Samsung - Galaxy Buds3 Pro

I caved in and got them too. Traded in my old buds pro. They served me well enough. 😁

samsung galaxy buds 3 pro have great transparency mode and AC when theres a lot of wind. sound quality is top tier for the buds category

I've owned the AZ80s and the buds3 pros and the buds3 are actually quite a lot better. There would have to be a very big improvement in the AZ100s for them to be an upgrade for me personally. Bare in mind people have different shaped ear canals and preferences so you can never truly decide based on someone else's comparison. You've also got to consider the source and whether they tweak the EQ like I do (stock buds3 pro sound is a little muddy and bass heavy)

Yep. The AZ80s are definitely better in my experience. I actually switched those out for the sennheisser MTW4 and just yesterday that got beat by the Samsung buds3 pro (sound wise).

Galaxy Buds3 Pro are the best earbuds I have used until now.

I think the XM5s destory the Buds in every single category you've listed. Especially sound quality (since you dont have a Samsung flagship or A73 which supports SSC at 96kHz, while LDAC is widely avaliable) and for gym use, due to the foam eartips that come with the Sonys. I took my Buds3 Pro to the gym once, the left one was slipping like crazy. If you decide on the Buds, foam eartips are a must. For ANC, I'm guessing cause of the different fit, the XM5s for sure have better passive cancelation. And Sony is widely known to have among the best ANC for both headphones & earbuds so you can't go wrong there. My Buds3 are doing a good job tho, I'm not complaining much there. The only thing the Buds3 Pro may be better at is the battery, due to the XM5s age & with the Sonys you'd have to get used to the tapping to control them, so points to Samsung's blade (stem) build. Maybe the fit too, personally I like the Buds fit better. Also, Sony has recently released their new flagship headphones, so I expect them to reveal the WF-1000XM6s anytime soon. Something to keep in mind.

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.

Haha same, except I don't have the regular buds 2, just the 2 Pro, which I'm keeping for now, as I wanted to keep at least one stemless Pro Samsung bud model . I wanted to trade in my OG Galaxy Buds, but kept them for sentimental value...also less of a trade in discount if I went that route. In the end, with my Buds Pro(1) trade in, I pre-ordered the buds 3 pro for $79.99 including the free clip case. This price was achieved by stacking the trade in with the $50 early reservation credit(which I honestly thought was only for the flip/fold phones being released but it applied the $50 off to the buds too)...and then to my surprise, also applied my Samsung Money Member ~30% discount on top of everything else! Can't wait for them to arrive! OP, thanks for your thoughts thus far.

I've been using the galaxy buds 3 pro for a while, and the sound quality is incredible. I don't recommend it for iphone users though

I watched a few YouTube videos to decide for my own needs. I ended up getting the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and actually really like them. They are quite similar to airpods but fit better for me and I love the seamless connectivity. I almost went for the Bose Quiet Comfort as well.

I watched a ton of YouTube videos to decide what was best for my needs! I decided on the Galaxy Buds Pro 3 and I've them. They fit my ears better than my airpods and sound better imo. And they just pair easily which is so nice.

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.

For me airpods pro and samsung buds pro fit really really well, both sounds amazing I'd for my liking samsung even a bit better, haven't used the other 2 but either samsung or airpods you wouldn't regret imo, but some did complain about tips falling off from samsung which they said they have fixed so

Here’s some additional info to clarify some details - I’m confused on what you’re asking about for ANC. In your reply to my comment in that other thread, you mentioned *”ANC for calls”*. But when we see the term ANC and its performance measured, it’s referring to Active Noise Cancelling. This is using the onboard hardware and software to reduce the surrounding noise for what the earbud wearer hears, not the caller on the other end. I sometimes see acronyms like ENC (Environmental Noise Cancelling) used in product listings to advertise the ability to reduce noise for what your caller hears. But these terms or phrases are proprietary, inconsistent, and not really anything meaningful. Isolating your voice from the background, effectively and naturally, is a part of how the earbuds perform for calls. And ANC is its own separate thing. Just because an earbud has great call quality doesn’t mean it’ll have impressive ANC. And vice versa as well, of course. Furthermore, every so often, a pair of earbuds may not even allow ANC or ambient sound mode during phone calls. This isn’t something I pay the most attention to. Generally speaking, it seems modern earbuds, especially decent quality ones, shouldn’t have these limits in place. But I do remember Sennheiser’s MTW3, for example, not allowing ambient sound mode during phone calls. This is a problem for me since I generally want to hear my voice and surroundings so that the phone call sounds natural, I’m not yelling, and I don’t get hit by a car lol. Of course, if the situation calls for it, having the option to use ANC, or at least turn off ambient sound mode for some passive noise isolation, is very helpful. [Microphone performance for phone calls is a bit nuanced](https://www.reddit.com/r/Earbuds/s/vQ4lKHCdE8). Frequency response graphs for a pair of earbuds’ mic can be seen via sources like *RTINGS*, *SoundGuys*, etc. This data can help to see which implementation may sound most natural. But hearing and using it is really the best way to assess the performance. [Call quality with TWS earbuds is just too finicky](https://www.reddit.com/r/Earbuds/s/eKLTUzuGHh) to evaluate without a certain level of depth and repeatability. There’s a lot going on with both hardware and software. As with any technical earbud review, I like to look at multiple quality sources. It’s most useful when a single source has evaluated both or more earbuds. This way, the results are able to be compared and contrasted against each other and then other reputable sources who also reviewed the same earbuds. Then we can look for consistencies, etc. In order to use **JBL’s** whisper feature, you take a single earbud out and bring it in front of your mouth. *Paul’s POV* has a great [video on **JBL’s Live Beam 3**](https://youtu.be/TfGnsqkagTg?si=ESugW7LCeOR8B714) on his YouTube channel. He demonstrates this in the call quality section. I realize there could be some software interaction when the removed earbud’s sensor acknowledges that it’s no longer in the ear. Maybe a change in microphone pickup pattern, response, sensitivity level, etc… I’m just sayin, removing *any* earbud from your ear and bringing it closer to your mouth will noticeably help your caller hear you in challenging environments. This makes sense for a quick noisy situation that passes by. But if it’s something you need to depend on for long, it’s no longer hands free at that point and you may as well switch to your phone or a dedicated headset IMO. I wouldn’t sweat this marketing tactic and instead consider the fact that moving a mic closer to your mouth can apply to any earbuds out there. **Huawei’s Freebuds Pro 3** have become known for their market leading call quality. But keep in mind that using them in certain parts of the world might be a little clunky. IIRC, in the US, their app is available on the iOS App Store but not on the Google Play store. So you’d have to hunt down the APK for it which I imagine could be annoying when you’re trying to stay up to date. Of course, this all depends on your location and device app store. The **Galaxy Buds3 Pro** have excellent call quality that some are comparing to Huawei’s Freebuds Pro 3. I’ve seen that they may even be considered better, particularly on Samsung devices. Of course, they don’t have true multipoint to connect to two (non Samsung) devices which can be a dealbreaker for some. But they do allow you to quickly pull the connection from one device to another using the device’s Bluetooth menu. I know, not the same, just putting the info out there. I do see their ANC is slightly lackluster for being Samsung’s premium option. And battery life is not the most impressive. If ANC is important, I wouldn’t consider the latest **Nothing Ear (2024)**. Multiple sources show that both ANC and transparency modes are unimpressive. Anyways, now you’re aware of some nitty gritty details. I realize this is a ton of info, just wanted to lay it out there so you can feel most confident in the confusing mess that wireless earbuds is. The reality is that either of the couple options mentioned in my first comment here should work well for many environments. Maybe you want to consider some of the other features, performance metrics, and quirks if more general use of your earbuds is likely.

Yea the AKG N5 Hybrid is somewhat of a sleeper pair right now. They’re pretty new and not yet released in many markets. They are available in some Asian markets, for example. You can find ‘em on AccessoryJack though. This is a Hong Kong reseller which ships around the world. I see other sources online too. I wouldn’t pay more than $300-$350 (USD). I bet they’ll be less than $300 if/ when they come to the US. Harman International owns both JBL and AKG among many other audio related brands. And then Samsung bought Harman International some years back. These are respected audio giants with decades of experience in both consumer and professional markets. JBL is proper quality that isn’t overpriced. They offer solid value and performance per dollar with their latest releases. Samsung’s Galaxy Buds3 Pro is a better all around earbud than the Nothing Ear (2024). In order: **Sound** (IMO) - AKG N5 Hybrid, Nothing Ear (2024), Galaxy Buds3 Pro, JBL Live Beam 3 **ANC** - AKG N5 Hybrid, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, JBL Live Beam 3, Nothing Ear (2024) **Ambient Sound** - Galaxy Buds3 Pro, AKG N5 Hybrid/ JBL Live Beam, Nothing Ear (2024) Keep in mind, I could easily enjoy the audio performance of any of these earbuds. None of them sound “bad” and their level of flexibility for in-app audio tweaking was strongly considered since they’re all tuned well. While Samsung finally introduced a multi band EQ for their latest earbuds, they are the only option from this list that doesn’t allow you to adjust the center frequency for each band. Admittedly, this level of flexibility isn’t common, which speaks for the rest. Sound is very subjective and since three of these earbuds are under the same Samsung parent company, it makes sense that their tunings share similarities. Though, being picky, I’d point out that the JBL Live Beam 3 has some recession between 200Hz-500Hz and around 9kHz-10kHz as shown on SoundGuys. Their EQ should easily boost these areas since it’s so flexible. Both the JBL and AKG app are extremely similar, virtually identical, with one of the best EQs around. However, no one can touch Nothing’s app for sound customization.

The best earbuds for working out have silicone tips. The ones without Ala airpods and galaxy buds 3 are not great at all. I use Bose QC Ultra AND Galaxy Buds3 Pro for the gym. Both are comfy and pretty secure. The Bose are better for ANC. Jabra Elite 10 & Elite 8 actives are also very good. Sennheiser Momentum Sport are fairly new and have the added advantage of little wingtips. They also come with a heart rate sensor built in. All the above do have silicone tips though. So without silicone tips u could something like Shokz or Bose Open buds (forget the exact name). Neither will have ANC and wont block out the rubbish background music that most gyms tend to blast out.

Currently im enjoying the Sennheiser MTW4's as my daily. I also use the GalaxyBuds3 Pro and the Jabra ELite 10's and im happy to wear any of these if needed.

Samsung Buds3 Pro, Huawei Freebuds 3 pro, Jabra Elite 10 gen2...currently have the best call quality

Yes but unfortunately no one earbud set contains all of the good things. Best ANC = Bose QC Ultra Best sound = MTW4, Technics Az80/100, Pi8, Devialet Gemini 2 etc etc Best comfort = Bose QC Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro imo Best mic and call quality = Galaxy Buds3 Pro imo. Some say Huawei pro 3 Best battery.. Most are 6hrs+ without anc and up to 6hrs with There are prob buds I've forgotten but I have tried a lot and my faves up to no have been the MTW4's. Not the best at everything but the best all round imo.

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.

So to update I did an extended use test today (3 hours) with the buds in my ears and noticed that comfort I had in the GB2P is still unmatched. I the GB3P started bothering me not in the ear canal but towards the outside bottom of my concha where the plastic part of the bud resets. It was noticable at 30 min, so I adjusted and it started bothering the side and then adjusted again started bothering the top, I likely think it's just the anatomy of my ear but by hour 3 it was unbearable. So I take back the comfort comment I had made before. All the rest about sound quality, call quality and AnC is still true but these just aren't comfortable for me during extended use. I haven't . I will note that my left ear was bothering me more and that is the one I'd mentioned had a more notable seam, idk if that has any bearing. I tried to attach the xelastecs for the air pods to the GB3P but they didn't work, so I wasn't able to try new tips. But I'm assuming since its hurting on the outside different tips won't help.

I've read somewhere that multipoint works with windows PCs too. Can you confirm? If they do work on galaxy plus windows devices, how seamless is the switching?

In my experience multipoint will only provide audio from one source and it prioritizes phone calls. So if you had a galaxy phone and a windows PC and both were connected to the buds3 pro, could you watch a youtube video on one device after hanging up on a phone call with the other? Is it seamless?

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.

Got the 3 Pro and I like them but I also do not need them that often, price was a bit less than 120$ because of the cashback.

I've got the same impression, compressed sounds and a sort of "being on a sub" feeling that I don't have on the 2 Pro... ANC to me was definitely better on them, but need to do some proper A/B testings...

I have had all of them except the Sony buds. The Samsung buds and Apple AirPods are very much alike, buy the ones that fits your ecosystem the best. However I would not recommend the Bose buds, a lot of people have reported a summing noise in the left(?) bud (dont sure if it was the left or right). When I bought my Bose buds ultra I had the same summing noise. Quality control issues most likely.

Been testing the buds 3 pro for the last couple of days and find them amazingly close to audiophile level sound quality, when using the right codecs - SSC UHQ, like on a Flip or Fold 6. Compared them to Bose QC Ultra earbuds with aptx adaptive at 24bit/96khz using the Creative W5 adapter, as also a wired IEM, the Noble audio XM1. Compared to the Bose the Buds 3 pro gives much more clarity and soundstage where the Bose has too much bass, it more V shaped to Buds 3 pro W. The Bose of course shines in comfort and noise cancelling, they are king, but the buds 3 pro are not far behind, and I can accept that compromise for the better sound quality on the new galaxy buds. I can use both for hours with little discomfort. I do have a issue with the noise cancelling 'pressure' that both generate, so I. Switch off noise cnacelling when not required for the increased sound quality. As noted in another thread, I did have to switch the ear tips for a larger size, for better isolation, fit and sound quality. No quality issues on my buds, so far.

