day, Cleer’s ARC series uses an open-ear “air-conduction” design. You hear your surroundings naturally while still getting surprisingly full mids and highs for music or podcasts. Perfect if you bounce between office chats, street traffic, and quick playlists without wanting total isolation. **Quick decision filter** • iPhone heavy user → AirPods Pro (ease of use) • Loud commute / flights → Sony WF-1000XM5 or Bose QC Ultra • Android hi-res listener → Sennheiser MTW3 • Rugged workouts → Jabra Elite 8 Active • Need situational awareness → Cleer ARC II

I have buds 2 pro, airpod pro, and bose quiet comfort buds. Galaxy buds are good, not great. Anc is acceptable, transparency is a little tinny/echoey. My biggest complaint is that you can't use transparency with only one buds in which is my most common use since I wear them at work. Air pod pros were great. I used to have an iPhone so that's why I automatically went with them a couple years ago. Anc is great, transparency is very clear and can be used with just one bud. My complaint here was that they just didn't play well with my flip 6. I had weird times where the volume would spike or drop and I could never remember the stem controls for changing the modes. Bose quiet comfort buds (not the ultras) are my winner. No stem, though they do stick out a bit from the ear. Excellent anc and transparency that work with just one bud in. They stay in my ears better and have a really good app. The bass is just incredible compared to the others. It really blew me away at first. I also can't remember the last time I charged them. For them all being about the same price I'd go Bose 100%

I upgraded from the Buds Plus to the Buds Pro 2 as they hurt my ears super badly & didn't stay at all. Very poor fit. Do u think the fit is better than the Buds 2 pro?

Buds 2 pro has worse anc than buds pro. I am currently using both and i regret buying buds 2 pro

All these drivers mean nothing if the DSP processing and tuning is crap. From quickly glancing at the headfi thread, not a lot of positive reviews. Just get a pair of Samsung buds 2 pro or AirPods Pro 2 lol

Late for the party but for the people that found this by google: If you have android, Buds2 Pro. It's 90% of the AirPods pro 2 for 60% of the price.

In my experience, wireless earbuds don't work great with VR because of the latency. I have Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 pro, and they are great earbuds and have the transparency mode, but the latency is very noticeable, it's like half a second. You definitely aren't playing any rhythm games with that, or almost any games for that matter. I'm better off with just the Quest 3 speakers.

I just upgraded from those to the 3 pros and if you got the money or a trade in I'd definitely go for the newer ones, the buds pro 2 were my daily for a couple years and they're good but would fall out of my ears pretty easily while at work.

I got a pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro for an early Christmas gift and they have been the only wireless earbuds I've found to be actually comfortable for my small ears. I know they're expensive, but I'm my opinion they're worth it. Before these, I had DangoBuds, which are also wireless and noise cancelling, but would eventually make my ears uncomfortable. The Galaxy buds I've been able to wear for several hours and forget they're in. Edited to add: My partner actually gave me the choice between the version 2 and the new version 3, and I opted for the version 2. New version 3 has been redesigned with a stem, and I have a gut feeling that will make them uncomfortable again.

Samsung galaxy buds 2 pro but started getting rashes after a year due to the charging points and the rubberized coating started to come out which made it fall out. I bought the one plus buds 3 and I love them. The stem design actually makes them stay in and not fall out at all even during my weight training but it doesn't sound as good. Might pick up the Samsung galaxy buds 3 pro as they have stems too.

Depending on your ear/head, you can stack ANC using galaxy buds + XM4 which guarantees basically everything will be drowned out aside from vibrations you can feel physically. For that reason I prefer the Galaxy buds 2 pro over the buds 3 which has a stem. You can also use your shoulder to tap in the event your hands are unavailable to operate the controls which is another plus for the buds 2 pro.

One up for the Pro 2, sounds really great with good comfort and stable connection.

I upgraded from the ear1 to buds 2 pro. If you can wait for a major sale, Galaxy buds should come under 7k

This reviews make a lot of sense when you buy the buds at launch for 18K. You can live with the complaints when the prices are less than half. Buds 2 pro are outdated now and will be phased out. Its more likely for the buds 3 to get a huge price cut on sales.

Galaxy buds 2 pro have fit me under multiple helmets, the ANC is pretty good and battery lasts a while

With Cardo yes, on the buds nope

Got the buds 2 pro for very cheap, 8k or Lil less than 100 dollars. Veg very good. Upgraded from buds pro( had to upgrade cuz old and i might have washed my pants with the buds and it might have broken it lol)

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are the only good Samsung earbuds. No idea why that guy tried to recommend the shitty version to you.

Buds2 Pro sound good and are really durable (have dropped them a handful of times now and no damage whatsoever) BUT I dropped them most of those times because they don't fit quite right in my ear and none of the additional size pieces they provided fit right either. I've learned to live with it and am just now more careful but it should be noted. If you search for buds 2 in this community you'll probably find people recommending to buy these foam inserts but I never tried it, not interested in spending more money than I already have

I think Samsung takes it but there are a ton of downfalls to them which is why i happen to know how the others sound. (specifically the Jabras and the Samsungs.)

I ordered a handful of open box earbuds recently to try them all out and returned the ones I didn't like. I started with the Sony wf-1000xm4s. They were pretty good sounding and had excellent noise cancelling but they'd become uncomfortable when being worn for a couple hours. And I pretty much have one in the whole time I'm at work.  The Galaxy Buds Pro 2s were good as well. Even with Samsung's lossless codec (I have a z flip phone) I don't think their sound quality was quite on par with the Sony's but it was close. The bass wasn't as good but they were much brighter out of the box. ANC was a big step down and you can't use the ANC at all when only using a single ear bud. I think if these buds were cheaper they'd be a good option but they aren't quite there. Comfort though was superior to the Sony's.  Next ones I tried were the Galaxy Buds FE. Price was right when buying new but I bought all mine open box as I fully planned on returning most of them and they don't get a good discount. The FEs were extremely comfortable to wear throughout the day but the sound quality wasn't there.  Then I tried the Technics AZ80s. These are like $350 CAD new but open box you can find them for $200. These guys sounded great. Once you get them tuned to your preferences they were a huge step above the Sony's. ANC was good enough. They were big but did fit under my earmuffs at work. The only problem is comfort. I could only wear them for 45, 60 minutes before my ears started to hurt, they were just too big.  Next pair I tried was the Oneplus Pro Buds 2. They're like $250 CAD new but I found a place in Toronto that sells them refurbished for $100. Out of the box I wasn't too impressed. I'd say they are pretty much on par with the Galaxy Buds Pro 2. I found a recommended eq for them online though and once I applied that they sounded so good, easily the best sounding out of all the earbuds I had looked at. ANC is good enough, I think both the Sony and Samsung beat it but they just sound so much better then either of those.  The only problem is they use a stem design like the apple ear buds instead of a ball design  like the galaxies and my ear muffs at work catch those stems and pull the buds out of my ear.  I chose not to try the Sennheiser Wireless Momentum 4s as, while I've heard their sound quality is great, they have major reliability and quality control issues from what I've read.  For now I've kept the Oneplus Buds Pro 2 to use on walks and around my home and I found a really cheap pair of the og Galaxy Buds Pro to use at work. They don't sound nearly as good as the Oneplus but they're better than the FEs, cheaper, and comfortable enough to get me through a 12 hour shift. 

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are the most comfortable form factor I've ever tried. Too bad I couldn't keep a seal for too long. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are also very comfortable, but a completely different shape.

I have tiny ears. Nothing Ear 2024 are much more comfortable than Samsung's pro 2 buds, Jabra 7 Elite were also great, but I lost them within 4 months.

My ears are a little over 4cm from top to bottom and I find they are more comfortable than pretty much every other earbud I've owned. Nothing Ears 2024 are also pretty good, galaxy buds2 pro were not great, jaybirds were never going to work but I tried, a bunch of generic brands were meh. That said, ears are all shaped differently, as tiny ears people we both know to buy from places like Amazon where they have generous returns for change of mind, and also you don't have to feel bad for doing something that harms the business of a billionaire. So do that and see if these are good or bad for you.

I have the buds 2 pro for parna, but always use the over-ear headphones with a turban. They do disfigure the turban a little bit but it's easy to get back in shape once you get used to it. I have been wanting to try the Anker soundcore sleep A10, A20 or A30 models for in-ear under the pagg but haven't gotten around to it, or haven't found a bargain on them yet.

I just bought Buds 3 (normal) and all I can say is RUN :) Waste of money. Buds 2 Pro is better

Sorry for commenting 5 months later but I've been looking at these as a replacement for my Galaxy Buds2 Pro (which recently started dying on me) and this is the first more grounded/somewhat negative review I've seen in my research. I'm curious what you think 5 months later. I want something that sounds as good or better than my Buds2 Pro as a replacement. I'm not expecting them to outperform my wired IEMs or anything and I still prefer wired ones when traveling. ANC isn't a big deal to me. But I do use my buds often for calls and when going out for a walk. And I want the best sounding buds I can get under $300 that won't fall out when walking or running. Audio and a good app are important to me. I haven't had any buds with multipoint. I guess I'd use that to connect to my running watch *and* my phone instead of having separate buds for each. But that's a bonus.

I doubt I'll use these at all with my PC. I only use my Buds2 Pro with my Android phone and these will likely be used the same way. I'm good as long as they're not quieter than my Buds2 Pro.

I agree with the Samsung buds. I have very small ears and often forget I have an earbud in at times and will just be going about my day until someone points it out. Highly recommend. The only earbuds that work for my ears.

Depends on budget and what your ears can handle. I've daily driven the Samsung Buds 2 Pro for awhile now, but I can't wear them for more than 1.5 hours, as they hurt where they rest in my ears. Nothing Ear whatevers are great, but they slip out of my ears. Next up on the list are the Sennheiser True Momentum 4's which seem to have some of the best audio quality out there, and will probably be my go to once they are on sale - assuming they fix the mic quality for calls... Honestly at this point, whatever you decide to buy, get it off Amazon so if you don't like em, or they don't fit well you can return them easily.

If you have the opportunity, go to a store and see if it's possible to try the ones you're considering. Top tier buds will be pretty mediocre if they don't fit well. And mediocre buds will be pretty good if they're a perfect fit! I have Samsung buds 2 pro, and they're amazing for battery and sound quality. But the left one keeps wriggling halfway out every few minutes unless I'm still as a corpse! So my previous Samsung buds pro are probably better for me. Having the possibility to get some foam tips might alleviate this.

You can downgrade the firmware on buds 2 pro to sound great again, not officially of course. I just did this and it’s night and day. Definitely was planned obsolescence.

I'm a little disappointed my Samsung Buds Pro 2's are already having volume issues after a year of use, and wish to upgrade to something in the 150\~200USD ish range. My main uses would be in the gym and office. I need something with good pass through, ANC, and wireless charging (but that isn't as big of a deal). I'd also something that I can effortlessly pair with my PC. So far I have my eyes on the Bose QC II's, but any other recommendations are welcomed!

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are currently the *overall* best for my needs. There are certainly many TWS buds out there that could be better than these for someone else. Once I got these dialed in with the Diofit tips the sound is badass. Transparency Mode is so good I've never had buds that sound so nice even with transparency on. And the biggest item - for me - Call Quality blows away anything else I've ever used. The lack of true Multipoint is wild and puts me in a position where I'll happily replace these *only if* something else can do just as good for phone calls - and I think that will be tough to find. Other buds I've used that I still highly recommend: - Soundcore Liberty 4 (not the NC and not the Pro) - fantastic overall option. Great battery life, Multipoint, great phone call quality - Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro - especially now with renewed/refurbished options for ~$99 these are an absolute winner in my opinion. No Multipoint, sadly. Great fit, great sound, and pretty good for calls. - OnePlus Buds Pro 3 - really nice package. Great sound, great battery life, Multipoint, and very good call quality. Odd quirk that the wireless charging is on the front, so you have to flip them over for it to work. Haven't tested yet but very interested to: Sony Linkbuds Fit - they have many of the same components as the XM5, have the no-stem look that I prefer, include true Multipoint, should have good call quality, but so frustrating that there is no wireless charging!

WF1000XM5 workout a doubt, I can't fuck with Samsung after they made such a massive downgrade, the Buds 2 Pro was almost perfect (kept slipping out of my ear when I got sweaty) but the Buds 3 Pro look like dollar store Air pods 2

Noise cancelling due to the open design has been my biggest gripe. It just is that much worse, it is the difference of being able to ignore a TV running alongside for somebody else vs not. On an airplane I would definitely stick to my Buds 2 Pro.

Grab a pair of Galaxy buds 2 pro you’ll find them under €100 no problem

Galaxy buds 2 pro best anc for a galaxy bud

Maybe yours is faulty cus alot people on YouTube say the ANC is the best

Can get the tozo crystal pods for 21.42 shipped to your door. I currently own those, soundcore liberty 4 , samsung galaxy buds 2 pro and sennheiser momentum 3.... its unreal to me how good the tozo are at only 19.99 plus tax. I will never spend big money on a pair of earbuds again

The Buds Pro series actually deliver a really good sound profile (https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds2-pro-true-wireless), as does the Air Pods Pro. Both have similar overall decent quality for their price ranges and can deliver a nice, punchy sound in a small package that isn't super expensive. They aren't cheap, but you know... Right in that regular consumer price range. I switch back and forth between Buds 2 Pro and some KZ Castor wired IEM's when I am exercising or outdoors. Each do things differently, mostly the lossiness of BT is very obvious over Tidal HiFi, as where the IEMs sound a bit cleaner. But when I want a pair of no-frill, good-sounding, relatively neutral buds that can deliver accurate-enough music? Buds 2 Pro. My original Buds Pro also lasted almost 3 years, but one fell off down a sewer drain. RIP.

Buds2 pro always felt like they were falling for me. The only size that fit well was small but then I couldn't get a good seal or sound. Buds3 pros I switched to the small and they instantly fit for me. The overall size is smaller then the buds2 pro and they were more balanced because the mic is on the lower outside instead of being top heavy like the buds2 pro. If you don't mind the hassle of buying and returning them if they don't work for you. Samsung has got a sale right now, with trade in that brings down the buds to $120. You could also buy from Samsung and pick up at bestbuy if you have that option.

I use comply sure grip tips for the Samsung buds 2 pro with mine. I wish their case cutout was a little bigger because I'd prefer to have a little bit more of a canal fit but can't fit larger tips and close the case. Wish more mfg's would be less obtuse and realize many use 3rd party tips, and the case cutout shouldn't be the limiting factor to the tips you can actually use. I think they sound a little more detailed than my Sony Xm5's and are a slight step down from my DPP's. Do agree on the app and like how you can fine tune the sound. I go back and forth with the Xm5's and NE24 for the gym. I like the better ANC on the Sony to isolate me from all the people that talk more than they work out. Safe to say the xm5 are my travel buds. I like the NE24 as an easy carry and keep them in my work bag or in a pocket. My DPP live in my gym bag as a backup because they don't isolate as well as the Sony and aren't as portable and comfy as the NE24. The NE24 are the first stalk style buds I can actually live with. Have returned a bunch of pair of stalk buds from the usual suspects. And I've posted a couple times where you can get the Nothing fairly cheap ($55-75). At least in the states.

I find my bud 2 pro slip out my ear at gym a lot. It's probably my ear shape though. Other than that, I have no issues with them. More than enough volume for a noisy gym.

How do they fit in ear compared to previous models? Buds2 fit my ears really well, but I could never get a good fit with Buds2 Pro.

Yup, have spent 3 months looking for my buds2 pros because of this. Still don't know if they got left in a hotel room and stolen, or if they fell out of my suitcase at my house.

The ones I used for years aren’t sold anymore. They were free. They were good, but not amazing. When they died on me, I found some Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. I really like them. The noise cancelling is sometimes freaky, as in I’m not used to it. They work and sound really good. I use them for normal listening, then put cheap earmuffs overtop when I do something like mowing.

I have a Freecom 2x. For the purposes of music it is very poor, and even then it requires some proper-fitting earplugs that selectively filter engine and wind noise but make the JBL speakers sound better. Skip all that nonsense and get a good pair of wireless earbuds that are secure in your ear, sit flush, and provide a good seal that block the harmful wind/motor noise. Personally I use Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. I ONLY use my Freecom for when I need to speak or provide siri inputs.

Galaxy Buds 2 pro but you need and android to configure for first time. Best sound, mic and half the price of AirPods. Only downside is the shape

I've buds 2 pro, buds 3 and rha truconnects all of them are excellent. Id say the buds 2 pro and buds 3 are slightly lighter but connect a lot quicker. Soundwise they are all much of a muchness.

ANC is *very* dependent on proper fit, especially with silicone tips. Memory foam is a bit more forgiving. Buds with "worse" ANC might work better for you if they happen to fit your ears better. So comparing the Buds 2 Pro and 3 Pro will likely come down to which ones work better with your ears. But pretty much everyone will agree Sony and Bose have the best ANC because they both have excellent algorithms, and Sony uses memory foam tips for a more forgiving fit, while Bose's oval tips more reliably give a good seal.

How are they with sports (running, in the gym, mountain biking, etc)? Are they easy to control when sweaty? I have no issues with the Buds 2 Pro control and sound-wise, but the rubber coating on them (I have the black ones) is falling appart from the sweat.

So i realized i got Buds3 (Regular) ones earlier than global release and there are not much info about them so i had to make this post but most importantly this is for guys and gals that can NOT wear earphones with silicon tips and had problems with others before. I insta bought this for my GF who has massive issues with earphones and ONLY Airpods2 fit her ears before and by only i mean i bought and returned shit ton of earphones and just gaveup till this one. and it works best since i also made her to switch to Samsung ecosystem and only thing that was left was the earphones. The earphones before these that we tested were: Samsung: Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro2 and the AKG wired one Apple: Airpods 2, Airpods 3, Airpods pro Soundpeats: Soundpeats Air 3, Soundpeats Air 4 Anker Soundcore: Liberty 3 Pro with wingtips +Other generic stuff that i don't remmber Fit wise ONLY Airpods2 worked for her and researching this topic got me through numerous other posts that i saw that it's common as well. Others like Airpods3 and Soundpeats fit inside her ear easily but as soon as she walked or talked it fell off. It's so light and comfy according to her (I don't like this formfactor) and it stays there even if she runs or chews like crazy! So if you have this problem rest assured that you're saved with Buds3. What makes this unique though it's the fact that it has ANC despite not sealed inside your ear canal and it worked much better than Soundpeats Air 4 that i got couple of weeks ago and the ANC on that one was almost non-existence. It cancels out quieter noises (like air conditioner/ air purifier that i got in home) with ease even without music and for crowded places or airplanes i have yet to try it out but with music and traffic it was almost silent. So i would place it just a tad bit below Buds2 Pro in that regard. Sound quality wise since again it doesn't go INSIDE your ear canals it's not in the same level as Buds2 Pro but it's much better than Airpods 2 even in Spotify and using Hi-Fi music in platforms like Amazon/Apple/Qobuz/Tidal it makes it sound even better than Airpods 3. For extended sound quality/ EQs and different music Genres i have to test it out more but so far it looks like the perfect earphones that i wanted samsung to do for ages.i'll update this post soon. I've also ordered Buds3 Pro and that one is still yet to be shipped and i'm skeptical to keep or not since i got an over the ear headphones for my self and might just stick to Buds2pro but if i get that i'll update the post as well.