I have galaxy buds pro and galaxy buds 3 pro, both have good ANC, but the latter is far greater.

Sinds een paar maanden bezitter van de GB3pro en tot dusver dik tevreden. ANC werkt prima, geluid is zuiver en ze zitten goed in mijn oren. Gebruiksgemak is goed en het opberg hoesje is zeer solide. Wat mij betreft een aanrader.

* I got them about a week ago, and they are causing calluses. I'm surprised too because I have pretty big ears, but I guess the opening to my ear canal is just the wrong shape. It's really frustrating because I really like these earbuds, the sound is great, active nose cancelling, nice case, really solid gesture controls. I'm so stubborn I'm just eating the pain, so my ears are basically conforming to these earbuds and not the other way around. It's to the point where I have a small scab developing. I wanted to post this in case others are prone to this type of thing. Go with the pro set if you are, I regret not getting them and may end up taking these back. * I just checked and I'm actually blistering, anyone else deal with this? That's bad. * What is this crap, reddit is filtering out photos now? Time to switch platforms, things are getting ridiculous. Reddit not allowing photos of my very minor blistering going on, upper inner ear.

This gets asked probably 3-4 times per week - easy to find answers in the search. If you're using Android, Huawei FreeBuds Pro 3 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are the better options due to using a mixture of bone conduction mics for voice and MEMS mics for noise reduction. Unfortunately this incurs cost over using just MEMS mics, which is why every other cheaper set is simply balancing environmental noise reduction with not muffling your voice to the point you're incoherent, and thus falling short of those aforementioned models. If you're using iOS, then go for Airpods (admittedly I've only tested the Airpod 4 ANC). IOS features noise reduction processing on the device itself that makes them outstanding when used with an Apple phone, and completely ordinary on Android.

I have the galaxy buds3 pro, and I'm using a Samsung phone. Is this an upgrade?

Decent sound quality, but a bit weak anc

When all said and done with trading in old buds and another discount they were giving I ended up paying $89 final price. It came with a case to cover the case as well. Not a bad deal but the only thing I'll say is I wish it included different size earbuds the ones that come with it are too small and I feel they slip out often. I had to purchase the other sizes separately. Also does anyone else notice feedback/screeching when try to handle the headphones while they are on? Just trying to adjust them in the ear or picking them up while on you get the feedback.

Formatted correctly https://www.reddit.com/r/galaxybuds/s/9leP06VCQ3 Hey everyone, I wanted to share my thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro that I've been using for almost a week now. Overall, I'm really impressed! Here are some of the things I like most: * Clear redesigned case: You can easily check if the earbuds are in the case even if it's closed. * Lighter weight: The redesigned buds feel lighter since they touch less of your ear, more of the mass is hanging in the stem. * Improved sound quality: Compared Galaxy Buds 2, the bass and mids are improved, and the ANC is more powerful, especially in the lows * Bluetooth pairing button on the case: Makes it easy to use with more non- Samsung devices * Advanced voice controls: There are voice controls for volume, playback, and more that work instantly without needing a wake word. These are reliable and work in loud environments. Plus they work instantly. * Redesigned touch controls: More precise and easier to use than the previous generation. A few things to keep in mind: * Side sleeping: The buds are impossible for side sleepers due to the stem design. The outside of the buds is essentially a triangle. That means, when you are against a pillow/mattress, it's like having an upside down triangle balance on a flat surface. It doesn't work, it's uncomfortable, and they will get pushed up. * Limited light customization: The light bar effects are limited and cannot be turned on through the app. But you can turn them off Why? Also, the lights are bright enough to be seen by others in public. They also photograph quite nicely * Adaptive mode: I found Adaptive mode is a gimmick. I would disable associated features (ambulance awearness) since it has a lot of false positives. Feel free to ask any questions you have about my experience in the comments below! * Find My improvements: we all know find my sucks on Buds Pro 2, and lower. It has been improved! I don't want to call it "good" per say. Since it lacks UWB, and case speaker of Airpods Pro 2. But it is at an *almost* acceptable place. These successfully where able to be tracked several times, even using Smarttthings find network. Plus they have "lost mode" so the buds lock to your samsung account. Also, when you ping your buds, they light up (and you can see this light if they are in the case!) Edit: Samsung provided me with the buds

I qould recommend them the voice controls are stellar, and it's a habit you build. I find myself saying "volume up" and being disappointed when my other headphones don't raise the volume

Yeah, transparency mode is better. ANC, I feel is mixed.

Finally, someone asked about it! The case is amazing. The hinge is magnetized completely. It's even better than the airpods. The airpods lid flops between the open and closed positions. While the Galaxy Buds case has some magnetized resistance, snapping open with assertiveness. Unfortunately, the silver plastic shows scratches super easily. And it's scratched easily. The clear plastic part seems as durable as plastic can get. And the tint keeps it looking clean

Hi OC, samsung uses a proprietary codeec to minimize latency and support high res audio. I am sensitive to latency, but I don't really notice it with samsung buds paired with samsung products. That being said they have a gaming mode, that is supposed to further minimize latency mode. They also have dual amps (whatever that means) that should reduce Bluetooth hiccups. The only mobile game I play is Plants vs Zombies

Sure. Phone calls are definitely better on 3 pro. But, I am seeing buds 2 pro for under $75. I never owned buds 1 pro, but based off the feature list, buds 3 pro are much more of an upgrade than buds 2 pro are from buds 1 pro. Personally, after owing a product for a long time, I would want to upgrade to the latest and greatest samsung has to offer. And I would go for the buds 3 pro. But, if you want to save (a lot of) money, go with buds 2 pro. Especially if you are a side sleeper. Now, if you workout, I would go with the buds 3 pro

Well, like I don't think it's worse. But in some situations I get a what feels like higher pitched white noise. Like tv static, but I didn't habe this issue on my buds 2 pro. On one hand, it feels like it could be because the lows are much more suppressed. But on the other, when anc is on I am listening to something that doesn't exist in the real world. And I know how ANC works, but this wasn't an issue with the 2 pro

The freebuds pro 3 is still better at calls than the JBL tour pro 3 . I have the tour pro and it's still an excellent earbud but I still believe Huawei has it beat for calls . If u only care about calls then Huawei is king still ... Galaxy buds 3 pro is close and in some situations better,but when it's very very noisy the Huawei still wins .

Yep spot on - The Buds 3 Pro are excellent indeed. just wish they had true multipoint then they would be close to perfect!

yes thats right they will seamless switch if you are all in on the samsung ecosystem but its not even close to true multipoint. If samsung just supported the standard then you wouldnt even need to the seamless switch as android does have audio switching as a standard as well.

Jbl tour pro 3, galaxy buds 3 pro and technics az100

Galaxy buds 3 pro would be the best out of those listed and better sounding than the 5 pro

Galaxy Buds3 Pro. Sound quality is excellent and so is the ANC.

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.

I agree not having multipoint is a huge letdown, but it should also be understood Samsung is the Apple of Android now. They have created a walled garden. It has multipoint.* It has a comparable LDAC Bluetooth codec.* *As long as you are using Samsung Galaxy devices Using LDAC and multipoint MAY have driven up prices vs using their own in house tech, but at the same time, Android is supposed to be the free and open platform.

For any Android: Oneplus Buds Pro 3 For Samsung: Galaxy Buds3 Pro For iOS: Airpods Pro 2nd Gen

This^ I just went down this rabbit hole and everyone's opinions online varied wildly from my own in person experiences. I ended up keeping Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (pixel phone). I tried Pixel Buds Pro 2, JBL Tour Pro 3, OnePlus Buds Pro 3, and Nothing Pro (2024).

I use the Buds 3 Pro but really miss my FEs. I wont switch back, just miss em.

Somehow my Buds Pro 3s arrived yesterday, upgrading from the Pro 2s. The ANC is absolutely awful by comparison, the white noise/static level being cranked out in an environment with stable background noise (air conditioning, airplane) drowns out any music or spoken voice. If you're in a windy environment, the wind is essentially amplified. In a quiet environment, the ANC is spectacular, and the sound quality is exceptional, but I personally mostly use them outside in NYC, and they're unequivocally a downgrade from the Pro 2s. Unless there's an update that fixes the ANC white noise level, these are 100% going back to Samsung.

Man I experienced this today too. I was so damn baffled because it was my 1st journey on a bus since I got them and have never before noticed this. I'd only worn them when walking or in my office /home. I didn't have this issue, especially in an office/home environment as it's fairly quiet. (Can't say I did when walking either). But soon as I got on the bus, I started experiencing exactly what you described there. By the time I came to get off at my stop, I was convinced I've gotten a faulty pair or something 😭. I can literally hear the ANC kicking in on either bud, and alternating. It's like it didn't just want to keep on ANC for both buds. And our of no where, a popping sound accompanied each time this happened ... It's baffling. Got home, tested them again and I can't get it to replicate. So my guess is,this is how they work in regards to ANC. Like constantly scanning for certain sounds to block instead of just having it on all the time. I hope this is either a software bug or some other software related issue that can be fixed because this is SO annoying.

Okay, something is either wrong with the pair you received, or they are not fitting/sealing in your ears properly. I've got the Buds3 Pro and the ANC is great. They also sound great.

Mine the same... is it defect? Should I return it

So it's normal then?

Just got some today and they're terrible. Sound quality is lacking! Muted if you will. No matter the eq and personal eq setup, they're horrible. Treble and bass just seems so far off in the distance. Features are cool and esthetically pleasing. But the sound is atrocious. My $20 anker p20's pack way more of a punch volume wise and bass wise. Returned within a few hours. Side note, used them on s23 ultra. These are not worth the price point. Very disappointing. 

I got mine high pitched song don't sound good compared to the buds 2 pro 😒

I just use my Galaxy Buds 3 or 3 pro and they have no noticeable latency. No dongle required and can use them with my phone after.

My buds have this weird issue where if I pause for some time then play again, one of the buds starts playing before the other, as if one of them has a small delay. On quick pause and play, this does't happen. Anyone facing a similar issue?

I did have the issue of transparency mode. I had it on while leaving an airplane and one of the buds seem to struggle to keep the mode on  instead switching to "off" or "ANC. It basically failed to let environment sounds in.

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.

Definitely, I think in general the 3pros are way better NC-wise than the 2pros. They cancel out more of the noises that matter. I'd rather not hear the car than the honk. It's a good tradeoff

Soooo you kinda asking for the ultimate hybrid. And they just don't exist. However at the price point you going for you have great options. First if you want in eco system, galaxy buds pro 3 and the easy choice. If you want best sound Sony WF1000XM5 is definitely for audiophiles. If you want something for the gym with good sound, jabra elite8 active gen 2 is the best out there. If you want to spend half those prices and have a great daily driver I'd recommend checking out the nothing ear gen 2.

The buds 3 pro were hurting my ears (I used the medium tip that comes already on), and I switched it to a small tip, and it fits and doesnt hurt at all, and it don't come out. As much as I try to make it when I shake my head it wont

Buds 3 Pro, the bass and sound quality are firee

Honestly buds 3 pro is quite good especially when on dynamic mode for the EQ using the Samsung app.. it almost matches my sony xm5 headphones..

I'd have a pair if they offered that trade in here in the UK. They sell for £219 here and I don't see that as good value.

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 don’t know much about the Technics, but I have the Galaxy Buds pro and my wife has the AirPods Pro, I also have a pair of the Sony's. I’d say they stack up pretty well. I’m not an audiophile, but I think the sound quality is just as good as the AirPods Pro. The noise canceling also feels comparable. One feature that really stands out on the Galaxy Buds is the pass-through mode. It’s probably the best I’ve used. It almost sounds like you’re not wearing anything at all when it’s on. Where they fall short is the case. It’s honestly frustrating. For some reason the buds are spun from hell you put them in your ear when they're in the case so you have to take it out and turn the bud around then put it in your ear. It feels a bit awkward, though you get used to it. What’s harder to deal with is the charging. The buds don’t always make full contact with the case, so you end up fiddling with them to make sure the light turns on and they’re actually charging. I’ve had moments where one wouldn’t charge at all until I pulled it out, cleaned everything, and shoved it back in. If anything gets stuck deep in the slot where the stem sits, it’s tough to clean. On top of that, the case pops open pretty easily. I’d say it’s the worst case I’ve used, even compared to the older Galaxy Buds Pro. The AirPods Pro case, which this one seems to mimic, has some of the same problems but it still seems better even with a very similar form factor. Personally, I liked the shape and design of the older Galaxy Buds Pro better, but once these are in your ears, they do sound better. One other thing that I've noticed with these is for some reason when I'm using Microsoft teams the microphone doesn't seem to sync properly or it sounds really bad when it does sync this isn't an issue I've had with other earbuds I don't know but the problem is.  Overall if you're just talking about sound qualities or top of the line but they do have those other quality of life issues I mentioned. 