There is no way there is that much latency issue. I played ps remote/ xbox gamecloud on ipad/tab s8/s23u and alot of others using buds2 pro and even though those are on cloud i didn't had latency issues regarding the sound. On Device games have zero problems as well. If it was possible to use buds2poro/buds3 without dongle on my ps5 i would've done it as well

You can try the galaxy buds 2 pro. I use them in the gym and they don’t fall out even after several hours of use. They also have anc, and the sound quality is good. You can get them for ~$120 plus tax CAD at Walmart. In the event they don’t fit your ears, you can always return them with Walmart’s return policy. Just make sure you or a friend has a Samsung, so you can customize your settings and equalizer presets to your liking (settings will save even if you change devices like iPhone for example)

I have been looking for wireless earbuds for work because they are less eye-catching than over-ear headphones, but I just can't decide on which one to settle for. I have bought the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and used them for 2 days but they just fail to deliver. It blocks mostly low frequency sounds so talking (eg on the train) sounds like whispering, which is even worse. I have read tons of reviews about other earbuds but they never seem appealing, so I wanted to hear reviews from people to whom it actually matters. So do you have any experience with the Bose QuietComfort, Sony XM-5, Apple airpods 2 or others?

if you find the Buds 3 Pro slightly uncomfortable, I would highly recommend the Buds 2 Pro. These are super comfortable and grippy, and last just as long (I think the ANC is even slightly better on the Buds 2 Pro). Of course, in either case, you have the Wearables App available which enables so much functionality on these buds (e.g. double tap ear to increase/decrease volume, long touch right bud to enable transparency, long touch left bud to enable noise cancellation, etc). I have used the buds2 Pro for over 1 year now, and I can tell you that they work soooo dang well with the Samsung Ultras.

Wish I saw this before I bought my buds 2 pro lol. The sound quality was kinda a bummer, compared to my Skullcandy hesh ANC headphones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. Sony Linkbuds S and Jabra Elite 10 / 8 cases are fairly compact/flat but not as small as the Samsung. JLab Mini case is tiny but the sound isn't as good as any of the others listed here.

I have the buds pro 2 and they sound great but they don't stay well in my ears ive tried different size tips but I have to fiddle with them every 15 20 minutes.

I bought Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and used them on a recent trip. The noise canceling on the plane was very good. The Wear app allows you to test the fit, etc.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 are not bad, just very over priced for what they are in my opinion. I have Samsung Buds2 Pro which I much prefer the fit and anc of, and you can easily find those well under 100 these days. CMF makes some buds around $50 that are pretty great value if you go that direction.

Samsung buds 2 or pro 2. I loved those but I havw accidentally gone throighb4 or 5 pairs because I keep losing the case, one earbud, or the entire thing.

I just upgraded from my s21 ultra. I'd highly recommend the Galaxy buds 2 pro. I'd even rec the buds 3 pro which I have but they won't offer all the features on the s21. I don't even get all of them only the z fold 6 and z flip 6 do but I get all the features that truly matter to me.

Anc on buds 3 pro is better imo but I've heard some people say they prefer sound on the buds 2 pro. The 3 pro are more v shaped though and may be more up your alley

I tried a lot of Earbuds, Google Pixel Buds 2, Samsung buds pro 2, Bose qc ultra, jabra elite 10, one plus... Everyone of this add a good anc. Sony don't. And I even tried 3 xm5 units. If you tried anc on and off its the same thing. No difference what so ever. That's my experience. And I love sony products. I own xm5 headphones for example

I completely disagree. But then again, everyone has their sweet spot. We can't all be the same. I found my soundcores to have very clear bass and amazing clarity and more comfy to wear for longer periods without feeling like they're falling off every time. Buds 2 pros never could fit me right.

Mix to Mobile is a low latency plugin for wireless streaming via WiFi. Total gamechanger. I personally use Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro which I find to be relatively neutral.

I have been using the Samsung buds pro 2 and they're pretty comfy! Eventually my ears need a break, but I can use them a while before that happens. 

I think so, yes-- I always use the smallest option for earbuds tips. These are mostly comfy!

For me, the buds 3 were horrible. The right ear was the only ear they fit, and even then, they fell out if I walked around, never mind during a workout. I ended up returning them and decided against the 3 pro as ive seen reviews showing they have the same issue. I went back to the buds 2 pro.

I had the 2 pro and traded that in for 3 pro. The sound difference is massive. Also, the buds 3 fits me better.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro user here. They've done well for me (sometimes they slip a little, but not a big deal to me to adjust them). Touch controls work well enough. I like the ANC too (and the Ambient mode option). Unfortunately the 3rd generation are golf tees.  The FE look good for $70. IPX2 rated, so should be sweatproof.

I'm hard on stuff and I have a pair of Samsung buds 2 and a pair of buds pro2 and I've put hundreds of hours on each and I lose them, drop them, dirty and wash them lots. Im in a dirty industry. Tracker works good unless the case is closed, that's why i need a backup. I'm not an audiophile but they're loud and bassy enough for me for buds. Had both pairs a couple years, buds maybe coming up on 3. Ive had one fall out of a motorcycle helmet and gone back and found it. I would have gone through more cheap pairs without the Samsung tracker and the anc works good.

careful buds 3 vs buds 3 pro are very different. the pros are the good old in ear style but the normal ones only kinda sit there akin standart Airpods. for that reason i just went cheaply upgraded from buds 2 to buds 2 pro

OP I've had the same problem! Like the outer part of my ear is usually too small for wireless earbuds to rest in comfortably. The best ones I've found are Galaxy buds pro 2 I wear with the small ear tips. If I'm exercising I do have to adjust them every now and then so they stay in but for the most part they work without being too uncomfy

If it's not an instant need I got mine on sale for $100. Still a bit of money but better than full price!

I find the ANC and audio quality better on the Buds2 Pro. Just my opinion though. No matter what tips I tried on the Buds3 Pro I couldn't get the same seal I get with the Buds2 Pro. My Buds3 Pro were also returned for a gap in the seam of the right bud that was open enough to allow moisture in.

In a fairly filled study hall, they do cancel most of the noise that's present here. I'd still hear people near me talking but I don't think that they're supposed to cancel those types of noise anyway. The Buds 2 Pro didn't either. (I also have the 5th gen Sony Over Ears but that's not really a fair comparison, they make it completely silent, so much so that I never use the ANC on those anyway.)

Technics az80 are awesome. Don't buy Sony. If you have Samsung, consider the buds 2 pro or wait for buds 3 pro.

I've had the opportunity to use the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro for the past 10 months, and I've owned the Galaxy Buds Pro for 3 years. Here's my detailed comparison based on my personal experience with both models. Fit and Comfort Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: - The fit of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is exceptionally snug in my ears. - They are so comfortable that I sometimes forget they are even there, making them ideal for extended wear. Galaxy Buds Pro: - The ear fit of the Galaxy Buds Pro is not as good for my ears. They tend to feel less secure and comfortable compared to the Buds 2 Pro. Verdict: The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro win hands down in terms of fit and comfort. Sound Quality Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: - Although they support 24-bit audio codec, the sound quality is slightly less impressive than the Buds Pro. Galaxy Buds Pro: - Surprisingly, despite the lack of 24-bit audio support, the Galaxy Buds Pro deliver better sound quality. The mids are particularly clear and well-defined, which makes a noticeable difference in the overall listening experience. Verdict: The Galaxy Buds Pro take the lead in sound quality. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: - Initially, the ANC on the Buds 2 Pro was satisfactory, but after the latest update, it became worse. Instead of reducing ambient noise, it now seems to boost it, which is quite frustrating. Galaxy Buds Pro: - The ANC on the Galaxy Buds Pro remains effective and consistent. It cuts noise better than the Buds 2 Pro, even after years of use. Verdict: The Galaxy Buds Pro outperform the Buds 2 Pro in ANC performance. Battery Life Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: - The battery life is decent and generally meets my needs. Galaxy Buds Pro: - The battery life isn't as impressive, but since I don't use them for extended periods continuously, it hasn't been a major issue for me. Verdict: While the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a slight edge in battery life, it's not a significant deciding factor in my usage. Conclusion If I had to choose one, the Galaxy Buds Pro are definitely the better option overall. Despite their less comfortable fit and shorter battery life, their superior sound quality and more effective ANC make them a better choice for me. The only drawback is the fit, which might not be as snug for everyone.

Yup.. I agree until if samsung gives a fix update to buds 2 pro.. as they used to sound good before

I've now downgraded to AVK3. is there any better firmware than this?

Samsung buds 2 pro. They’re my favorite !

Clip earbuds. I'm wearing them now. I use them when in social environments, and zoom meetings. They're life changing. I have soundcore ones. I also have Samsung Galaxy pro buds 2 & 3..I need different headphones for different reasons, but my clips are amazing for life of you're around people.

1. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation): • Excellent active noise cancellation (ANC). • Great sound quality with spatial audio support. • Comfortable fit and good battery life. 2. Sony WF-1000XM4: • Industry-leading noise cancellation. • Superb sound quality with customizable EQ. • Long battery life and quick charging capabilities. 3. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: • Exceptional noise cancellation and sound quality. • Comfortable design with a secure fit. • Great for long listening sessions. 4. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro: • Rich sound quality with 24-bit audio support. • Effective ANC and ambient sound modes. • Good integration with Samsung devices. 5. Jabra Elite 7 Pro: • Strong call quality and customizable sound profiles. • Good ANC and comfortable fit. • Solid battery life and multipoint connectivity. 6. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3: • High-quality sound with a balanced profile. • Good ANC and transparency mode. • Stylish design and comfortable fit. 7. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro: • Excellent value for the price with good sound quality. • Customizable ANC and transparency modes. • Long battery life and comfortable wear. 8. Google Pixel Buds Pro: • Seamless integration with Google Assistant. • Good sound quality and ANC. • Comfortable fit and decent battery life.

I use Samsung Buds2 Pro. I forget I'm wearing them (so comfy). I constantly fall asleep with them on, and they have noise canceling which worked pretty well on the plane. Battery life is pretty good too.

Galaxy Buds2Pro (on S23 Ultra) user here, got mine for less than 100 bucks a couple of weeks ago, the fit is amazing, I bought it and remember playing audio on it before updating the firmware, it sounded really nice but as soon as I updated to the latest one available, the earbuds sounded really trash like it wouldn't be any different to those earbuds worth 5 bucks. almost no bass (not punchy at all, the bass felt like it was coming from a piece of cardboard), harsh trebles, the ANC and touch responsiveness became horrible too. I was legit planning to return it atp if it wasnt for [this post](https://www.reddit.com/r/galaxybuds/s/piCLFER3O6) that mentions that the audio quality on the later versions of the firmware became horrible. The OP of the post suggested to downgrade the firmware to a particular version (that ends with AWF4) and holy shit, the difference was night and day. The punchy bass is back, much better ANC and the audio quality in general (even when ANC is off), is so much better than the latest version, downgrading wont affect the warranty if you downgrade to this particular firmware. Now it does sound like what should be coming from something worth 200-250 bucks. ANC is decent, it's not the best but it does block out most of the noise. Apart from that, mic is really good, clear audio on the reciever end even when its windy/noisy outside. I custom EQd it with the Wavelet app and it sounds even better, 360° audio is nice when I play music or stream shows with dolby support but I turn it off otherwise. Us galaxy users can use samsung's ssc codec (with 24bit, 48KHz) to get the best audio output.If you're getting it for less than 100 bucks, it's a no brainer. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

Take it your apple fan having there buds at top the only good thing about them is transparency not sound quality Samsung buds pro 2 sound way better than apple's plus bowers and Wilkins pi6 and pi8 even better sound quality again than this

Change the firmware to an earlier build on the Buds 2 pro, they sound better than the Pro 1's. Else, I agree, the Pro 1's sound better. IMO, the Pro 2 are much better for running/working out. I have issues with the Pro 1's falling out especially when im sweating, Pro 2's did a much better job in staying in ear. Being lighter and smaller is big plus.

Change the firmware to an earlier build on the Buds 2 pro, they sound better than the Pro 1's. Else, I agree, the Pro 1's sound better. IMO, the Pro 2 are much better for running/working out. I have issues with the Pro 1's falling out especially when im sweating, Pro 2's did a much better job in staying in ear. Being lighter and smaller is big plus.

Samsung Bud Pro 2's in ear. Sound great , very comfortable, last about 4 1/2 hours recharge in about 35 minutes

Don't buy things that aren't power tools from a power tool company. I use Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and they're fucking awesome. Active noise cancelling if you don't want to hear anything and audio pass through so you can clearly hear what's happening around you, and it cuts out if things are too loud. Sound quality is outstanding. Battery life is better than expected, just charge them every time you take a break and they'll last all day.

Yeah closest to Harman tuning, mtw4 tuning is extremely bassy and I find instrument separation better on the galaxy buds 2 pro with eq.

If you’re into watching YouTube reviews, search for Gamesky on YouTube. He does a very good job of reviewing many different earbuds and gives examples of sound quality and call quality. He gives high praise for a lot of Soundcore earbuds for best value. Best sound for the price that you pay. I will echo what others here say. How they fit in your ears is probably one of the most important factors in buying earbuds. Make sure there’s a good return policy for whichever brand you go with. I tried the soundcore Liberty 3 Pros and they wouldn’t stay in my ears for anything. So I was able to return them. I also had problems with the Samsung Buds 2 pro. There was something that caused my ears to break out in some kind of skin irritation. No other earbuds did that to me. I eventually contacted Samsung and they refunded me because of this. I also just sent back my Oneplus Buds 3 because one of the mics took a crap. So they are going to replace them once they examine them. If they don’t find anything wrong with them for some reason, I guess I’ll just take a loss on them and try something else. But they have been my favorite buds so far. I just think that Oneplus lacks QC. But the sound is great on them. Far superior to Soundcore. I’ve only had them for a little less than a year. But Soundcore is usually the brand I go with because they are in my price range and have decent sound and nc.

I'm in the exact same boat, which would be easier if I had an android since I hate airpods because of their sticks. The search continues! Edit: I use the Samsung Buds Pro2 and I love them, sadly I lost one at work so I'm down to the case and the left bud, but they apparently have tracking, just don't forget to set it up before losing them.

I would say stick with Galaxy buds since they work best together.. I use Buds 2 pro and they're flawless imo.. idk about 3 but I'd expect them to sound better atleast and have more battery life

Okay so here are my raw thoughts: I have the bud 2 pro also. I don't think I ever got a very comfortable fit in any earbuds I've had so far. It think my ear canals are either too small or just really weird. When I got the xm5 (after my buds 2 pro) I was initially blown away but I realized the longer I wore them the looser the fit would get I think it's the way theyre designed, the tip goes in and it's comfortably but then I become very aware that the bud itself isn't sitting against my ear too well so the only part supporting the xm5 is the ermar tip in my ear canal. I had issues with the buds 2 pros but the shape of the bud did sit in my ear better. I got the best results when I used the XM5 foam tips on my GB2P(smallest size), I did have some Success with the xm5 and the Alza xelastec 2 ear tips, but still over time it felt like they would fall out even though they wouldn't. As far the the GB3P I have has some limited use to compare the ANC but havent done an extended use comparison. Initial thoughts, they seem more snug and comfortable in my ear out of the box, but still don't have the confidence yet with long term, as silicone tips generally don't work for me (only foam and tpm, like the xelastec). I read somewhere today on Reddit that someone was able to use airpod 2 pro tips on the GB3P, so I ordered the xelastec for the air pods and will try them out tomorrow and update. But to summarize I think the fit out of the box for the GB3P is better than the XM5s (for me). I get a little apprehensive about sound quality because a lot of people in this community have a very technical approach to this and I just listen to what sounds I like. My thoughts are that the XM5s are amazing and blew the GB2P out of the water but with my limited use and comparison of the GB3P I believe they meet or at least come close to the XM5s. I can't say theyre better because I can find anything wrong with either of them in terms of sound quality. I listen to wide variety of music pop, EDM, post grunge/alternative rock, just really no classical or jazz. From that I think they're great. Hope that give some insight.

Thanks for great review. I share most of your impression ( compared to my buds 2 pro which i use for a while and gave to my kid since they fit her ears much better ) What foam tips do you use ? I found original tips isnt too comfortable for me and they also felt cheap and smell rubbery.. i just use original silicone ones from soundcore liberty air 2 that died on me suddenly after 5 yrs but would like to try some foam style if you can recommend any.

Do you have an iPhone, the Samsung buds 2 pro I had didn’t work right with my iPhone

If you need to be on the cheap, and are willing to do the research, the sound guys are pretty comprehensive. You can even look at a noise reduction spectra on their website. My Samsung galaxy buds 2 pro were one of the cheapest (albeit still expensive) earbuds with excellent ANC whilst being water resistant (apparently the 3 have worse ANC). I have Bose QC Comforts to compare, and galaxy buds 2 turns out to be pretty comparable at ANC (as suggested by the sound isolation spectra). Of course there are sacrifices that come with cheapness, like smaller battery, meh voice quality, etc. But those are tradeoffs I'm willing to make.

I also have a pair of galaxy bp2 which I use with my pixel 8 pro and honestly, the connection quality is so poor. I'm sure it was never this bad on my pixel 6.

Samsung buds2 pro. They're okay, they come out of my ear canal (not fall out but like loose?) quite easily but otherwise have enjoyed them.

I just bought the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. These are literally perfect, and fit every description

Do the Buds Pro 3 have the same issue severely irritating and causing itchiness in the ear like the Buds 2Pro? Took me a while to recently realize the Pro2 were the cause and that was after I recently (foolishly) purchased another pair on sale! I always had the right bud in much longer for calls, so my left ear only occasionally bugged me. My original Buds Pro were excellent, never one problem causing crazy itchiness and pain. Unfortunately I dropped one and damaged a tiny speaker.

Samsung Buds Pro2 have great ANC and are very small and comfortable.

Got Samsung Bud 2 pro and Bose QC Ultra...

I bought the Sony, Google, Samsung, and Apple buds to test all four (one at a time, returned each pair as needed). All four fit me differently--I couldn't get the AirPods to seal in my ear, while my daughter found them to fit perfectly. I went with the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. They were comfortable and I liked their touch control options.

I got a solid deal on Samsung Buds2 Pro and I'm digging them

Plenty of negative here. I have several true wireless, NuraTrue Pro (now Denon), Samsung Buds2 Pro, Sony WF-1000XM4, LG Tone T-90Q, and a few others. The Status Between 3ANC beat them all. So much so I have a black and bone pair.

Remember to not update the firmware as the recent ones decline its quality to make buds 3 and 3 pro to appeal more. Learned this the hard way

Anything beyond WF4. There is a thread about this lurking in the buds subreddit. I followed and downgraded and it makes tons of differences. When I 1st got my buds 2 pro I upgraded without 2nd thought unknowing Samsung does these kind of things

From a guy who has about 20 pairs keep it simple get the Galaxy buds pro 2 or 3

Samsung Galaxy buds plus or FE are my favorite. FE is particularly good because it has noise cancelling. The buds live are not a good option since they press on the ear too much. They're meant to sit on the ear rather than in it. Plus, if you sleep with a partner, they might hear your buds live. The buds pro, buds 2, and pro 2 didn't stay in well enough. If course the buds live don't stay in at all.

I have the original buds pro and they have the same problem. I've had the most luck with memory foam tips from Amazon, but they're nowhere near as solid as the plus. The pro (and pro 2) are also thicker and press into your ear when lying down, so they such for that too. The FE are great because they have the fit of the plus with the noise cancelling of the pro.

Buds2 pro have the best ANC. Buds3 Pro have the best audio and comfort. 2nd best ANC. If bass is your most important aspect. Buds2 pro. They are the deepest. The 3 pros are more focused on how the artist created the track. For richer balanced sound and a larger sound stage for a “purer” experience. The buds2 pro have a very warm sound stage heavily focused on the Bass.

I came from the Galaxy Buds+ and Pro2, which I still use for calls and around the house. Both were good, and the Buds+ are still my favorite fitting earbuds. Picked up the AZ80s about 6 months ago for when i travel. ANC is good enough, and the fit is decent for me. Sound quality is amazing, and the battery life is also excellent. Good luck with your choice.