Yeah, it’s definitely a problem, and I’m not the only one who’s had issues with it. Just look at all the charging complaints in this sub. That said, it’s not unusable, but at this price point, you’d expect stellar performance. It works 95% of the time. Personally, I really liked the Galaxy Buds Pro 1 case (except it was super slippery and kept falling out of my pocket; I had to get a silicone cover for it). I’m using these to replace my Sony WF-1000XM5s. I got the Buds for free when I upgraded my phone; otherwise I probably wouldn’t have bought them, but they’ve become my daily headphones. I originally got the Sony ones for the top-tier ANC, and honestly, I think the Buds 3 Pro’s ANC is just as good. The passthrough is actually better, and I like the sound more too (I am using them with my Samsung phone, which Samsung reserves the best audio codacs for property use with their phones so keep that in mind if you have a different device). But the Sony case is definitely better. The touchless button thing also took a little getting use to, you have to learn exactly where to touch it to use the controls, but after you get it down its quick mussel memory. I also upgraded the ear tips to [these](https://www.amazon.com/TrueGrip-Replacement-Enhanced-Superior-Isolation/dp/B0DR3LNLT1/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=X89EZHX7KDP7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OdBbGdNiVzcaaLfjJS5r3GJK965WH6_zJnTGH9p_Jqyf6la20b5sU4tu6p5yaduWJOkkr5kwSh98Xiz11p6MfDZSXF-EKsZp1MIrFJ059jiUfrVxAr7-u7MVzhdDu4x2WFxYONGaW6w9pO5sbogKBQhiFvdnTTybDKVLtZC8_86S8g_DAHpmNMUOM2NXT_3-DwPfbabK4xnbYz8SNsgzHSQrFzVmM62daSAz_bUQ39w.wB0VOkqLzCZ42AWAftLNZ6sYa1OJGyrsygAih5aCUQI&dib_tag=se&keywords=comply%2Bear%2Btips%2Bgalaxy%2Bbud%2Bpro&qid=1748527088&sprefix=compl%2Bear%2Btips%2Bgalaxy%2Bbud%2Bpro%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1), I think you get a notable bump in sound quality and a really big bump in ANC if you use foam tips vs the silicone ones.

Transparency mode works amazingly well. There is no distortion of voice and other sounds. Got the buds3 pro at July 17th

Using the Galaxy buds 3 pro they've been amazing so far

I tried the Galaxy buds 3 pro. But the poor battery life and sound quality was a letdown. So I got sony whxm5 . So far loving it

Lol I did the same. Couldn't resist for 79.99

Hey how's it going ? My Buds 3 Pro arrived today, and I noticed something very strange. I activated ANC, however I can hear outside sounds the same way. For example, right now I'm in my room and I can hear my dog ​​barking in the yard. Was I lucky enough to be awarded a defective model?

Hi, everything ok? Well, the Buds 3 Pro definitely doesn't have the best ANC on the market, but nowadays I've gotten used to it and I really like my TWS. So I say it all comes down to getting used to the product.

Yes, level 5. I tested the others but it continued the same way

The ANC really isn't one of the best and leaves something to be desired, but in the end it's all a matter of getting used to the product. Nowadays I got used to my Buds 3 Pro and I really like it

Yes. But just in case, ask a question in the community, maybe you and I will end up being awarded a defective product

I love my buds 3pro. I also have the old pair of buds live

I ❤️ my buds 3 pro.. They are so nice the sound is amazing.no comparison to the others

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Excellent all around. Except for the pain in the ass charging.

I've been rocking the Sony WH-XM5s since they launched and absolutely love them. Great battery life, great most cancelling and very good sound quality. I use them daily for work and have travelled. For ear buds, I'm currently using the the Buds 3 Pro. They are alright, I mainly use them when I'm shopping, or around the house to listen to podcasts and watch videos.

I've sent my Galaxy Buds 3 pro back. The problem was that the fit was not as great as my current Libratone Track Air 2+. When I ride my bike the wind noice was much louder because than the Libratone Track Air 2+. I would try the Jabra Elite 10 (gen 2).

I feel like the ultra quietcomfort earbuds are barely an improvement over the $150 quietcomforts except in terms of their aesthetics. Maybe they fit better. Galaxy buds 3 pro are around 180 and I think they are as good if not better than the ultra earbuds.

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'd stretch for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pros, but if they really are too much, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pros are great as well. The B3Ps have voice commands, which are a killer feature that no other buds have from any company. The B2Ps are a different form factor, but still sound almost as good as the B3Ps. I would avoid the Galaxy Buds 3 (not pro) if I were you, since you like EDM and they severely lack on bass compared to the sealed option.

They *are* the top rated earbud. And they're the only ones with voice commands, so they're the only ones for me. It's just a bonus that they're also the best tuned buds on the market.

Depends a bit on you, 90% of my gym is power lifting, so they just need to stay in my ears, not a heavy sweater so have some water protection, but also dust for chalk. For those my top 2 are Sony WF1000XM5 and Bose QC Ultra. Samsung buds 3 pro are my favourites, but unless you are die hard in Samsung eco system I wouldnt get those for gym. If you are a sweater, do more olympic movements, cardio, cross training, def get some with wings or some mechanism to keep them in ear. Personally Bose again, stay in for me and great ANC, but boring sounding. Doesnt matter so much as you wont get how perfect sound is in the gym though. I do see some other good suggestions here like the beats ones, but those are just the ones personally I have tried.

I have AZ80s and Samsung buds 3 pro, the AZ80s use LDAC once enabled in the Technics app and bluetooth settings, if you want audio to be optimal then you need to do that every time in developer options, otherwise it remains adaptive. But its never switched back to AAC for me. Buds 3 pro obviously switch to SBC and then SSC with my S24 uiltra.

Compared AZ80, Samsung Buds 3 Pro, WF1000XM5, Bose QC2 (the newer buds are a slight improvement) and AKG N5 recently, one of the things I did was sit in a cafe with music paused to test ANC, I found the Bose were the best, not my favourite musically, but for ANC they are king. Voices are unpredictable so you want more isolation than ANC although ANC if done well will try to help, it deals more with predictable constant sounds like air conditioning or engines, Bose have a decent seal on the ear, the Sony WF1000XM5 come quite close with foam tips. As a fellow ADHDer, also autistic, plain earplugs or music ones like Loops for example are also decent. You will never get full silence unless you go industrial over ear level protection, but all the above will take a bit off the top of the volume.

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3, and the Jabra Elite 10. Of the 3, I think the Jabra Elite's check all the boxes most (call quality, comfort, ANC, multipoint).

I personally know the ANC sucks. Because they won't even stay in my ears. I really hate the design. But when I held them in my ears with my hand, they did sound quite amazing. I think the main issue for my was that my cartilage that is supposed to grip the body of the earbuds is too small, so they just kept slowly sliding out of that concave part of my ear. The ear stem needs to be longer, and also come with larger ear tips

Soundguys reviews are pretty biased, nitpicky and usually miss the forest for the trees. For the price, the Buds3 pro are great. The XM5 has it's pros and cons too. Someone else asked a similar question a couple of days back so just search for that post.

I have both, and while sound and fit is subjective, this is my experience with both: >\-Great sound (I love good bass and clear audio). Both have great sound. But the B3P slightly edges it out for me, including bass. But I've not played around with XM5's equalizer like I have with the B3P, so XM5 might be just as good if I did. It's subjective. >\-Solid noise cancellation for noisy environments. ANC on XM5 is better >\-Comfortable for long use and won’t fall out during workouts. Both are equally comfortable, though the B3P falls out easier for me - but this is subjective. >\-Decent battery life. Both have decent battery life, but XM5 lasted longer for me. >calls B3P is clearer

Are you able to see the battery percentage of the case without having the lid open?

Yes this was one if the biggest issues I had with find my buds

Dang it, a missed opportunity from them

You should try Samsung Buds 3 pro. Edges the other two best Freebuds 3 pro and latest Nothing Ear.

Mic on these is very good, bordering exceptional. Battery is sufficient but not amazing. They sounds excellent to me. I listen via LDAC on Amazon Music playing ultra HD and HD tracks (Spotify didnt have any real quality so I changed) and my goodness the difference. Multipoint works great but it does turn off LDAC like nearly every premium brand does. I like the app on ear fun better, and whilst the ear fun pro 4 are amazing, for straight up sound quality these are incredible even against upper airpod pro and XM4 to my ears. Fit is good too. Not necessarily doing gymnastics like the Samsung FE can handle, but decent for most normal activities. FWIW i tried the samsung buds 3 pros.. Capsule sounds better by far. I do like the ambient mode though whilst talking and ANC is on.. it just switches over automatically - but the fit for me was horrible. Bad like the Jabra elite 7s.. good for 5 mins then wobbles loose.

I ordered mine back on July 15th, and they were supposed to get delivered on Aug 16th. However, the delivery date has been pushed back to Sept 6th. Was there actually a recall on these?

I also got an update this morning saying mine were shipped and should be delivered by August 23rd.

Thanks for this reminder. I've been using them for about a week. Build quality is good, blade lights are even, and they sound awesome. However, neither of the 3 bud sizes fit amazingly well. I only really run into trouble when at the gym and I have to adjust them. Are there any 3rd party tips that would fit better? Regardless, I am definitely keeping them since I got them for $108 after taxes.

When did you order yours? I also would like to add that the voice controls work flawlessly. Pinching the tips to change songs takes some getting used to. There is a subtle tacticle click which I do like. I got them in silver and do not think they look cheap, nor is the case IMO.

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!

Even with all the controversy around the quality of the first batches -- the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are *insane* for call quality specifically. I've owned and tested a lot of earbuds over the years. I've never seen anything like this and I'm not sure how it works so well. I was at a bar last night for a beer - music was blasting from a speaker up and to the right of me. A client called and with just one earbud in my ear (right) I spoke to them about what we were coordinating and after about 5 minutes we ended the call. They never once said "I'm sorry, I can't hear you" or anything like that.

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.

I think they are one of the best in the market right now. They are in the top tier at everything except the mic quality for phone calls. They are Comfortable, if you get the Azla ear tips on Amazon, they get even better. Great transparency mode, not the best ANC, but it’s still very good. Great controls, and the sound quality is one of the best right now.

I recently acquired the Samsung earbuds pro 3, I like the smaller shape, and it very close to what I was using the air pods pro 2, and works better with my phone than the pros did.

Buds 3 pro. They do stay in my ears exceptionally well. However if you love bass or loud volume...i definitely dont think these are the best pick. The noise cancelation works pretty well. I hear from others apple has better. I turn on ALL the features buds 3 pro have from high def audio etc. It really affects the tiny stems battery life. You have to do this to get a louder volume which i prefer with my music but i dont need the volume super loud for duolingo or phone calls... i just lind of rely on the noise canceling (which i really love). Call merequest unappreciative but I want buds 4pro to come out with a better ear seal, even stronger noise cancelation, and even louder sound with better battery life using all those features. Im certain the shape would have to change to accommodate all that. I already plan to immediately trade buds 3 pro for buds 4 pro as soon as they release. Anyway i had some JBL buds which i lived the volume and the bass. For $50 on sale they could not be beat. The noise cancelation was worthless though. Apple doesn't count bc ur on Samsung but a lot of people swear by them. I think top contender outside JBLs very best set for me would be the Sony's flagship ear buds which i have not used.... but the reviews are incredible for. I just dont want to spend another $200+ to try them. That would be because for $200 to $500 I can buy some audiophile headphones to use at my PC and also to play guitar with. Sony- the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and long battery life of the WF1000XM5 earbuds. They appreciate the improved noise cancellation and sleek design. However, some users express concerns about the high price, occasional connectivity issues, and the durability of the ear tip Beats FIT PRO - Customers find these earbuds to be exceptional, better than AirPods, with great sound quality and noise cancellation. The fit and functionality receive mixed feedback  It seems that people like the bass in these are lot so honestly if I were u Id research sonys WF1000XM5 & Beats Fit Pro (works with apple amd android but has an apple chip inside) My personal right now id probably do air pods or Beats fit pro or we 1000xm5. But i cant buy all 3 so maybe you tube? Im super curious on buds 4 pro from Samsung though.

Yeah, it's amazing how well they work. I didn't know how people could actually wear their Airpods all the time until I had a brief flirtation with the iPhone and tried them. Now that I'm back on Android, I've been trying to recreate the magic and haven't had much luck. So far my favorite earbuds are the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. They're comfortable, sound decent, and have reasonable anc and passthrough.

Buds pro 3 are great for me, nice fit, great sound!

Sounds really good , anc is amazing but facing lot of connectivity issues , it disconnects very frequently, will be returning back and get Samsung buds 3 pro

A few months ago, I tested out a bunch of noise cancelling earbuds, so here are a few I have experience with: - Jabra Elite 10: to my ears these have the best ANC with the lowest noise floor and they're pretty comfortable, however they fall out relatively easily, but it's not that bad either. Jabra also stopped their earbuds division so it won't get new updates anymore. These are the ones I ended up keeping and using the most. - Airpods Pro 2: great noise cancelling and audio quality imo but bad compability (need to borrow an iPhone to enable ANC off otherwise you can only switch between hearthrough and ANC). I kept these too, but use them less than the Jabras. - Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: best for compability with Samsung obviously. However, mine had some sort of whistling/ringing noise with some sounds, like my rubbing against clothing or hair, which I found annoying. ANC was good but not as good at the other two. - Sony WF-1000XM5: great passive noise isolation but very lackluster ANC in my opinion. I really don't get why people are so enthusiastic about it because I could barely hear any difference between ANC on or off. They did fit great in my ears though, and it seems like a lot of people do think the noise cancelling is great, so it might still be worth a try. - Bose QC Ultra: personally I returned these immediately because they have an awful noise floor; unless you're in a pretty loud envirenment you constantly hear white noise and can't even turn off ANC. Idk about the ANC itself anymore because this issue bothered me so much.