Still using my Samsung Galaxy buds2 pro. Not perfect but great earbuds. Sony Xm4s were what I used before but Sony basically nuked them with firmware updates and refused to refund them. They would heat up charging and were hot to touch, lasted maybe 30 minutes before having to charge again. Before that, they were near perfect after getting foam comply tips. My favorite earbuds have been Galaxy buds pro though, almost perfect in everyway if you didn't care much about ANC, not a priority for me ambient sound is. Good battery, sound, comfortable, everything. Pixel buds 1 were just meh, Bose soundsport free were too heavy and uncomfortable but sound great, Bose soundsport wireless were great until I got sick of the wire. Next buds I want to try are one of Sony linkbuds 2 whenever they come out, Soundcore AeroFit Pro Open-Ear, or SHOKZ OpenFit Open-Ear. I'd like to try a good open ear earbud/headphones as earbuds seem to really be messing up peoples hearing, mine includes. It's not bad, could just be "age" but 28 so I don't know.

Other than being consistently a little hot above 3k (which I think is balanced out by its heavy bass shelf), the buds 2 pro is an almost perfect match for 5128DF-based targets. I don’t see the 1.5k hump on any other measurements of the buds 2 pros, so I can’t comment on that. Even though the buds FE don’t deviate much from harman IE (not the biggest fan of) on a compensated graph, they lack the pointy eargain peak on a raw graph, which is an fr feature I find to sound a bit weird and blunted. I do think it’s unfair to call them shitty though.

I tested buds pro 2...now I'm using xm5...a night and day difference...these ones don't fall, feel super comfy, better sound and battery and pretty decent mic and the ANC it's super good...

I have both Bose and Sony. And Samsung buds 2 pro. Sennheiser MTW4 and technics eah-az80. I'd rank Noise cancelling as follows : Bose >> sennheiser mtw4 = Sony wf-1000xm5 > technics eah-az80 > Samsung buds 2 pro

Audio quality depends on person to person. I like punchy bass and am basically a slight bass head!! For me it's as follows : 1. Sennheiser MTW4: works on most number of genres. Awesome bass but not overpowering. 2. Bose QC Ultra: the most booming bass. Like it when I'm listening to hip hop, edm etc. But vocals are good too. Treble is a bit weak but I'm very treble sensitive so don't really mind. 3. Technics and Sony wf-1000xm5: very smooth and balanced. Sony has slightly more bass than technics. Respond well to EQ. I love these when I don't want to drown myself in bass. Particularly for classical, jazz, country music etc. 4. Samsung buds 2 pro : weakest bass in this bunch. But very bright and clear sound. I mostly use this for movies and podcasts but sometime I listen to classical on this.

Samsung Buds2 Pro. I liked them so much I bought a second pair.

Love em. Blows my Samsung Pro buds 2 out of the water. No issues. Love the case. Sounds awesome and battery life is solid. Over 10 hours on mid level ANC.

Buds Pro 2 have been great. Inhade the lives but they weren't comfortable so I switched. These are my 3rd pair of Samsung earphones and they've been the best thus far. My husband even washed one and dried it (it was in my pants pocket) when he did the laundry and it's working like they day i brought them. He washed them like a year ago, still working.

Galaxy buds 2 pro and airpods pro 2. Every other wireless earbuds ive tried (including galaxy buds 3 pro and xm5) sounded significantly worse.

Samsung Buds pro 1's amazing to use good sound all around perfect! Pro 2's are horrible for me the buds never seem to want to stay in my ear! Pro 3, i do not own but my colleague just gotten and won't take them out

Buds2 pro on sale with the release of the buds 3 pro are a no brainer IMO.

Galaxy series are very comfy. The buds 2 pro are the most comfy i used

I'll be honest, I hate pretty much everything about 3 Pro. Cheap looking case, fitment sucks - tips are either too big or too small, don't go far enoguh into the ear. Bass is lacking compared to 2 Pro. ANC is worse (I can hear a whine from the room fan in 3 Pro, but not in 2 Pro).

I have an opposite experience. ANC works better on 2 Pro than 3 Pro.

Buds 2 pro sound amazing but yeah I would never do any serious physical activity with them Linkbuds Fit, or Beats Fit Pro are probably your best bets

Only if you want the Apple ecosystem conveniences  Otherwise, Sony XM5, Linkbuds S, or Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are my top picks. Yes even as an iPhone user I prefer Samsung Buds over Airpods

No, for the exact reasons you stated. My favorites are Sony earbuds and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and I’m on iPhone

Galaxy buds 2 pro i find it better than the new buds 3 pro tbh At least design wise

Had airpods 2 pro, they sounded too tinny, so i switched to the Xm4. It had great sound and terrible fit. I then switched to Linkbuds S , which fit great, but I couldn't get past the low quality sound, I then switched to the Galaxy Buds 2 pro, which fit great and had the most bass of any headphone I've ever tried, it's clear bass too. I used these for 2 years, but even with good bass, the highs and mids suffered a lot. Then I finally went back to Sony with the wf1000xm5's, which have all the bass of the buds 2 pro but with clarity in every frequency. They also fit even more secure for me than my galaxy buds 2 pro. In my opinion, it's an easy win for Sony.

i bought for myself Samsung Buds+ a while ago. I lost them but I loved them so much I bought a new pair. I lost the new pair the year later so I bought the Samsung Buds 2, they are really great for my use. For christmas last year I bought Buds 2 pro for my gf. She likes them a lot, she even bought some for her dad. Since then, her mom even bought some. Her mom told her last weekend that she really loves her new earphones! I guess the buds 2 pro are good enough for everyone!

Hard to beat those 4nc in this particular question. With eq, they have massive bass. They have some of the most solid anc. They have ldac and good tuning for audio quality. If your more of a Harman curve person, try to Galaxy buds 2 pro and buds fe. If that doesn't do ya, go straight to the perl pro. If that doesn't do ya, grab a fiio wireless kit and start trying iems

Galaxy buds pro2 the sound is amazing and clear they also sound great for music

Using the buds 2 pro since a year daily, the battery is still holding up pretty well.

Key words here being "small ears," I'd say, check out the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2. I have a lot of earbuds, and I find these to be the smallest feeling ones. Their design makes it so they sit very comfortably within my ears, and the ANC is very good, provided that you have a good seal. They're currently $119 on Amazon US. If you need something less expensive, the Tozo NC7 is also on the smaller side and are currently $50 on the Tozo website. Being less than half the price of the Samsung, the ANC isn't as good, but that's to be expected for budget earbuds.

I was thinking the same thing. The ANC is very good, and the design is nice and small and sits mostly on the inside portion of my ear, which would be great for side sleeping.

I went with Samsung. But nothing was good too. Only that audio quality was a bit unclear on calls but understandable and no background noise.

Samsung Buds Pro 2 does the screeching sound as well when I put my head on the pillow on the side.

I really enjoy my Samsung pro 2, they're cheaper now the 3 has come out.

Ps, I wear them up to 8 hours on a single charge while I work, I take a nap listening to wjite noise with them. They're great. Mic is decent, better on the 3s from the videos I've seen.

Jabra Elite 10's. Not bad. Not amazing. The ANC isn't great. I preferred the Buds Pro 2 but I washed those. Then I washed my back pair of Galaxy buds. I decided to go with a cheaper pair (the Jabra's were on offer) that wouldn't break the bank should I leave them in the pocket of my laundry.

My experience Bose QC 2: Software is utter shit, bluetooth switching is as reliable as 50 year of fiat, app is useless. Sound is very good. ANC is absolutely insane. Samsung buds 2 pro: Everything is just fine. ANC is meh. But they are reliable, comfortable, and compact.

Do you think tws can explode in the ears? Because I did read the news where there were Samsung Galaxy buds which exploded in the ears of a lady. That's my new fear unlocked and I have five pairs of tws with me. 1. Samsung Galaxy buds 2 Pro 2. Pixel buds Pro 3. Pixel buds A series 4. Realme buds Air 3 5. Anker Liberty 4 TWS While they are all good brands and I don't wear them for hours, but I do feel it's a risk now.

The buds 2 pro are better  at canceling the noise of a mower than the buds 3 pro. I got the buds 3 pro last week and am probably going to return them and go back to the buds 2 pro.

Used Galaxy Buds Pro or Pro 2.

Jabra Elite 18 gen1.samsung galaxy bur 2 pro.sony links buds S.Never fell down.dilby atmos and head tracking very sweet.

Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are good. Can't comment on the 3s. The 2s are comfortable and sound excellent.

Personally I'd say go with the best, the Samsung galaxy buds2 pro. I didn't find the original silicone tips particularly good so I got some better designed ear tips from Amazon and not only do they stay in place no matter what, the noise cancelling has got even better!

Galaxy buds pro 2*

I had the xm4's, best buds I've ever had. Only negatives were that they are kinda bulky and the eartips just break in use. Xm5's probably are better in every way. The anc is the best. Personally I liked the buds2pros more than 3's. Small, sleaker size, they look better imo and not just a apple copy, they stayed in ear better and no real difference in audio for me. anc maybe bit better on 3s.

Buds 2 pro. They have a noise cancelation feature which is great for flights, buds and case are compact and easily stored. The battery life is decent and they sound good for being so low profile/small.

I have the Galaxy buds 2 pro and I like them, but if you decide to go with them then check Amazon, I bought mine in brand new condition for $109 USD/100€

This is the [listing](https://a.co/d/0a9cXijg) If you don't mind the grey color, they're even cheaper

I've had apple pros 2 and Samsung pros 2. I prefer the Samsungs overall. Better fit and far better battery life, but the apples had slightly better noise cancelation.

I tried the buds 2 pro right when they came out and sent them back after a 2 days of trying them. For some reason they hurt my ears, even when using the exact same ear tips i used on the buds pro the fit just wasn't comfortable for some reason. They were also annoying to adjust because of how small they were, everytime i tried i hit the controls. I'm hoping i don't have these problems with the buds pro 3. For me the only real con of the buds pro is the Voice detect that turns on ambient for a few seconds is way too touchy, any sort of power tool like a saw will cause it to turn on (which is bad for obvious reasons).

I can cross two off your list: Bose QC II/Ultra will develop a series of connectivity issues that force you to reset and re-pair the earbuds from time to time. Samsung Buds 2 Pro's ANC is basically non-exist. Barely cancel out anything.

My Samsung buds 2 pro plays very loud, I usually have it around 30 and it's plenty loud. I'm fairly sure 50 would damage my ears. I really don't believe sennheiser TWS has issues with volume. You tried disconnecting and reconnecting, right? Could be defective?

Edifier Neobuds Pro probably costs a bit more than $100, but from my own experience, its ANC reaches maybe 80%~90% of the best of the best but much more expensive Bose QC Ultra (buds). I actually tested both of these on the plane, along with Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 pro. The galaxy buds 2 pro ANC just seem non-existent compared to those two. It's it's also worth mentioning, the Bose QC Ultra ANC is just out of this world. It just seems to work differently from any other buds, and it just makes me feel the passive isolation doesn't do anything as the Bose but doesn't even go deep into the ears. The fact this Edifier could go this far with ANC while working more like other non-bose brands (and remains comfortable to wear) is amazing to me as well. And music sounds better on the edifier than on the Bose to me. Too bad my edifier right bud broke just after one year of use.

I lost mine to the rain sadly, they no longer charge after a big downpour. Agree with you on the 3rd - they look and feel very cheap, I've benched them in favour of a £20 amazon set which are doing the job just fine.

Last time I went out, I used my Samsung Buds2 Pro wireless earbuds with the active noise canceling activated. They worked surprisingly well.

That was my experience. YMMV, though.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are what I've been using for about a year and I like them quite a bit.  Before that I was using Sony WF-1000XM4 buds until I accidentally ran one over in my driveway. Those were solid as well.  Both of these are noise cancelling (to some extent) and also they both have newer models out.

Great down to earth comparison! I currently have the AZ60's and Galaxy Buds Pro 2's, which took over from my AZ60's as my daily driver. Over all, the Pro's offer a better package than the AZ60's with only multipoint missing, which is a feature I love! Saying that switching devices with the Pro 2's has become second nature....Pro 2's offer better sound, anc, battery life, build and that nice eco system if you have a Samsung phone. Still love my AZ60's, though, and will only upgrade should the buds break or an unbelievable deal rears it head. Again, thanks for the great comparison 👍🏽

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Pairs really well with my. S22+. Solid sound out of the box but it's really impressive with Poweramp EQ and some foam tips. The performance is very hard to match, especially with how small and discreet they are.

The Galaxy buds 2 can be found for $50 and the 2Pro for 110-129. Fitment can be a challenge as they're really small, but you're getting alot for the price.

I absolutely hate them. If I wanted Airpods I would have bought Airpods. I hate that they took away the tap gestures and made it a button. Everytime I push the button I end up pulling the earpiece out. I switched back to my Buds Pro 2. These are a downgrade from even the Buds Pro. I'm happy to return them. Plus, I can't even wear them in my motorcycle helmet anymore. Why did they put the side dongle on them?! Trash. Oh, and the case is so much bigger that the Buds Pro and it sucks trying to wrestle them in place.

They're pretty close in sound quality, I'd just stick with those.

If you want " the best sound " then you have to explain what that means to you: do you like more bass ? More tremble? Cleaner mids ? Etc.. Some people have recommended and I can agree as well on the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 pro ( or 2 pro if you want them cheaper ). They follow the Harman curve pretty closely which is a frequency response target for headphones and earphones that aims to achieve a sound signature that is most pleasing to the majority. My personal favourite : Edifier has a great line of products. ↓ The Edifier neo buds pro 2 are about 80£ right now and sound really really good for their price. Probably some of the best connectivity any earbuds has, with aptx, Ldac and Lhdc. They also have their latest Edifier Stax Spirit 10 which I just got and my god they sound amazing! Competing with some of my more expensive iems and sometimes makes me want to take a break from my Arya V3 to listen to them.

I used to wear the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 on my scooter. Noise cancelling was too much as I could hardly hear anything outside the music and ultimately, ANC does not block the noise but make more noise to cancel it out. I believe this still damages your hearing over time

The Buds 2 Pro I have is far worst than the least good earbuds I had from Sony (Linkbuds S that died from the well known battery drain issue). The XM5 I replaced them with is top notch. Noise cancelling is impressive to say the least, battery life great, audio quality superb and the case is small enough. I don't know if they've improved things, but Samsung QC is already questionable on the 3 and reliability is another topic, but I know too much people including myself that had issues with Samsung products

I have both the Buds 2 Pro and the 3 Pro. The ANC of the 3 pro is much better. Maybe it's a problem with fit, because the 3 pro fits way more snugly, but to me the 2 pro ANC doesn't block a lot of noise.

2 pros all day. I just upgraded because of all the sales going on. They fit a little different so I'd get some foam ear tips for the pros. I used stock mediums on the 2s but use large foam on the 2 pros. Same features, same case size, good sound and imo more comfortable.

same, hated the stock eartips that came with them. Almost returned them till I got the foam eartips and it solved every issue.

Yeah, if you look the buds 2 have a longer little stem and the 2 pros don't. It's a lot shorter so doesn't feel like it seals as good or stays in. The foam ear tips basically gives it a longer "stem" to go into he ear comfortably. Like I said I usually use the stock mediums on the 2s but the large foam on the pros fit perfectly stay in even when chewing food and I forget they are in because of the comfort.

Oppo enco X2 (for work, calls, and listening music while going somewhere) Samsung galaxy buds 2 pro (listening music at home, and while doing any possible training routine)

>Best Earbuds for Music and Calls I've reviewed most of the TWS Earbuds in your list and added some of the new models and some not listed (Denon and HUAWEI ) that are best in their respective class. Here's my subjective scoring for Music and Calls in a dynamic loud noise environment (feel free to listen to the links provided for Calls): Technics EAH-AZ80 Music: 8.5/10 [Calls: 7/10](https://youtu.be/gjlv-buNT14?t=302) Sony WF-1000XM5 Music: 8.5/10 [Calls: 4/10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8z4mGaPpco&t=269s) Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Music: 7/10 [Calls: 4/10](https://youtu.be/hx2EfAhO1dg?t=170) Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds Music: 7.5/10 [Calls: 4/10](https://youtu.be/d8z4mGaPpco?t=351) Jabra Elite 10 Music: 8/10 [Calls: 7.5/10](https://youtu.be/N3p4eAM6KhY?t=344) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Music: 8/10 [Calls: 7/10](https://youtu.be/F6hzX8pYYuk?t=302) Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Music: N/A Calls: N/A Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Music: 8/10 [Calls: 6/10](https://youtu.be/Xthq08rrXCI?t=294) Beats Fit Pro Music: N/A Calls: N/A HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 3 Music: 8/10 [**Calls: 10/10**](https://youtu.be/HSKp21z5XtU?t=365) Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Music: 8.5/10 [Calls: 6.5/10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjlv-buNT14&t=270s) Denon PerL Pro **Music: 9/10** [Calls: 7/10](https://youtu.be/8gRPinbf7EY?t=354) NOTHING ear 2024\* Music: 8.5/10 [Calls: 7.5/10](https://youtu.be/HSKp21z5XtU?t=336) \*Edit: Added 2024-06-21

I have Buds 2 Pros. I love them. No issues. Ordered the 3 Pros because they were cheap with the various rebates, etc. But the side sleeping thing, coupled with the reported "dark and muddy" sound and over emphasis on bass that reviewers have noted when compared to 2 Pros, and disappointing ANC compared to 2 Pros, and issue the tearing tips when trying to remove them, has all led me to decide I am highly unlikely to keep them and instead just stick with the 2 Pros, which at this point seem to be a superior product.

Is it just me who thinks the Buds2 Pro are better in every way than the Buds Pro? I own 2 pairs of the OG pro, and I think the sound quality is not as good as the 2s, and I love the way that the 2s fit snugly inside my ear.

Samsung Buds 2 Pro are the only pair I have used off that list. They dropped the feature that would let the user adjust the ambient level between the pro and pro 2 which is a bummer but otherwise they have worked well for me. I use the soundcore 30i most of the time at work now. They are pretty dope but outside the sun will cause button presses accidentally. Thanks for the list.

I have the Buds+, Buds 2 Pro, Buds FE, and Apple Airpods Max. Considering affordability, fit, noise cancellation, and sound , I use my Buds FE the most. They fit just like the Buds+ from ages ago but have noise cancellation that I can take with me to the gym or on the plane and feel at peace. The Buds 2 Pro is nice for the features and colors, but the fit sucks, IMO. The Buds+ are lovely but off the market and without noise cancellation. And the Airpods Max are the best for sound but over the ear, way more expensive, and not as intuitive, connection wise, for androids. So I'd go with the Buds FE! Can't comment on the new Buds 3 but I have heard those are good too.

They are definitely a downgrade over the buds 2 pro which are insanely comfy, easy tap/hold system to control functions (and customizable!), and even a higher waterproof rating then these newer ones afaik.

Soundcore Liberty 4 NC, best earbuds under $100, amazing noice cancelling, fit, controls, BT 5.3. Sound is only alright, if you're an audiophile go with galaxy buds 2 pros

Surprised Samsung's buds 2 pro aren't on the list. Coming from iPhone air pods, they are much better imo.

I am having an issues finding any true wireless earbuds that get loud enough for me. I've tried the jabra elite 10s, sony xm5s, and Samsung galaxy buds 2 pro. Out of the three the galaxy buds 2 pro get the loudest but still not loud enough for me. So I'd like recommendations on decent quality earbuds that get louder than any of the ones I have tried. And please don't suggest the votomy v22 I know about those but cannot find any to purchase so that does not help me any.

Okay. The xm5s and jabra elite 10 were not even close to loud enough for me. Like barely loud enough to hear while mowing. The galaxy buds 2 pro are better, but still not enough.

What about call quality in noisy environments? Buds 2 Pro were excellent in my case.

I have tried Jabra 65t, 85t, Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, Sony WF-1000XM5 & Samsung Buds2 Pro. Only Samsung Buds2 Pro fit & retain the fit during workouts (weight lifting).