As someone who usually gravitates toward premium tech (Samsung top self everything), I was hesitant to try out budget earbuds, especially at just $60. Stepping down from my $250 Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (GB3P) felt risky, but after seeing so many rave reviews, I decided to give the [Earfun Air Pro 4 ](https://www.amazon.com/EarFun-Canceling-Snapdragon-Bluetooth-Detection/dp/B0D5M9SH1X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2T0D5R282Z4O0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iqnOvCwQtQ0Hw-bUaTIlv4sG20dWknsZ0SRTLSDExhfPHta1--0kxcJcx43znTSJZHhKMkdKC0DF1pkxGdF4n53jBrJeNYP3xIW1glTpJskwR9EVN-nbGIhipcb_8tnAPfGS8BEvh_2xpQusNhh5YSfb32TVOeMTcsS1rAqVKbV3jAILSaB6MbmQsOwcPHeRDbxKWVV9p45lSg_ZIJrfesk6Dt-CtPardC2SyPNGO04.UviAHuuZj1cMFN0ni9_30fALsjZhN4RIJOP4mtE2njY&dib_tag=se&keywords=earfun%2Bair%2Bpro%2B4&qid=1728842137&sprefix=earfun%2B%2Caps%2C255&sr=8-1&th=1)a shot—and honestly, I’m floored.  Not just for the price, but overall, they outperform the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. # Sound Quality The Earfun Air Pro 4s get *way* louder than the GB3P—so much so that I had to turn them down at times. They deliver deep, rich bass comparable to the OnePlus Buds Pro 3, which is impressive considering they're a fraction of the cost. Straight out of the box, the sound is solid, but with some EQ tweaks, you can shape them into a true V-shaped sound profile that has bass that hits like a club/concert. The GB3P always left me wanting more bass, but the Earfuns delivered, especially with foam tips for a tighter seal. # ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) With the GB3P, I always struggled with getting a proper seal as we all were with their eartip debacle, which made the ANC underwhelming. In contrast, the Earfun’s fit perfectly with foam tips, eliminating most low-end rumble in my "airplane noise" test (done using my surround sound system). In a simulated café environment, they blocked almost everything except high-pitched sounds. While the GB3P has decent ANC, the Earfun truly shines in this area. # Transparency Mode Samsung's transparency mode is like magic, and while the Earfun isn’t quite there, it’s close. The GB3P would get a 10 in this category, but the Earfun scores a solid 8, offering natural-sounding transparency without feeling artificial. # Microphone Quality Samsung still holds the crown for call quality, but the Earfun Air Pro 4 is right behind. It picks up my voice clearly, projecting it forward even in noisier environments. I tested it with voicemails in different conditions (quiet room, background noise, wind) and was impressed every time. There’s a bit more background noise compared to the GB3P, but for the price, it’s more than acceptable. **Multi-point** Now this is the part that grinds my gears as we all have multiple devices and most of us who are using Samsung or Oneplus are using windows machines.  Samsung took away true multipoint unless its a Samsung device and that sucks because WTF, the os is windows on a Samsung laptop so it should just work with windows..  From my 24 Ultra to my Galaxy tab its smooth, but while I'm at work with my HP machine I have to manually connect it each time and that is not smooth at all as I often have to disconnect my phone then connect the laptop.  Samsung needs to fix this immediately with a software update as again they are trying to be like Apple which is what we don't want.  Again, the Earfuns cost $80 and they are just perfect, smoothly connecting from my phone, tablet, Chromebook and windows laptop with no problem once they are setup.  I go from listening to music on my laptop to having the phone take over when a call comes in and then switches back to the laptop when I hang up.  This is how multi point is supposed to be and if you have multiple devices this is what you want in some headphones/earbuds. Again for the price, this is just crazy. # Build & Design The design of the Earfuns isn’t flashy, but it’s durable. They have a solid build, and I can tell they’re going to last through regular use. # Final Thoughts As a die-hard Samsung Knight who typically only buys flagship products, I’m genuinely surprised by how much I love the **Earfun Air Pro 4**. If you’re open to trying something new (and saving some cash), I highly recommend giving these a shot.

Yes, I have them, see my post posts lol The are absolutely great, it's like a sleeper PC, plain and underwhelming on the outside, amazing on the inside. I had the Samsung buds pro 3, and OnePlus buds pro 3, and Soundcore Liberty pro 4 and the earfun beat them all or was equal, but the price is amazing so I went with them

Galaxy Buds Pro 3 - a lot of people got these at the same time they got the phone. Honestly, love my Flip6 and I love my Buds Pro 3. I traded in my Flip 3 for the 6 and my Buds OG for the Buds Pro 3

I use galaxy buds 3 pros and they have shocked me with how well they worn with my Mac and pixel. Pixel makes sense but the Mac process is also flawless, good connection, fast pairing and unpairing

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.

Yeah, the Buds 3 Pro are fine (not counting QC) from a performance standpoint if you are paying $100 for them. But at the $250 retail mark... they just don't hold up to Bose or Sony. Only real advantage the Buds 3 Pro have over the Bose Ultras is the case. The Samsung case actually feels solid, while it feels like the Bose engineers blew their budget on the earbuds and then remembered they need a case, too. Stupid thing is huge, doesn't do wireless charging, the lid feels super flimsy, and it's freaking huge.

I use one plus buds pro 3 and the galaxy buds pro 3 with a pixel 9. Both are great and both should be considered with your other choices.

Galaxy Buds 3 pro is awesome. 1. Great sound, bass and clarity is good 2. Great integration with samsung 3. Great battery life 4. Comfortable fit 5. Awesome voice commands for volume etc. 6. Very light weight

Yeah, this is my second point in the list 😁

I use pixel buds 2 pro or Galaxy buds 3 pro. For zoom/teams I use an old Corsair gaming headset I had kicking around, just personal preference.

If you do not have a good Noise Isolation, you're never gonna have satisfying Active Noise Cancellation. I can only comment on my experience with wf-1000xm4, but even thought they do not fit perfectly, they are leagues above Galaxy Buds 3 Pro ( I tried them because I got a Galaxy phone ) and they are better overall experience from Sennheiser Momentum 4 that I've tried. As other comment's say, i was boarding on a plane and I wouldn't hear the turbine + wind over low volume music. If they're performances is similar, then there is no way to choose galaxy buds over sonic when they are similarly priced.

I jumped from Soundcore liberty 3 pro then to Ear Fun Pro 2 cuz I lost my l3p right pair then now to samsung galaxy buds 3 pro cuz I have a s24 ultra. I don't like the fit tho compare to my ear fun 2 pro and it's been more than 2 years. I'd return my galaxy buds 3 pro for anything cheaper with almost same features and sound

I have both Pro 3 and XM4, and use the S25U. XM4s are more comfortable and have better noise cancellation. Pro 3s seem better for calls and for turning-off cancellation when detecting \*my\* speech; they may have better battery life, too. I prefer the XM4s.

It is true that sound quality is subjective everyone is going to give a completely different answer than what you'd hope, so I'm going to try and be as concise and honest as possible. One of my main hobbies is trying and returning earbuds on Amazon, so that I can do my best to help other people find the pair that best suits their needs. It's been close to 200 at this point, I'm sure. So here's an unpopular take, which many may disagree with, and I'm still trying to understand why i seem to be the odd one out. I've tried the status between 3, and the original beteeen pro that I ordered through kickstarter, and I'd put them in the same category as the nuraloop, which i also ordered through kickstarter in 2016. Sadly, the denon perl pro sound pretty much the same to me, which is, dynamic, but completely muddy, and as if a thick theater curtain hides the detail from you in all three pairs. They should all be worth less than 80 dollars for the way they sound, imho. I was very unimpressed. The momentum true wireless 4 have very delicate drivers that are incredibly sensitive to changes in eq, making them distort and crackle on aptx, and I didn't find them to sound that much better than my old galaxy buds 2 Pro, tbh. Similar sound signature. I've tried all of noble Audio's wireless earbuds, and I'd put them in the same category as raycons. Overhyped, oversold, unimpressive sounding, consumer targeted garbage that looks really cool. Sadly, my 20 dollar soundcore a20i sounded miles ahead of the Noble fokus prestige, which are supposed to be the "pinnacle" of true wireless. I don't understand why people like them at all, and I hope their iems sound better. The beoplay ex were very impressive for what they were, but were incredibly uncomfortable due to the plastic seam which held them together. I have yet to try the pi8. The master&dynamic mw08 sport were amazing earbuds, but only after an eq was applied, and then they did the same thing the mtw4 did, crackle and distort due to weak speaker drivers, but they were the best and most realistic I'd ever heard, so maybe put the new mw09 at the top as well? Not sure. The devialet gemini 2 seem to get both positive and negative reviews, so it may be a gamble, haven't heard them myself tbh. Svanar wireless are another I haven't tried, but seem legit. Possibly beyerdynamic's new pair. I would say the mtw4, xm5, az80, and buds 3 pro would probably satisfy most people generally, but I've heard so many earbuds that were impressive and downright atrocious sounding that I'd put those three in the category of "good enough", not something like the prestige category. Comparing those to the beoplay ex would be like comparing caviar to boba, its just not the same. Anyways, at this point I'm rambling and probably not that helpful, sorry. Good luck with your search!

I use the Buds 3 pros and the Beats Studio Pros as my earbuds and headphones. Zero issues.

solidly agree with your observations. compared to my Airpods Pro 2, the Buds just don't seem to be able to decide how much ANC to apply.

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.

Hmmm my experience is different. They suck compared to my galaxy buds pro 3.

1. For some reason the pixel buds change volume frequently. Goes from normal to loud. 2. They just don't sound clear to me. Galaxy buds pro sound crisp at the dynamic EQ. Buds sound low and muffled .

Out of those 3 I'd go with the Galaxy Buds3 Pro, but I'd recommend the Jabra Elite 10 (especially Gen 2) or Elite 8 Active above them all, or the Sennheiser MTW4.

I have both - have the WF-1000XM5 since around launch and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro were basically free when I upgraded from S24U -> S25U. Re the gym, the WF-1000XM5 are not suitable for running, in my experience. I'm sure you can find posts from people who say they run in them no problem, but the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are so much better for running, or anything with bouncing. The Sony's are heavier and their center of mass is farther outside the ear. The Buds 3 pro center of mass is more in the ear, and it has the q-tip design, so it stays in better for running. Re sound quality, the Sony is much better. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are "adequate". If you care about what your music sounds like, the Buds 3 Pro are not a great choice. In the gym, sound quality is not my number one concern, so I tolerate the sound quality of the Buds 3 Pro. But I would never ever reach for them to listen to music. FYI, I also have the WH-1000XM5.

I have: - JBL Pro Tour 3 - Galaxy Buds3 Pro - Sony XM5 - Galaxy Buds Fe I rarely use the FE with my phone. I mostly wear it when doing cardio on my bike and have my tablet connected because it's the one least likely to fall off when I'm wiping sweat off lol ANC isn't great but for the price, it's fair JBL Pro Tour 3 are probably my favorite overall. They're comfortable(stem design) and have amazing ANC and most impressively an 8 hour battery life. Also I love how gimmicky that case is. I would switch to them fully if I can get them across phone, laptop and tablet easily, but they only do 2 devices at the same time. Sony XM5 have the best ANC, hands down. But I hate the stemless design and they can get uncomfortable wearing them over a long period. About 5-6 hours of battery life. They're okay. I wear them at work when I want a complete shut out from the environment Buds3 Pro are the ones I use the most because they're just the most comfortable. Also they integrate with my Galaxy laptop and tab easily. ANC is fine. The problem of battery life is real though. I am lucky to get 4 hours, and the case needs to be recharged practically after 2 full uses of the buds. So every 2 days. So the thing is, Buds3 Pro are fairly affordable especially when on sale. They have good sound quality and all. The Sony and JBL are more expensive, by a margin. So ultimately it will depend if you can compromise on battery life. Also, sound quality is better on the more expensive headsets, and Bluetooth connection is more consistent but it's not something the average user would find a problem with imo.

Galaxy buds pro 3 is the best pods I’ve ever owned. The audio quality is simply amazing compared to AirPods and their mp3 codec that start to feel old and dated. It’s a breath of fresh air sincerely…

I just got mine today but I’d say they are, feature and sound quality wise etc. but not build quality as has been mentioned. I have the xm5 and technics az80 and to my non audiophile ears they compare well. Edit: 4 days later returning these crappy headphones. Awful screeching in right bud, bad battery life and dropouts.

Had to come back and say they suck. After 4 days I am returning these. Any time I touch or adjust the right earbud I get an ear piercing screech. Only the right ear bud. Sometimes Bluetooth stutters or drops for a few seconds. The battery life sucks. Actually the worst ear buds I've ever tried.... But when not deafening me with their screeching they sounded good. Still going back as the worst buds ever.

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

Im a hardcore audiophile. Curious what you think about the Steel Series Arctis Nova Pro Wireless & the Samsung Buds 3 Pro. I use the Nova pro wireless for gaming and listening to music/gym. Buds 3P are the dailys. Also running the Samsung ZF6 with highest audio settings. Could one say they are basically perfect?🤔 ha I love them🫠

I have baby ears. My 2 year olds ears are literally bigger than mine and the only ear buds I have been able to use is the Samsung buds pro 3. They are so comfy but I can't eat with them in or they do fall out

Buds 3 pro. sound pretty good coming from the origninal buds pro.

Advanced voice controls: anyone around you can also say the commands from my experience, lmk if yours is any different 

Yes people around you can trigger it

I was in a quiet room with my friend, and he said it from 7 feet away. It triggered without him shouting at all.

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.

A pair of Galaxy Buds 3 Pros with Tidal for casual listening My V-Moda 100M series when I'm actively looking for tracks to download/sort into mixing playlists

Well i own Arya as well as samsung buds 3 pro... In terms of sound quality Arya is miles better.. The buds to b honest sounds similar to Kz Zsn pro.