I lift weights daily and I've tried multiple earbuds. For best fit nothing beats Buds2 Pro. For ANC nothing beats Sony XM5. If I expect a call during my gym time I take Buds2 Pro (the best from multiple earbuds tested in a gym and LOUD swimming pool competitions). If I don't expect a phone call I take XM5 & I re-fit them a few times per hour.

Same, have Sony linkbuds and Galaxy buds 2 pro, but transpareny mode is shit compered to AirPods. And that is the mode i use the most, but i believe its better because of the stem mics.

I feel like the "best sound quality" wireless earbuds are either the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, or if you want more detail than that you could look into a hybrid iem or planar and use Bluetooth earhooks/neckband/Bluetooth DAC AMP.

They have the best tuning out of the mainstream tws.

I ended up getting samsung galaxy pro 2 earbuds and while they're not as good at first they're a pretty decent replacement. I recommend getting some memory foam buds for them though as the hard buds they come with don't create a tight seal in my ear.

I had these before my Bose qc 2s. The Bose are better in sound and noise cancellation, but bulkier and have more pieces that can fail. After losing one of the rubber guards it took about two weeks for the plastic casing to separate. I missed having my galaxy buds, their fit was great for me but I lost them and replaced them with far less comfortable galaxy pro 2s My biggest issue with the Bose was size as I fall asleep with earbuds in frequently. Pixel buds pro 2 while having slightly less noise cancellation are great for that with their extremely small size.

I didn’t like the galaxy buds pro, they were uncomfortable. I’m happy with the pixels and keeping my Bose as a backup.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are sometimes available around 100, it's the best you can get for that money.

I prefer the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Sound Quality,Cost+Performance, Design and the user friendly app

Galaxy buds 2 Pro, had the standard Galaxy buds 2 before and tbh they're about the same .

I have the 2pros and 3pros. The main difference I've found just as a normal person is that when I snap my fingers near both buds, I can hear it much clearer on the 3pros. The 2pros cancel out more of the snap. But in real world use, I've found the 3pros cancel out the sound of a car, pretty much entirely, but when the car honks I hear it clearly. It was the opposite w the 2pros, where the honk was more muffled but I could hear the car engine and stuff more. Again, I'm just a normal consumer, and I'm not really testing or anything. These are just things I've noticed since I've used both on my work commute.

A much better sound imo, I like them more. To the point where when I was having doubts on the switch I tried my 2pros again and was surprised at how bad they sounded in comparison. But let me emphasize that both earbuds sound good. I just prefer the 3pros. Overall I'm happy with the upgrade, and would def recommend it to anyone interested.

Buds2 Pro, Buds Live, & Buds FE with my Galaxy & Airpods Pro's 1&2 with my iPhone.

I had to move to small tips and seems better. Huge improvement over original, those were so uncomfortable. I used it yesterday with phone and pixel tablet and switching worked decently but handoff not the best. Can manually tap notification. To me airpods pro still more comfortable. Idk left ear usually feels off for me. It's better than galaxy buds 2 pro

The Sony XM5s are amazing, and top of the mainstream heap pretty much when it comes to both sound quality and ANC. I wear them at home when I want to relax with music. That said for out and about and using during work, I absolutely love my Galaxy Buds2 Pro. They sound great, have very good ANC, but what seals the deal for me is that I can't even feel them in my ears. They are so damn comfortable.

Absolutely agree with you on that . I currently have xm5, mtw4, AZ100, Galaxy buds 2 pro as well as my DPP and overheads, and the sound the Perl Pros put out is beyond fantastic.

I use mine on aptx, and SBC when watching TV. I can say without question, that they are the best sounding buds I have ever owned. I even prefer to wear them to sleep. And I currently own them, az100, xm5 Overheads and buds, Sennheiser M4 and tws, galaxy buds 2 pro, xm4 overhead, and QC ultra overhead. Gave away my tozo A1 golden. Anyway my point is my perl pro are my go to!!

Galaxy bud pros 2

The 2s have better ANC in that they don't "pop" with sudden, loud noises. The 3s have better quality ANC in that they block sound slightly, but noticeably better.

Not the buds2 pro - they keep falling out during exercise and the touch controls are triggered by sweat.

Been using galaxy buds 2 pro for a couple of years or maybe even more. Very happy with them. Also, they are very comfortable even if I'm using them lying on one side. Noise cancellations is good enough for me although I don't have any experience to compare them with.

I have used galaxy buds 2 pro for years now sadly my battery is starting to go but that has nothing to do with welding

The case is ok, just get used to it, its just a matter of habit. I had all airpods models and buds pro2 and buds 3 (sometimes I like to go out or make zoom calls without rubber in ears)) I will put buds pro 2 on the first place in usability but they say buds pro 3 have better sound. buds 3 don't position well in ears, I like airpods nonPro more. The last place go to Airpods pro which I gave to one younger relative and he was happy.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, they're not very good but have proved more reliable than a whole bunch of others, Sennheiser momentum, XM4, load of em, all never make it beyond 6 months. I baby them and they still die. I thought the og Pixel Buds were ok but they just wouldn't stay in my ears. I'm interested in the Pixel Buds Pro 2. Got some Bowers & Wilkins px7 s2 for when I fly or do some critical listening.

They are not the loudest earbuds by any means, pretty disappointed to be honest. At max volume they pale in comparison to M&D MW09, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (or even 2 Pro for that matter), and the Noble Audio FoKus Prestige.

I use both the buds 2 pro and buds 3 pro. I love the sound on the 3 pro but hate the stem, so I usually use more the buds 2 pro . I miss the buds live, they were the best ever unless you used to sleep on the side lol

Galaxy buds pro 2

As someone who currently has buds2 pro and buds 3 pro AND works at the airport... NC is much better with buds2.. which I'm sad to admit. Also voices and high frequency noises bleed in so easily on the buds3 pro. So cicadas and jet engines bleed in like your watching a YT video of high frequency noises. It's terrible and wouldnt wear as protective hearing but hopefully they fix it.

Galaxy buds 2 pro. No competition imo

Galaxy Bud pro 2 super favorite, BUT AFTER loving the 4nc super super and I told them... You may just have a new client... Got the pros and I'm not mad attm but now that I'm on a budget, they're going back. I like the four NCS better probably just going to get another pair of those... Eager to read more on this thread for something different like the earfuns or something else in this price range.... Rock on people

Fe might be the best fit in most cases bcz it has wingtips buds3 and 3 pro quite similar to airpods3 and pro respectively, but the big stem might cause discomfort to some ppl. buds pro is the biggest and thickest one, most ppl dont go with it. buds 2 is the smallest but the most slippery pair. buds 2 pro is somewhere in between this duo. buds live is weirdly shaped, meant to be a competitor of normal airpods(comfy for most) but its long shape break its meaning buds 1 and buds+ are similar to fe, but you hardly find a new pair of them these days gear icon x same as buds 1.

I'm having the exact same issue. I've tried all the tip sizes and they keep sliding out. I'm going to return mine and go back to the Buds2 Pro.

Not fully true. The greatest audiophile reviewer Crinacle has ranked Galaxy buds 2 pro above majority of wired iems in sound quality

I think Galaxy buds 2 pro are really great, especially since crinacle himself has ranked it above majority of wired iems

Well one of the perfect ones are Galaxy Buds 2 pro, its ranked above iems which cost 2x or 3x by Crinacle

Nope. Check the rankings given for Galaxy buds 2 pro by Crinacle It has outranked majority of iems below and above that price range [https://crinacle.com/rankings/iems](https://crinacle.com/rankings/iems) https://preview.redd.it/qj6jnevfb16f1.png?width=1732&format=png&auto=webp&s=27362c463a8c7e52598e8eb231ecf9d1047c6523

Yah but this buds beats iems which is 2x or 3x more expensive as per the rank list

Liberty 4 nc are superb Galaxy buds FE if you have a Samsung device. Galaxy buds 2 pro if you can find a deal

I have all the buds in my post and buds 2 pro, buds3 pro. I remember when I bought the FE, I thought to myself that Samsung have dropped a bollock here! These buds are Soooo good, at the time the buds 2 pro were the top of the line and I must admit they are seriously good but the FE are not that far behind them. I bet Samsung lost a lot of sales on the buds2 pro to the FE. But the buds3 pro are out of this world mate, they just do everything right, especially there voice command feature, you don't have to touch the stems, it's all controlled by voice, sublime.

Had the c700n and sent them back the next day! Anc is crap. For your budget look at,,, Soundcore liberty 4 nc Galaxy buds FE Galaxy buds 2 pro, got mine on amazon resale for £80

Any more thoughts after a few weeks? I'm thinking about switching from the gb2p as well after they've started having a litany of weird connection issues  (one bud will occasionally ignore volume changes from the phone except for mute, one will lag behind the other sometimes by a just noticable fraction of time during playback, intermittent connection dropouts)

I just got mine today and overall like them. I also have the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. They definitely don't sound as good as the Galaxy Buds and the bass is both weaker and has more distortion. However they are MUCH more comfortable and feel more stable and a lot less likely to fall out. Also with the Galaxy Buds, I would get so many weird audio drops and ghosting/echoing (not sure how to describe it) and phasing in and out. Just really weird stuff. So while the Galaxy Buds sound much better (IMO), the discomfort, lack of secure fit, and the bizarre audio issues will mean the PBP2 will be my daily drivers. As far as audio quality, do these things require a break-in period where they start to sound better?

Yeah, this and the lack of secure feel are why I decided to switch. The Galaxy bp2 sound pretty great to be honest, but on my P8P and now my P9P, I just had a litany of connection problems. I don't mind taking a small hit in audio quality if the PBP2 stay connected, don't fall out of my ear, and don't cause ear pain.

had the buds + for 4 years, then the buds 2 pro, then the buds3 pro. loved the buds+ decent sound quality but the battery was crap. the buds 2 pro was better but i did not like the ear fit. the bus3 pro has improved all the previous issues.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro SoundCore Q30 Moondrop Chu II On the LCD Steam Deck I avoided using Bluetooth, the latency was sometimes high, so I used the Moondrop Chu II. Now on the OLED I've been using the Q30 and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro more.

I did get the quiet comfort ultras, ended up returning them because my pair had some crackling noises whenever I used them and they didn't feel the best in my ears, the noise cancelling was phenomenal though. I ended up going with the galaxy buds 2 pros which aren't as good on the noise cancelling front unfortunately (still decent) but fit much better in my ears. I'd say if the quiet comfort ultras fit your ears they would be amazing

I tried out the Bose quiet comfort ultra, the noise cancelling was amazing but they had a crackling that was really annoying and didn't fit my ears so I sent them back and got the galaxy buds 2 pro, the noise cancelling isn't as good but they fit my ears really good so I stuck with them and they've been really good so far

I have tried them, they didn't feel comfortable in my ears unfortunately, settled with the galaxy buds2 pros and they fit me really well

Hi friend! Super useful review. How would you rate the 1) fit 2) ANC 3) Transparency? For reference, I'm currently using the Galaxy Buds2 Pro -- I'm satisfied with their ANC and Transparency but the fit has always been an issue.

I still stand by my Galaxy buds 2 pro

Have owned Buds Pro 1 and 2. Bought the 3 but returned due to build quality issue. My overall opinion, ANC was better on B3P, no doubt. Battery life also rocked. Overall sound quality though? Not better than 2 Pro. 2 Pro's also built with softer plastic that's more comfortable. Might see if QC issues can be fixed later but for now, sticking with current 2 Pro's

I've had the galaxy buds pro 2 and found they fell out constantly but found the air pod pro 2 a perfect fit, hopefully these are the same

wait same... after switching from apple to z fold 6 im ready to dump these airpods in the Mississippi. the quality is terrible now and i have to have them almost at max volume to hear anything. im testing out the soundcore a40 earbuds right now (do not recommend way too big for my ears) and i tried the galaxy buds 2 pro and those were too big.. im struggling to find something that wont fall out! why everything gotta be so big and clunky 🥺

I use my ear buds all the time everyday, Galaxy buds 2 pro. At home I use my pc with the sennheiser hd 560 s. I'm sure it would go well with the deck but I just leave them home.

I use Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and they sound great. There is a slight bit of latency, but barely noticeable unless I'm playing something like Hi-Fi Rush that is all about timing to the sound.

Over the last two months I have moved through Galaxy Buds FE, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, JBL Live 460NC and finally the JBL Live Beam 3. My personal favorites are by far the JBL Live Beams, the screen on the case is just a novelty, the actual headphones are some of the best I've ever used. I really liked the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as well, but they were very shallow and always felt like they were falling out even with replacement memory-foam buds. I'm returning them. Happy shopping.

Hey, this is awesome, thanks so much for writing. I'm in the exact same position of having the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and trying to decide whether to switch.  I do not care one bit about audio quality for music. The only thing I care about is how well and conveniently they work for phone calls. How's the mic? I'm seeing mixed reports. My experience with the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 mic is decent but not great - no distortion like the 1st gen buds, but people say I sound really quiet. I'm hoping the Pixel Buds Pro 2 can be the solution for talking while driving, biking in the wind, walking through city noises, etc. Does this sound realistic?

I have the galaxy buds pro 2 and I love them

Galaxy buds 2 pro. Been using them regularly for the last 2 years. Recommend them. I do like the ANC.

The best buds are the iFi Go Pods with a pair of dedicated IEMs. I'm running them with the Theiaudio Hype 4 For traditional earbuds, my personal ranking list: Technics AZ80 > Denon Perl Pro > Sennheiser Momentum TW 4 (w/ Sound Personalization) > Sony Linkbuds S > AirPods Pro 2 > Sony XM5 > Galaxy Buds2 Pro > Beats Studio Buds+/Beats Fit Pro > Powerbeats Pro I end up daily driving the Momentum 4s most days, just given their ANC/Transparency is competitive with other sets, and the app is fairly solid. Sound quality alone, toss up between the AZ80 and Perl Pro.

Using the buds 2 pro with my S24 ultra. Its a lot better than the original buds that I got with my S20. Only gripe for me is the noise cancellation is very weak. I can still hear a lot of outside noise even when I'm in my room. Ambient mode on the other hand is perfect when I'm walking or jogging feels like I got my audio playing inside my head while I'm still aware of my surroundings.

IEM are no good for sports. I'd recommend you to go with Galaxy Buds 2 pro. They sound really good (!!), got noise canceling option, very comfortable, waterproof. They're basically made with sport activities in mind.

Galaxy Buds 2 pro. Like almost everything about them. ANC is excellent. Best thing in my opinion is how small they are.

If you want to prioritize voice isolation for calls, the Huawei Freebuds Pro 4 (and 3 which are known to be pretty close to the 4s in voice isolation) are class leading, period. See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2Tyw8TCq9U (I own several of the major flagships that would be competitive here, the Huawei Freebuds Pro 4, Apple Airpods Pro 2, AZ100, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, and EPOS Adept E1) And see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUgPW7MRfS8 These have stems, but the stem design tends to have better voice isolation because it can position the mic closer and towards your mouth.

You'll want to check out these two channels that focus on voice quality and voice isolation (and not just ANC): * Weekend Gear Guide https://youtu.be/rUgPW7MRfS8?t=404 * Aaron X Loud and Wireless https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uee8M8jEpV4 In short, if money is no object, (and I've tested several high end earbuds myself including the JBL Tour Pro 3, Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and 3, AZ100, ADAPT E1) I think the best earbuds with noise rejection (wind and otherwise) are the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 or Pro 4.

Commenting because I want to know the answers. I had galaxy buds2 pro that would hurt after a while, but they started glitching after a few years of intensive usage, so after months of doubt I ordered Marshall Motif II ANC. They arrived today, but I had to return those beauties mostly because they were to broad for my ears and the bud hurt from the first minute. Sidenote: I also wasn't satisfied by their sound and ANC at the given pricepoint RIP.

I have both the pro 2s and the pro 3s, the 3s are much more comfortable, better mic, but the anc is worse.

So ...I have Pixel Buds A for a long long time. I bought Galaxy Buds Pro 2 for my mom since she is using Galaxy A54 and I didnt quite like it. Sound is fine but I would rather get the Pixel Buds Pro - so I did. Great sound and features but God they didnt feel as secure in my ears as Buds A /keep in mind I have quite small ears/ so I returned the Buds Pro and stayed with Buds A since the little hooks holds really really good. I am now saving money to buy Sony WH-1000XM5 but if you want in ear I would get Sony WF-1000XM5. BUT If you want to stay in pixel ecoystem I saw some leaks about Pixel Buds Pro 2 ... [https://www.tomsguide.com/audio/headphones/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-may-have-just-leaked-with-this-key-spec](https://www.tomsguide.com/audio/headphones/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-may-have-just-leaked-with-this-key-spec)

Buds 3 pro have worse anc, but so so much more comfortable. The buds 2 pro has way better anc but not as comfortable.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. I got them for free as an upgrade incentive about 3 years ago.

I love my Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Fantastic sound for the price.

there's a Galaxy Buds 2Pro model out. I own a set, they're comfortable and the battery life is good. Pricing is $100-$130 new in the US right now

My wife and I both have been rocking the Galaxy buds 2 pro for about 2 years now and they Sound great, noise canceling is awesome, battery life for the earbuds awesome, battery life for the case is great. Everything about the Galaxy buds 2 pro easy 5 stars. Whenever my wife and I decide to get the Galaxy buds 3 pro we still keeping our buds 2 pro.

Momentum 4... but I wouldn't be using them for workouts o\_O in-ears like galaxy buds pro 2 or similar are much more discreet and sound very good. I own both and they have a pretty similar tuning. Both have very long battery life. If you want something to last, then I wouldn't be getting sweaty with it.

Pro 3 sound and are better, the 2 pro leak so much sound to the point were u have to have ur music at half volume so that the person next to you ain't hearing it. Sound quality wise, they both are amazing (tho the 3 pro have a lil bit more hmpf imo

I owned the Gear IconX, Gear IconX (2018), Galaxy Buds (original), Buds 2 Pro. By far buds 2 pro are the most comfortable to sleep with. So if the buds 3 don't work for you, you can definitely try out the buds 2 pro.

Not for full MSRP. Buds 2 pro are a good product. Use them, don't contribute to land fill. Plus, we don't know what new features will come to buds 2 pro via update. And if you are a sleeper (that uses buds) don't get these.

For both sides then Airpods imo. Buds 2/3 pro are insanely good with Samsung devices tho, never try them on an Iphone so I can't comment.

To OP: 1. SoundGuys compared them and measures the ANC as objectively worse than the Buds 2 Pro. Maybe there's some variation in samples with yours vs. theirs...? 2. In their comparison, battery life is worse on the new ones as well. How is your battery life? 3. Does the stem mic make you sound any better to others on calls? This is the main improvement I was hoping for. SoundGuys again report almost no difference. Here's a link to their article for reference: Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro vs Galaxy Buds2 Pro: Should you upgrade? https://www.soundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-vs-galaxy-buds2-pro-should-you-upgrade-120000/

I've used mine for a few different phone conversations in testing now, since I received them last night. I want to test them more, but work has been keeping us really busy lately. I noticed the ANC white noise you mention. One good thing is that so far, everyone is telling me the new buds 3 pro have much better mic than the 2 pro. I switch back and forth in both noisy and quiet environments, without letting the listener know whether I have the 2 or 3 in. I didn't know that about the firmware! Thanks for that helpful info! I'll do some further comparison testing as quickly as I'm able.

I usually use my Samsung pros. I popped them in expecting to hear latency but they synced pretty well with the steam deck.

I use Bose QC2 headphones at home, when I’m out I use my AirPods Pro. Both are great but my Bose are getting on a bit and are 6 years old, so their battery life is not what it once was. I also have Galaxy buds with noise cancelling that are really good but I have an iPhone so AirPods are just easier.