I got them and the buds 3 pro. I can't tell what sounds better. I think tue integration of samsung is really decent but that shark fin thing is a really nice have. Sound quality is about the same imo.

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

Buds pro 3 are lower class than these. Yes I had them, gave to the wife. She doesn't like either.

I'm a huge samsung fan. This was a massive disappointment. Will try buds 4 pro when they come out. Hopefully fix the bulkiness, bad battery life, poor balance and fit.

Both of them didn't excite me. I mean, what's more important, freaking blade lights or actually being able to connect to my pc and my phone at the same time(real multipoint connection)? 100$ soundcores got the features and better battery life, and I bet to the average user, the sound quality will be on par with the 3 pros.

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

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are the best I've tried for transparency, almost like having nothing in your ears.

Samsung buds pro 3. I absolutely love them compared to my old pixel buds pro.

I solved the problem with the wind in the app https://preview.redd.it/4vgyppe7xurd1.png?width=904&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fa310e24113cf0fade4625abcf6d1a9a17c58c36 i cycle for work like a hour .i noticed that if you put the noice cancel to + the mic are picking up the wind to much. this works

https://preview.redd.it/8qgml7fhxurd1.png?width=904&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5edab1926bea57fe96549dbd96faccdb3d777881 This works for me with the wind.

Definitely in ear. On ear and over ear are gonna contribute to head sweat and stink up quickly. Airpods or Beats fit pro are the go to if you’re on iPhone. If you’re on Android then you have many, many options. Nothing Ear(a) and cmf buds pro 2 are great budget options. Galaxy Buds pro 3 (or 2 if you wanna save a buck) are good also. It really does come down to ear canal size and shape. You just need something with a good fit. Sound quality doesn’t matter too much to me when I’m working out. Buy using Amazon prime and take advantage of their lenient return policy. Just try them in your ears really quick, then box them back up if they aren’t immediately comfortable. Hope some of that helped ✌️🤘

If you like the buds 2, I’d stay with Samsung and get the buds 3 pro. They are already going on sale pretty regularly

The best (the most versatile) earphone I've tried is Jabra Elite 10, either gen 1 or 2, followed closely by Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Both of those are better than everything else I've tried, including Sennheiser MTW4, Technics AZ80, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and some other cheaper earbuds. If you value comfort and ANC more - go for Jabra / sound and transparency - Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

Buds 3 pro is close to 3x the price of FE. I hardly even use touch gestures, let alone the voice commands if it were there!

Never had them to be honest. Be interesting to see if the 3 pro are any good.

Had to send them back to Samsung. Didn't fit my ears too great. The sound was great on them, but volume was too low and ANC wasn't that best.

Earbuds actually suck ass bro i had them in my case and they were still connected 20 minutes ago the sound quality was cutting too. I cant enter a call with them in bc the mic doesnt turn on. The battery is always dead even if i charged it. They hurt my ears and i cant have them in for nore than 30 minutes without my ears hurting I would nit recommend them at all. My galaxy buds + are 30x better than these and they have been dropped chewed on... TWICE. And soaked. And they work like they did when i first bought them

Samsung buds pro 3's 🤌🤌

Got the buds 3 pro and they are pretty good compared to the buds 2 pro.

I love my Buds3 Pros. Sounds amazing, ANC is excellent as well as the adaptive mode. Get wireless charging, and basically Samsungs version of find my (buds not case).

The only things (useful) that you lose if ur not Samsung user is lossless audio and multipoint(I don't use it, for me it's kinda useless). Otherwise, the transparency is better on Samsung, the sound is better on Samsung too, the amount of features you get on Samsung is far more compared to Bose, you get a proper 9-band eq to fully customize the sound, THE CONNECTION ISSUES aren't present on Samsung earbuds (huge turn off on Bose). Tested both irl. I mean, if you really want that best anc on the market, get them. Just be cautious about the possible connection issues that could be present during usage

Apple only supports AAC Airpods never supported lossless, I understand apple advertised that they are lossless somehow but they actually which they aren't, my friend with 14PM and airpods, mine with S23 and Buds 3 pro Samsung seamless codec is way better than AAC on airpods, in songs like skyfall there is a treble extension and buds 3 pro which sound better than airpods... Any LDAC codec supported devices can stream at almost 24 bit and 96kz max, but if you have an iPhone even LDAC earphones are useless, couz apple doesn't support anyway..

The 2nd phrase was about Samsung, audio is very subjective, I liked samsung over apple, just tried to share my experience

I have both on s25u Xm5 pro: sound warm and natural with balanced bass, at the gym they are perfect because don't slip away and they have tap controls (not on the stems), better ANC, better battery life, the app has a tons of function but is not very intuitive. Sounds is great of you equalize them on wavelet and they never tired you. Is a premium sound with identity . They have multipoint, game changer for me in some situation. Xm5 con: after a few hours they could be uncomfortable because of the pressure of the memory foam tips, microphone just is ok but nothing special, Buds3pro pro: you could forget to have them on because they are very comfortable, better microphone, vocal controls, they sound very good but with some difference, for me is a cold sound, maybe they lack of personality. When I use the xm5 I feel at home, the buds3 pro are technically excellent but they need equalization if you want a warm and comfortable and balanced sound Buds3pro con: They slip away at the gym, squeeze control are worse than simple tap especially at the gym, they have massive bass but if you want a balanced sounds you have to necessary equalize them with wavelet app. No multipoint, is a shame for this..they want to emulate apple even in the bad things

Thanks. I got them. But I'm thinking of returning them as the ANC is letting higher frequencies in as if they were amplified on purpose. Plus i get a painful popping sound with ANC in some environments (like a car). Have you experienced any of this? (Are they all this bad?) Or are mine defective? (Return them and get new ones?)

welp, that sucks. i tried putting the anc at 75%, seems to kinda fix it, but they let in more low-mid frequencies. i will probably try to return them, I'm still on day 10.

hey, nice review. can you update me on how anc and baterylife are? i got a pair at launch after the recall period, tested them for a month but had to return thrm because the anc at the high end was horrible. anc also had a hissing noise and every 60 seconds or so it shrieked for a couple of seconds in an electric staticy kinda way. so yeah, i returned them and got the sony wf1000xm5 and never looked back (they are just amazing, better in all aspects but they are less comfortable and have worse microphones) untill now, when the foam eartips started fraying and probably need replacing in a couple more months. so, tangent aside: do you experience any weirdness with the anc? are they improved in any way now, after half a year since you reviewed them? is the battery better/worse with one ui 7? is there anything else updated/improved? how's the durability in general? thanks for reading this and thanks more if you answer!

just as a counter, I've never had an issue with the case and I have the samsung case for them from pre-order and it works great

Buds3pro and wf1000xm5. Buds3pro I use for my daily driver. I love the ease of use with features like voice activated controls, and they sound great. But when I really want the best sound for music the sony xm5's are stunning in that department, incredible bass and clarity.

I've got the buds 3 pro. Idk not a fan on Samsung ear buds though.

While the software and performance of the pro 3 is excellent, the earbuds and case of the pro3 feels cheap, look cheap and not a quality product per material use. I would have recommended to samsaung if I was working on the project team to usethe a similar soft-touch finish that was used in the Pro 2 on the Pro 3 galaxy bud. It feels nice to the touch and is easy to grip. The casing should have been made of silicone and have a rubbery finish that helps from drops.

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

I have both. They're both really good but if I had to give a set a way it would be the buds 3 pro. To me the sound quality, battery life and ANC are all better on the XM5. I love the look of the galaxies and they're definitely good don't get me wrong I just prefer the XM5. I use s25 ultra btw

XM5 has battery issues, galaxy buds 3 pro is an all rounder on all categories. Not the best in everything but balanced.

I find their sound quality so digital/artificial compared to my denon perl pros. The denons can blast music like floor speakers. I might return the buds 3 pros to either get a used Px7 S2E or save a bit more for a AZ 100

The buds 3 pro are more comfortable, significantly lighter and that is their only advantage over the denons. Sound is definitely on the bright side while the denons are warm. In all other aspects of sound quality the denons are WAY better. I now only use the buds 3 pro when I forget to bring my denons with me. Sound isolation wether active or passive is also worst on buds. Buds are just my back up pair now. The denons can compete with wired hifi earbuds in sound quality in the $300-500 range.

Fitment in the ear is subpar at best, I liked how deep the buds+ went into my ear, and they really made a good seal. The noise canceling is terrible, I used to use my Bud+ while I worked construction, I could use powertools and listen to music, and they worked fantastically. The Bud 3 Pros clip, they don't block out nearly anything compared to the others. I am severely disappointed in these earbuds and would recommend against them if you want some real noise canceling. The sound quality is really good and I like the controls.

I just picked up the buds3 pro and they are great (upgraded from buds live) with the note20ultra. My only complaint with them is getting use to "pinching" the "blades" to start/stop music and take/end calls. The fit is good for my ears (it comes with 3 different size ear tips) and I don't have the fear of them falling off. It isn't bass heavy and the sound is clear. I ordered them from the Samsung Shop app and got a promo code from them. Paid $147 shipped out the door.

I thought it was just me but i do have some instances that the noise just popped real loud and makes me want to take it off.

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.

Buds3 pro love them!

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.

It says 12 hours but I'm lucky if I can make it 3/4 hours on a phone call on the ear buds

I am also in the current predicament as well. When I had an iPhone 13, I had the air pod pro (gen 2) and honestly, I miss them after everything I've dealt with. Before I switched to Android I got the Bose Comfort Quite ear buds and loved them, but not even into a full year of owning them did they start to mess up. I sent them in and got replacements thinking I wouldn't have the same issue again, but here I am THREE MONTHS later and the issue is starting a new. I got the Galaxy Buds Pro 3 to test them out and honestly I'm not the biggest fan, to me they seem like a cheaper version of the air pods and I'd rather have the air pods. The fit is terrible and as a music lover, the sound quality is subpar, especially compared to my bose. So, I will be retuning them and I'm looking into getting a pair of the Jabra Elite 10, hopefully I get the gen 2 but there isn't much to diverse which posting is for which on Amazon. Most of what was listed off on this post has some sort of return warning on Amazon, the only ones that didn't were the Jabra Elite 10 (gen 2) and the Linkbuds S.

My buds 3 pro are working fine. Didn't face the issues reported by other users online.

Galaxy buds 3 pro. Moved from an S24 Ultra and these have come across seamlessly. Sound quality is excellent, only criticism is the shape of them and the fact the controls don't work with gloves on (pretty sure my old airpods pro would)

XM6's might be around the corner. I know Sonys ones are kinda big, they use foam tips although this can be changed, better battery life and anc. Samsung with its new design kinda easy to knock out, listening to music at gym, changing clothes they'll fall out. Niche situation but it happens. 3pros have ip rating. https://youtu.be/AbqR3WC76EA?si=9NmK6DZjNhQBPrDe

* Prepares to get massive down votes * Honestly they hold up pretty bad, the Buds 3 Pro are loud (maybe a little too much) but the sound lacks the richness AKG buds had. Earbud design is just a shabby Airpods knock off with gimmicky lights. The build quality of both the buds and the case is atrocious, the case gets noticeable scratches within weeks. They silver earbuds start to loose color in the points where it contacts the skin. Battery is sub par on the earbuds and just fine with the case (although on the nice side the earbuds charge pretty quick). UHQ Audio isn't available on the same devices that also support 24 bit on the Buds 2 Pro (Like the S22). Also if this is a feature you're looking forward to be mindful Samsung doesn't say which devices actually support it. ANC is fine imo. It won't block all noises on its own but listening to something even at low volume will still muffle pretty much anything. If you can, go for them B&W Pi7 S2 or WF-5 instead

I have a Pad 7 Pro, and it is the only Xiaomi device I have. I use a Galaxy phone. Should I buy the Bluetooth version or the non-mi earbuds? (I don't want galaxy buds 3 pro, they sound awful)

My S24 Ultra, Galaxy Watch, and Galaxy Buds3 Pro are certainly not half-assed. Having switched to Android after 13 years of iPhone, I can say that for me, Samsung has been a better experience than iPhone.

Buds 3 Pro currently, and they're fantastic. I had Jabra previously and the audio quality is much poorer than even the 3 sets of JBL 230NC I had before them. Each set of buds were replaced after they either stopped charging after only a few months or battery life just sucked.

So yea I sold my xm5 to buy buds 3 pro cuz I built Samsung ecosystem and only didn't have buds

okay so DON'T DO THIS, I bought Buds 3 Pro and the sound is worse and the ANC in the them is TERRIBLE I had the volume at 90% and ANC on and I could literally hear the water running in the tap. I already managed to sell the Buds 3 Pro and buy back the XM5's and it was the best thing I could do. So I wholeheartedly tell you not to sell XM5's for Buds 3 Pro or for any other earbuds.

Buds 3 Pro. Pretty great experience. Used since release

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.

How is sound quality vs the buds 2 pro? I chose to upgrade to buds 3 pro from buds live instead of steelseries gamebuds. So far, sound is incredible(using a bt adaptern avantree c81 gaming for no latency). Also have Arctis 7P but don't use them than often anymore and sounds seems very comparable to me to the buds 3 pro.

I feel like my B3P doesn't do anything when thé music is not playing. When playing, there is a big différence between ANC ON AND OFF. Do you have similar expérience?

I meant it like this: when anc on and music off, anc barely do anything. Is IT the same for you?

Ibang iba talaga kapag Galaxy buds din. Pwede ka mag Buds3 Pro for below 8k.

Buds 3 pro, basically the Airpods pro 2 for Samsung devices.

i got the buds 3 pro on release day and everything about them is great from sound quality to noise canceling to comfort

Buds 3 Pro, a better stable connection between your device (Galaxy S23), not to mention they'll talk very well with each other, exclusive features such as UHQ (Ultra High Quality) for the highest sound quality and possibly SWB (Super Wide Band) for a better call quality depending on your region with your S23 not to mention your getting it for a cheaper price

OMG, dude, Moondrop is semi-noname crap. Buds 3 Pro are Premium earbuds with an amazing tech inside. Wtf? That's ridiculous

Just got mines it's way better than the other ones

Samsung Galaxy Buds pro 3 are a pretty good overall package. ,sound cancellation is pretty decent, good transparency mode and comfortable fit. You can get around 6hrs or battery per bud plus the case.

I'm a bit disappointed with these as they keep falling out of my ears if I do anything more than a slow walk and when you use the controls it just loosens the fit further Tried my wife's airpods, and they're night and day It doesn't matter how good the features are if they don't stay in your ears.

Our right, It's a pity the shops don't have display buds you can try on before buying. I do feel the airpods have a better design that hooks better to the ear rather than just the angled design on the samsung

Buds pro 3! Just got them recently loving them rn

I enjoy mine. The quality is good as far as sound. Design is innovative, but the quality of the product isn't good. Dropped the left ear from less than a foot and already have a prominent scuff on them.

Anytime someone says, "per say" instead of "per se" you should probably take the review with a grain a salt. That, and the fact that Samsung provided him with the buds. And what else, we can only guess. Here's the thing about these... the touch controls are atrocious! Plain and simple. They are laughably bad. Well, maybe not so laughable for those of us who actually paid for these buds. I am so disappointed in Samsung. Huge design flaw. I'm honestly so confused. How did these make it to market like this?!!

What about Galaxy Buds 3 Pro? It had a lot of contraversy when it first came out, but eventually I got it for my partner and they love it. I have tried it on couple of runs because my earbuds were dead, and I loved it. Great ANC, great ambient sound and they do not move at all, at least for me. I have a Samsung phone. Earbuds are pretty personal though, so you'll probably need to buy and try it out for yourself unfortunately

Have you tried changing the tips? Buds3 Pro's sit outside your ears so maybe it's not fit for you :(

I just got mine in yesterday and I'm definitely seeing the battery issue you have. From about 2 and a half hours using ambient sound, I lost 67 percent. (Running 30 to 40 percent volume) Nowhere near what they are claiming on the website. First real try so I'll give it a few days to see if it gets better but damn.

Picked up the Noble FoKus Rex5 to compliment my Buds3 Pro which I use for calls. Definately prefer the Rex5 for all audio but for calls the Buds3 Pro. I was surprised by the fit of the Rex5. At first I thought it might be an issue but it fits very well. Dont want to spend too much - Get whatever comes with your phone deal (package, or top up) Just swipe the credit card - Noble Fokus Rex5

I agree strongly. I own the following earbuds: XM5, Buds 3 Pro, Liberty 4 NC, and the Bose QC Ultra. I took all of the earbuds and my Bose QC 45 headphones on a flight recently. I wanted to finally see if any of these earbuds can compete with my Bose QC 45's. I got tired of all these claims of this is better than this. I wanted to see what to MY ears provided the best ANC. I find earbuds more comfortable anyways because of my glassses. I found Bose QC Ultra earbuds easily rivaled the Bose QC 45's! I was shocked. I don't know what king of magic or voodoo they are doing but they are my main ANC audio gear for flying. I am contemplating on buying a 2nd pair or just bring one of my other earbuds as a backup to circumvent the battery limitations on long duration flights. Carrying 2 cases of earbuds is a lot smaller and easier to pack than headphones too.

I'll tell you as soon as mine show up in 2026.

They're great. They fit pretty well, I do occasionally have to adjust. They are a bit itchy, but it seems all earbuds are. ANC is about on par with the 2 Pros, which is good. Ambient mode is 10/10. I literally can't tell I have headphones in half the time. Battery is okay, I haven't found them dying on me yet, but it's a matter of time. Sound is as good, if not a bit better than the 2 Pros. The voice controls are a staple feature for me. It's great any time you listen to music without others around. Having stems definitely makes controlling music easier too.

The new Galaxy buds pro 3 are pretty good. But they're definitely not the best, and they are way out of the given budget.

Yeah I was wondering if the buds 3 pro would even come close. I think the answer is "kind of"

Seems pretty good to me. I barely hear any of the cars driving by when I'm at a crosswalk.

I love mine, tight bass and clear treble perfect sound for basically anything. Better than airpods no doubt

Hey everyone! I’m in the market for a new pair of flagship TWS earphones and could really use your expertise. My current **Galaxy Buds3 Pro** have been inconsistent, especially with battery life. With ANC on, I barely get **3 hours of playback**, and the case needs daily charging since it only fully recharges them twice. I’m looking for an upgrade that’s a **long-term investment** (2+ years) with no major compromises. **My Criteria:** * **Android-compatible** (no AirPods, please). * **Build quality** that can withstand daily use. * **Battery life**: **6+ hours with ANC** (case should last at least 2 full charges). * Reliable performance over time (no sudden hardware/software failures). **Models I’ve Researched (and Concerns):** 1. **Sony WF-1000XM5**: * Loved the XM4’s sound and ANC, but mine died after 1.5 years. Heard XM5 has similar battery degradation issues. Is this true? 2. **Sennheiser Momentum 4**: * Praised for sound quality, but I’ve seen complaints about long-term durability and firmware bugs. Anyone own these for 1+ years? 3. **Bose QuietComfort Ultra**: * ANC is stellar, but reviews mention mediocre app experience, connectivity hiccups, and plasticky build. Bose users: How’s your experience? 4. **Technics AZ80**: * Seems perfect, but **not available in India**. Open to alternatives with similar performance. **My Questions:** * Are my concerns about the XM5/Momentum 4/Bose overblown, or should I avoid them? * Any **alternatives** with **great ANC, battery life, and build quality** that I’ve missed? * For long-term users: Which TWS have held up well after 1–2 years? **Budget:** Open to flagship pricing if it’s truly worth it. **Priorities:** Battery > ANC > Sound > Build > App Features. Thanks in advance for your help! 🙏 EDIT: So after hours and hours of watching comparison videos and reading articles and reddit reviews, I went ahead and ordered myself jabra elite 10 Gen 1 (Gen 2 not available in my country 😭). They arrive on thursday so lets hope they are upto the standards that I am looking for.

Buds 3 pro. Best ear buds I have ever had. The voice control are a feature I cannot go without now

Switched from s24u and the samsung buds 3 pro works really well.

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.

I just came inside from mowing my lawn with the buds 3 pro. 2s definitely did a better job at canceling the sound of mower but 3s did ok, with the exception of when you get a loud pop sound (think hitting rock or weed wacker slapping a spot) when that happened the 3's would almost amplify it, then seemingly get better noise canceling, and then go back to their normal state.

I thoroughly tested these quite controversial new earbuds since day one and they are fine but need rafinement. My recent experience with the Samsung galaxy buds 3 pro has been enjoyable to some extents. Out of the box, they look really nice and first impression, they feel nice they look nice and weigh about 4 grams less than airpods (58g vs 62g) so they quality feel is there. I tested the fit and they are comfortable although a little bit less when im laying my head on a pillow, so to listen to music or content at night while trying to sleep, they are a bit more noticeable than the airpods pro 2 are and that is due to the size of the blade being a bit longer and larger than the stem of the airpods pro 2. When walking, going to the gym or any form of exercises they fit really well and stay in there. Sound quality is surprisingly good for their size noise canceling and transparency doesn’t affect the sound of the buds. Speaking of ANC, that bring me to my next point which is the downsides. First, there was some little residue of glue like substance and little marks on the case and earbuds themselves right out of the box. The vibe when down quick. Secondly, even tho they are really nice and sounds really nice, they need some refinements. The noise canxeling is good but in a bus, the left one sometimes randomly changed the frequemcy it was trying to cancel so the engine noise became overwhelming from my left ear. Same goes for when there is wind. In transparemcy mode, the wind basically activate noise canceling, the buds tries so hard to muffle the sound of the wind that they begin to cut iff every sounds around from tree leaves waving to people even cars and i was in transparency not in adaptive. Other point is the battery life, idk if it’s only because anc reduce the battery life to 60% of the total time or i have a default but mine lasted about 3 and a half hours on a single charge while alternating between noise cancelling and transparency. In my opinion it should be closer to 5 or 4 and a half hour. With the case and the buds fully charged i started my day with them and my sony wh 1000 xm5 for backup or comparing. The xm5 i know from experience that they can last me 2 full days of waking up at 8am and going to sleep at midnight or 1am. The buds for some reasons were way less permissives than what they were advertised. Even with ANC off, they only lasted about 24h/25h. I still think it could be patched on multiple updates or in the next gen if they keep a similar structure. The galaxy fold 6 already has this update which enable their uhd sound and ultra wide band if i remember correctly, im on the s24 ultra. The little protective case that they are giving for free with them is complete trash, at least for me. First thoughts, it really feels like a protection advertised on temu for 3$. It’s super light, feels cheap and i feel like it could break if i drop a leaf on top of it plus, it’s super hard to open. In my testing, the case has a sorta button to open the top half and in my case it’s super hard for nothing. I have to press the button plus push on the lid itself just to open it and i feel like it’s going to shatter in my hands. The plastic type is really not to the level of the buds themselves. That’s if they even fit in the case, mine were a pain to fit in and i scratched them in the process. So in conclusion, the galaxy buds 3 are a good pair of wireless earbuds but had a rough launch and need some improvements. If you want them, i would recomend them for android users, apple users should get the airpods pro 2 as they are more refined and more stable in my opinion. If you have preordered them and are scared of the result of what will be in the box, keep the order and wait for them to arrive, if the content of the box is damaged or there is a common issue with them, you could talk to samsung but in general, even with all the coments on the silicone tips ripping or tearing, it’s not to all the buds and if your ordered got delayed, it’s either because they were in the batch of bad units or samsung has a demand too high so they can’t keep up and they are currently making more to ship it to everyone. Sadly im not a big enough tech reviewer to be noticed by samsung and have a test unit or smt as a matter of facts, I just started reviewing tech products publicly. If you have any critics or coments on what should i improve or talk about more etc, i would be glad to do so.

Buds 3 pro has great fit

Just gotta say it: if you have a samsung phone, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

There is this thing called an audio codec. Which one you use affects the quality of the sound. Samsung have their own in-house codec, which is pretty much the best out there, but only available on samsung phones and tablets paired with samsung buds. There's also flawless connectivity and a few settings that are available only on galaxy phones (kinda like how iPods pair best with iPhones).

I have small ears and was legitimately apprehensive about buying these because coming from the powerbeats I felt I needed the ear hook but they stay in fantastically. I lift weights and run 5-6 days a week and 0 issues. It's scary though because they're so comfortable that at times I'll reach at my ear thinking one fell out but nope, still there. I even bought a set of third party hooks that attach to them but returned them unopened because I'm so confident in these now. Obviously I can't speak for everyone's small ears but 0 issues on my small ears.

Sadly I had a different experience, I even tried buying premium memory foam tips but the bulge on the top of these earbuds presses on my ears and they just will never be comfortable for me to wear for long. I guess you just have to try for yourself to find out but I really wish I'd purchased them before I was leaving on a trip as I would have returned them otherwise.

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

just get the buds3 pro. They can be found easily for below 150 bucks.

Same for me - fast delivery (2 day) - no problem with taking off the eartips - great bass and loving the equaliser

If you're using samsung then go with the samsung buds 3 pro.

Samsung buds works well with samsung phones. Also it supports hi res support on samsung phones.

Agree. I'd say apple does it smoother but these are better. My only real gripe is the anc. The loud pop. I was just putting away clean silverware the other day and when the metal landed on the other then it made a loud pop. Very uncomfortable.

The B3P's ANC works well + you can adjust the ambient noise level. What I really like about the B3P's ANC is that it works independently (on its own)... w/o your cell having to be nearby - which isn't often but still quite handy. Conversely, my Jabra buds must be connected for their ANC to work.

I'm with some other commenters, in that the way these stupid things "seal" to your ear is just really poor. I cannot get them to fit like my OG Buds, no matter the tip size. That said and the way they sit, the passive noise cancelling is vastly superior in my OG Buds than the ANC is in the Buds 3 Pro. Because the passive cancelling is superior, my OG Buds sound light-years better. Aside from the fitment and poor ANC, I also have issues with the battery draining rapidly. At 15-20% volume and ANC on, they're dead in under 3 hours. I'm really at the point that I'm gonna get my money back, as much as I was looking to upgrade finally.

I have big ears, and the gb3p never slipped out. The sound quality is amazing, but you will have to disable adjust sound to fit

I have used both. GB3P are miles ahead in terms of sound and call quality. They are also more comfortable than XM5. The only negative is the average battery life. You will get around 5 hours with the Anc on.

GB3P sound is clearer and less muddy when compared to XM5.

I have used both. Sound is more clearer on B3P. Otherwise, both are fine.

Buds 3 Pro has powerful sound and great mic quality.

I use my AirPods Pro 2, but I recently got the Galaxy Buds Pro 3 for $50, so I've started using those.

Perl Pro comments sound to me like Denon has a huge marketing budget. Galaxy Buds Pro 3 are actually lowkey epic. The AZ80's are also very good. Smooth sound? AZ80. Impact? Pro 3. That's all I've tested out of these "best SQ's" That said, Connectivity is GOD on the AZ80's. Like instant multipairing perfection gucci mane holy fk. All other multi pairing doesn't work for me.

Buds 3 pro for the integration. They also sound great.

I would personally advise avoiding them Samsung's quality is in the crapper on the bud pro 3. There's uneven charging issues, insufficient charging and not charging issues that are prevalent. I don't believe Samsung has acknowledged any of these issues but if you look around everyone's complaining about them. There's a lot of DIY fixes that people are doing by adjusting contacts etc however the fact remains that the quality is in the crapper.

I own both. Buds 3 Pro are better in almost every way I can think of. I would not buy the Sony's again.

I have galaxy buds 3 pro and I'm blown away by quality. With active noise canceling on, everything goes completely silent

I've had mine for a week and they are awesome 👌

Gemini 2.0 summary : Sound Quality: Good, comparable to other top ANC earbuds. Lossless audio is more marketing than reality. Bass is stronger than the Buds 2 Pro, and the soundstage is wider. 360 audio is improved with optional head tracking. Dislikes: * White noise/hissing: Noticeable, especially near sound sources like a noise machine. * Battery life: Shorter than advertised (4.5-5 hours with ANC on). Fast charging is a plus. * Pairing: Requires the case, unlike previous models. Favorite Features: * Voice control: Responsive and doesn't require Bixby. * Single bud use: Full control (volume, ANC) with one earbud. * Call quality: Excellent noise cancellation and clear mics, especially with Samsung devices. * LEDs on blades: Visibly indicate when the user is on a call. * Adaptive mode: Intelligently adjusts ambient sound and ANC. * Case location: Buds inside the case can be located via Samsung Find. Overall: The reviewer finds the Buds 3 Pro a worthwhile upgrade, particularly for those who make a lot of phone calls, despite the white noise and battery life issues. The adaptive mode and improved call quality are highlighted as key selling points.

I upgraded from the Galaxy Buds Pro to the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and I feel like the range is significantly better w/the GB3P, it's one of the few features I'm impressed with on the upgrade. I use my buds mostly in my home, and used to start losing connection when leaving my phone downstairs in the kitchen (far back corner of house for me) and traveling upstairs to my closet (front/opposite corner of my house). I can now travel to my closet and don't start losing connection until I am actually in my walk in closet, but it reconnects perfectly if I take a step back towards the doorway. Hope this helps!

Fwiw I just side slept for a solid 3 hours and felt no discomfort. Slept super well with ANC. The stem kept them from digging into my ear which is a huge step up from the 2 pro. 

I have all three. Xm5s are good for me. Nice fit. The app for the bose quietcomfort 2 is a lot better now. Galaxy buds pro 3 seem to have theirs mostly sorted now with the new batch they selling. I have had one random issue with my buds pro 3 though and that's the left earbud randomly disconnecting then reconnecting. Other than that hiccup, all 3 pairs have been really good for me.

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 will always say the tozo nc9 2024 version is literally as good ANC as my samsung buds 3 pros! Other than that, the soundcore a40s are good as well.

I love my Galaxy buds 3 pro.

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

I feel like anc is great but the seal on the buds are harder to get right compared to the two. I'm waiting for some solid 3rd party ear plug options that would isolate sound better that I could fit on mine

Had so many "Buds" - Apple/ Bose/ JBL/ Sony and now Buds Pro 3 and they are without doubt the best I've tried for sound and ANC Sony WF-1000XM5 were really good for ANC but were really bass heavy ( which I normally don't mind ) but were ridiculous. For integration with your Samsung phone the Buds Pro 3 really offer the best option. #

in first month anc was great for me but now anc on vs off have little to no difference. I have no idea what's going wrong with these buds because I'm not only one experience this issue. I downgrade firmware via buds manager client and even that don't fix problem so I guessing now it's hardware fault on these buds and probably one of the mics get corrupted over time

Buds 3 Pro, got them right after a delay. They are great; features like voice recognition—when you say something, they turn down the volume. Sound quality amazing, bit better than my Jabra active 7.

Nothing over Bluetooth, when using an iPhone, is going to be high res lossless. iPhones cap at 256kbps AAC over Bluetooth. Android phones are different, you can get into LDAC (which is Sony’s snake oil) or aptX lossless (along with a slew of other Qualcomm codecs). But that all depends on your phone, you’ll need to do the research to determine what your Android phone supports. Any earbud will support Atmos using Apple Music on iPhones. You just have to set it to always use it and not automatically. Any pair of wired or wireless headphones/earbuds will support Atmos playback. The phone is doing all the processing. You will only get head tracking features when using AirPods and Beats devices. Otherwise you’re stuck with the devices (like what Bose, Jabra, and JBL) do “upscaling” so you can get the gimmick of head tracking. I suggest you start going through reviews first; find what form factor you want (stem, non-stemmed, over-ear hooks, wing tips, etc.); and prioritize things like audio quality, ANC (which would either be powered wired or Bluetooth), microphone quality in a scaling system you come up with. Also try taking volume-matched blind ABX tests to determine if you even need high res lossless. The vast majority of the music consuming community cannot differentiate between lossless and high bitrate lossy in volume-matched blind ABX tests. That doesn’t mean those people are “deaf,” not appreciating music, or whatever other nonsense. It just means the codecs are doing their jobs. If you’re asking this question, I’d be willing to bet you wouldn’t pass a volume-matched blind ABX test (not the same as you switching songs in a music app). I couldn’t pass one. What works (and fits) for one person won’t for another. One person on here recommended the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. I absolutely hated them for their low level of ANC, lack of full iOS support (no app), they fit my ears the same as the AirPods Pro 2 (which means they didn’t fit my ears), and they looked like AirPods Pro combined with a Cybertruck. They just weren’t for me.

I’d take out the Technics, Sony, and Samsung if ANC is your focus. Their ANC levels are all mid-tier, at most. If you have an iPhone, I’d also add the AirPods Pro 2 to your list. I also suggest adding the JBL Tour Pro 3. In terms of ANC, it goes Bose, JBL, then Sony/Apple. Some argue that the Jabra Elite 10 version 2 have the best ANC, but they let in sounds that were cancelled out by both the Bose QC Ultra (there is no such thing as the Bose QC Ultra 3 earbuds) and JBL Tour Pro 3. If you don’t want to deal with bugs and can take a small, nearly unnoticeable hit in ANC, get the JBL Tour Pro 3. If all you want is ANC and you’re ok with bugs, the Bose QC Ultra earbuds are it.

What device are you pairing them to? You could look at the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro if you’re on Samsung or the AirPods Pro 2 if you have an iPhone. Either one has strong ANC, though I think the APP2 have that edge, and god audio quality (I think the Galaxy Buds have the edge with that). Your ear shape looks prime for stemmed earbuds. Those never fit mine, I didn’t have any issues with the AZ80s. I would recommend the Bose QC earbuds Ultra with their fin tip, but they’re far too buggy for me to actually recommend and I will outright refuse to buy any Bose product for a while. There’s also the Denon PerL Pro. They have wing tips. ANC isn’t as good as Sony or Bose, but I enjoyed their audio quality after going through their testing. Lastly, there’s the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4. They have wing fins as well and can help stay in despite not being stemmed earbuds (like the Denon). I hate stemmed earbuds, the only pair that stayed in my ears were the B&O EX and I thought their ANC was terrible. Their app also isn’t the best. EQ’ing them is done through a “feelings” page rather than just giving you a 3-8 band EQ like most other earbud apps.

They stayed in my ears without issues and earbuds like that normally don’t. The AirPods Pro 1/2 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3 fall out almost instantly. More semi-open earbuds like the AirPods 4 don’t stay in my ears either. I usually need a wing/fin tip for stability. But not with the Tour Pro 3. I think they work better with their foam tips. But, unlike Sony’s hybrid foam-rubber ear tips, they don’t hurt my ears.

I’ll be the opposite of everyone here and say the XM5. Mine have been great, owned them since launch last year. ANC and audio quality are better than the Buds 3 Pro, so is battery life and overall features. You aren’t going to be stuck in Samsung’s (not Android but Samsung’s) ecosystem just to get some of the features. The Buds 3 Pro are also experience quality control issues and problems with the ear tips. Samsung delayed their launch until the end of August, possibly into October. My pair was fine, but they didn’t stay in my ears. They looked like Cybertruck AirPods Pro and fit exactly like the AirPods Pro 2. The clear top to the charging case doesn’t seem like it will last a long time. They look and perform similarly to Moondrop’s $75 true wireless earbuds, which already looked like silver AirPods Pro 2. Mine were returned within 24 hours of them getting to my house. They just didn’t fit, regardless of ear tip size, and both their ANC and sound quality weren’t reflective of their $250 MSRP. They were fine for what I was going to pay ($90). But even then, I think Moondrop’s true wireless were better and the XM5 are still leagues ahead.

I say air pods pro 2 or galaxy buds 3 pro. They both work great with my s24 ultra

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

Not an audiophile and I still noticed the difference between the Buds 3 Pro and Huawe's Freebuds Pro. Lent my Buds 3 Pro to an actual audiophile and he can confirm the quality rivals Sony's. Not saying they are better, just they are in top tier range. I had to switch from spotify to Deezer, then Tidal to fully exploit them, and boy they are good. ANC works fine for me, there are some sounds that pass through but nothing that 75% volume doesn't fix. Transparent mode is awesome. Mic is low for some reason during calls, but recording it is good, so assuming a software issue.

I do own both. I will share my experience. My ear slightly bigger especially earphone resting area. Sony sit nicely and cover up all gaps to make better ANC. But Buds 3 pro all ear tips from samsung makes me feel like no ANC at all. Finally found $32 worth ear tips from azla, managed to make 60% of the ANC i was getting with sony. If you really need high quality, buy wired earphones.

I did too today. Especially with their 75$ trade in for my buds1 pro and 10% discount for being a Samsung member. Ended up $143 when it was all said and done.

I know this is late but I am on my second pair and they have been plagued with issues. Mostly they will make this AWFUL static sound at max volume for a split second (literal jumpscare) at random times. I exchanged my first pair but my second pair still does this and its so frustrating.

Anything with wing tips is good for me. Never fell out in the gym. I chose white so that people actually know there's something in my ear and don't talk to me before i take it out. 🤣 Altho, as a samsung user. Buds3 pro came out, surprisingly they have same anc plus the dual device connectivity. Bose has yet to update, they said it's coming. But so far nothing yet

Samsung's Buds 3 Pro are awesome.

I'm really surprised with how much I'm loving the OPB3Ps. I have the AZ80s, the Denon PPs, Galaxy B3Ps and others. Sound, battery life and call quality are just top tier. ANC and pass-through are as good as anything I own. Comfort is subjective, but they're light and I can wear them for hours. HTH!

i'm coming from the buds 1pro. Hate the fit of these since they always loosen up in my ear. Do you think the fit is better on the 3 pros?

Did my own research since then. They seem to fit like airpods pro, much better than the pro 1. Stay in while jogging and workout.

If you plan on using those buds with more than just your phone, I'd recommend sony, but if you want just for phone galaxy buds are better.

Sad that the Status Between 3ANC aren't on the list, I prefer them over my Buds 3 pro and Air Pods pro 2. I love them so much. I bought 2 pairs. One in black, the other white.

Technics AZ80 wireless nc buds.....and love them over the Sony XM's and Galaxy Buds3 pro

PRO 3s are good. I also have the Bose Quite Comfort 2 and they both hold up. There is a really good deal on the Pro 3 on the samsung site I got mine for $100 with a trade in on my old buds live

Thank you for your insight! I had a similar experience with the quiet comfort earbuds ii. The app and whole connectivity experience was horrible, shame because the fit and design is amazing. I'm edging towards the galaxy buds 3 pro... The question is silver or white

I've literally just ordered the galaxy buds pro 3 next day delivery haha. I guess I can return them if the fit isn't right.

I swapped them for wf xm5's I didn't like the design at all, poor battery and average sound quality.

I received the buds 3 pro yesterday and returned then within 4 hours of them arriving at my house. £250? Give me a break. If you're spending that amount on ear buds, if has to feel quality, period. My girlfriend literally asked why I had one of those kids toys from those vending machines similar to kinder surprises. It's a complete joke, the plastic top seems like it would snap off if dropped on majority of floor types. The buds themselves are quite frankly a bit ridiculous looking to and scream £10 temu knockoff. The extemely angular design the way it juts out from the ear to the stem just doesn't make sense from a design standpoint, it adds unnecessarily bulk and makes them look 10x bigger than they actually are. The silicon is bad quality too. The sound quality was good. But so are £70 ear buds. I returned them for the xm5's and couldn't be happier.

Did you really like the Nothing Ear (2) more than the WF-1000XM5? What did you like more about them? I'm amazed, because it's usually the other way around, except for looks. The Nothing Ear (2) are beautiful earbuds, but the Nothing Ear (2) case is a bit too bold for me. I find my Galaxy Buds 3 Pro's bold design nice, and they have a nice case too.

I use the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. If u have a late model Galaxy, these are the best choice imo. I have an S24 Ultra, and all the features they bring with them are great. Their ambient mode is on par if not better than the latest Ipods Pro. ANC is great as well. I wouldn't say it's the best on the market, but it's definitely good. Sound is definitely up there. I had Sennheiser MTW3's a while back, which sounded amazing, and these sound almost identical. I got lucky and picked up a brand new sealed set locally from FB Marketplace for only $150 from somebody that got them in the last promo for free when buying the ZFold 6.

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.

Galaxy bud pro 3 and jabra elite gen 1 amazing for call quality while doing gym training session.

bit more on the pricy side but the Sammy Buds 3 Pro fit in my tiny ears very snug and don't move around much. also just a great pair of earbuds all around in my experience, and bonus points if you use a Samsung phone and can take advantage of all the features on them

I never daily drove anything until I got the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Either they're finally good enough or I never got the eartip size right on other buds, but this is the only pair that has really stuck with me

OK. I hate apple. My kids begged for phones when we got them phones, and part of that is needing to monitor their usage, which requires an apple device. I didn't really want a tablet at that time and I needed a phone so I got an phone 14pm. So. I loved my android phone and me husband's 25 is pretty darn slick. I tried a bunch of earphones/buds. I have a pair of pro 2s and they are the best of the bunch with the 14pm. If I had a Samsung there's a few gas are pretty good but none. The bose were super comfortable. I do like his Samsung buds, although they are a few gens old now so I'm not going to speak to their noise canceling. I get weirdness from most noise canceling tech. The pro 2 does not make me nauseous, or dizzy. I do get some vertigo if I remove one from my head, but it usually is short lived. So I'd definitely go with the airpods.

I just got them yesterday. I also had glue residue on the case and on the seam of one of the Buds. It was wiped off fairly easy. I also experienced the noise with ANC during my first usage, but it disappeared after half an hour of usage. I will be commenting on the Buds relative to my experience with Sony's WF-XM4's as I have used them for some years prior to obtaining the Buds3 Pro. I bought the Buds because I'm already in the Samsung Ecosystem (Fold5, Tab S9, Smartwatch), which I think is the segment that this product caters the most to anyway The XM4's are nice. Big, heavy, lots of battery life, and feel like top premium. They have better ANC and feel way more solid than the Buds3 Pro. XM4's are very comfortable to wear with memory foam tips that seal up your ear for extra noise cancellation very well. They are very secure in the ear, even though they are heavy. They are a pain to wear while sleeping - they actually hurt when resting on a pillow. Unlike the Buds3 Pro, which is only a minor nuisance when pillowing. The Buds3 Pro are lightweight and also offer hearing improvement of your ambient surroundings. You can almost do clandestine stuff listening in on other peoples conversations in the subway (it's like overpowered hearing aid). The Buds3 Pro aren't quite as secure in the ear as the XM4's despite the light weight of the Buds3 Pro, which I find very unfortunate. They might come lose after some rough bumps on the bike. If I shake my head violently they will come out, unlike the XM4's. I did the fitting test with the Buds3 Pro prior to the head shake test. I'm using the big eartips. I find gesture control much better and with more options due to the stem-design of the Buds3 Pro. I don't mind the lesser runtime of the Buds3 Pro. I rarely use earbuds for more than a couple of hours straight. On occasion, if I do need to use earbuds continuously for longer periods, like when taking a long trip on the train, I just put one earbud back in the charging case for 10 minutes and then swap earbuds. After another 10 minutes, both earbuds are roughly at 50 % SoC again. Although it is nice with longer runtime, I would choose lightweight and smaller footprint over bigger, heavier, and more runtime personally. Overall I will still be using the Buds3 Pro, even with it's shortcommings over the XM4's. I'm crossing my fingers for some aftermarket foam eartips for the Buds3 Pro - that would be perfect for me. More isolation, more secure. Better for biking. I also noted that I'm not able to use voice commands like some reviewers can (they can choose between voice commands and Bixby). I only have Bixby as an option, which is unfortunate. I'm in EU though. The reviewer was American which might have an impact on this matter(?). I got the Buds3 Pro for 150€ - my XM4's were 470 € at the time of purchase. I'm really happy with the Buds3 Pro so far.

I have the buds pro 3. They are amazing. You can read the reviews, this is the first time where samsung buds are competing for no.1 title in tws category. The buds pro 3 are everything and more. They're honestly worth the price. The noise cancelation is better than airpods pro 2, transparency can be better, but sound quality is much better. The fit is awkward if you have big ears but fine with medium and small. Ps don't buy the base buds buds 3 they're HOT garbage.

You're correct in theory. Bluetooth will lose some information just by the laws of physics but LDAC in my opinion is 99.9% of the way there. To my ears, it sounds better than using IEM's with a dongle DAC, but a lot of it is subjective. But if you're just using a standard pair of Bluetooth headphones, using a codec like SBS or even AptX its obviously not gonna be lossless, but just listening to the lossless file on apple music, tidal or amazon HD will still sound better than spotify or a standard mp3, ogg or other lossy file type. The galaxy buds pro 3, when paired with a Samsung phone do some type of transcoding voodoo on the fly and claim to be capable of 24bit / 96kHz lossless audio. They sound great to me but I still prefer LDAC with the sony XM-5 earbuds. I think the memory foam tips have something to do with it and better noise isolation overall. I'm sure its been said but there's been studies done and the average person cant tell the difference between a CD quality recording and a 320kbps mp3 but I still think I can hear a slight bump in quality listening to a flac file from my phone vs a lossless apple music file. Theres so much subjectivity and different variables that go into it and I don't believe its as simple as DACS always sound better. For example, would using a DAC on a 320 kbps mp3 sound better than listening to a FLAC file with a pair of standard Bluetooth headphones using the SBS codec? I don't know but

I mainly use my Sennheiser Momentum 4s. I prefer their sound quality a bit more over my  XM5s, although I feel like the noise cancellation is better on the Sony buds. Picked up the Galaxy Buds3 Pro with Samsung credits to compare to both

If ur going for an easy to use and carry around headphones, the buds 3 pro is a great choice since it works seamlessly while using multiple samsung devices and its small. The xm5's are better though, and are a great choice. They are 2 times the price but are definitely worth it. But wait for the xm6s to be in stock they just came out! I would buy both if you can

They're not good. They're great!

22 days of gentle use, maybe 10 hours a week, and I now have to send them in for repairs. At this price point, they are trash! I'm very disappointed with Samsung, who, up until now, has been my go-to company for electronics.

I've had the Galaxy Buds Pro 3 since launch. A lot of improvements have been made throughout, but it's been unusual to see any real world "reviews" post-launch and so I thought I'd share an updated review of some sort since there were some production issues that sort of tainted the launch. In the firmware updates, ANC issues, white noise, etc were fixed - more on this later. I'm just a small time tech enthusiast, so small that I don't even have a youtube channel or anything. But in the past few months I've really enjoyed using the Buds 3 pro and wanted to answer some questions since a lot of new posts here have been asking if it's worth it. Before we get started, I want to say that I have been using this with my Samsung devices - Fold 5, now 6, Tab S9, Galaxy Watch 7 - so your experiences may differ if you're using these with other non-Samsung/Android/Apple devices. As with using any new earbuds, which I personally have far too many that it's a bit embarrassing to admit, I always check my fitment. Most people overlook this because everyone thinks that audio devices are about sound quality, but you'll find in this review that it is so much more than just how it sounds. If the earphones don't fit you properly, the sound isn't being delivered to you the way it was intended by the engineers of the headphones. The first thing I do is check for how the different size tips fit into my ears. When I feel like I'm using the right ones, the Samsung Wear has a "Earbud fit test" under "sound quality and effects" to do a check via it's software. After it's been established that the fitment is good, I went into my phone's "adapt sound" under "hearing enhancements" menu to fine tune as typically different Samsung earbuds have a slightly different sound profile. For me personally, I only missed one tone that the software then has to boost for me to hear it clearly - versus the Buds Pro 2 where I missed 4-5. Since sound quality is where most consumers feel like is the most important, I'll start here so that if you don't don't want to read more, you can skip the rest. Samsung did a lot of advertising for these earbuds, with one of the features being high quality lossless where it supports 24bit/96khz. This is very much a marketing gimmick especially when it comes to streaming music or listening to the old downloaded mp3s that you got from Napster. With that said, the sound quality is great but the lossless codecs don't actually transfer the full bitrate. If you currently own the Buds 2 Pro, you'll probably find the bass to be a little stronger but it's also hard to tell the difference if you listen to the Buds 2 Pro and the Buds 3 Pro back to back. FWIW, the Buds 2 Pro also supports SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec). If you're on the original buds Pro, those do NOT support SSC - so the sound quality is definitely better on these Buds 3 Pro than the OG Buds Pro. The sound stage is also much wider and the 360 audio is much less gimmicky since you can turn off head tracking now. If you're pairing the Buds 3 pro with the Galaxy Watch 7, you'll find that SSC is supported and you'll continue to be able to use this on the go without your phone. With all that said, audio is great and is comparable to other top ANC BT earbuds on the market. With audio quality out of the way, I'm going to talk about the things I don't like. The first being white noise - it's extremely noticeable the closer you are to the source of the sound. For example, if I have a noise machine next to me for white noise during bedtime, the hissing on the earbud closer to the noise machine is just terrible regardless of what ANC setting I have on. I've seen a lot of reviews and other users saying that the hissing is less noticeable at level 3-4 instead of 5, but I didn't find this to be true for my own use. My Buds Pro and Buds 2 Pro didn't have this hissing white noise, but I normally don't hear this unless the source of the sound is very close to me. With that said, ANC quality is quite good and most of the time I don't hear the hissing at all - but I thought I'd mention this because at times it does bother me. The second thing I don't like is the battery life. Samsung advertised these as 6 hours of playback with ANC on, but I'm getting closer to 4.5-5 hours. I almost wonder if they released these figures when the buds are being used without other software (more on this later) features. The fast charging works quite well though. I'd get down to 10% and it jump to 30% in about 5 minutes - literally just a quick bathroom break. The case itself seems to hold maybe 4 charges for both buds, or roughly 8 charges if you tend to only use one side at a time. Charging the case is easy though - it supports wireless charging and has a USB-C port on the bottom. The third thing I don't like is that I need the case in order to pair. The Buds Pro and Buds 2 Pro both could pair by holding down the touchpad themselves, but I need the button on the charging case to pair the Buds 3 Pro. Not sure what happened to this feature but it's much easier being able to pair the buds when they're out of the case and in my ears than to throw the buds into a charging case then have to hold a button on the case to pair. Some of my favorite features with the buds 3 pro that separate them from previous buds were things that I thought would be a gimmick but it actually works in real-world use. Starting with the voice control - this doesn't require Bixby and it's very responsive. For example, I'm doing dishes and both hands are wet - then a song comes on and I don't like it. I could just say "next song" out of the blue and it'll skip. I could, of course, still use Google Assistant or Gemini to play other videos on youtube without touching my phone or buds using "OK Google", but just saying the command has been pretty easy to use and it's definitely proven to be useful. Previously without the "blade design," the Buds Pro and Buds 2 pro couldn't really be operated with a single bud. The user previously had to tap the left side to vol down but couldn't vol up without tapping the right side. I mostly got used to that, but being able to have volume control, ANC control, etc with just one bud makes it so much easier for one ear use. This seems to be extra useful when I'm on a phone call and need to change the volume by swiping the blade - that way I don't risk accidentally tapping the touchpad and ending the call like I did with the older Buds. And while we're on the topic of phone calls -- oh boy, this is probably the best reason to upgrade if you're someone who talks on the phone a lot. The software noise cancellation (at least paired with a Samsung device) makes it sound like I'm in a quiet room when I'm driving down the freeway. The mics are very clear and I think that this is probably the biggest reason for the "blades"/stems to come back. The audio quality doesn't seem as good when paired with non-Samsung devices though - for example, Zoom calls and/or Teams calls do not seem to have that type of noise suppression of my background. If you're someone who talks on the phone a lot, the mics and noise suppression makes this a much better use than the Buds Pro or the Buds 2 Pro by a fair margin. Another feature that I like are the LEDs on the blades. With the previous buds, they were sort of sitting inside the ear that people don't realize I'm using buds. I'd be on a call in an elevator and someone new walks in.. I'd talk, they'd think I'm talking to them, then I'd have to point at my ears to show them I'm on the phone. The Buds 3 Pro doesn't have that since I just leave the LEDs on and they're noticeable enough that people know I'm not talking to them. It saves me from those awkward moments. In Samsung's ads, they promoted the "Adaptive" mode a lot where it allows ambient noise and uses ANC when it detects background noise. This sounded gimmicky but I wasn't sure how it'd work, but I am now finding that this mode works really well. I use my Buds 3 Pro a lot in the office in this mode. It is smart enough to block out the HVAC fan above my seat in the office but doesn't block out people talking so that I can quickly engage in a conversation with them. Sometimes the ANC mode takes a while to kick in, so you'll notice that the sound from the water faucet start to fade away midway into hand washing but it isn't instant. With the Buds 3 Pro being so comfortable to wear and with the adaptive mode working so well, the battery life became an issue especially since I don't ever want to take it off. Normally 5 hours of use a day would be more than enough but I've literally tried to keep it in my ears all work day and wished the battery life could improve. With that said, I've sometimes just used one bud to extend the life of these so that one bud is constantly charging. Last but not least, another feature I thought was surprising is that the buds INSIDE the case could be located through Samsung Find. In previous generations of the Buds, once you close the case and forget where you left it - that's it.. you just keep digging until you find it. With the Buds 3 Pro even when they're off and charging in the case, the case throws out an ultrawide band signal every 2.5 minutes so that if you have a phone with ultrawide band support, you could find the case. It does take a while to find though since the signal is only thrown out once every 2.5 minutes, but it works very well. I'm a little embarrassed to admit that I've had to use this feature quite a few times now. Hopefully this helps you with your purchase decisions. Happy holidays! If you're gonna shop with Samsung.com, I hear there's Rakuten discounts. I don't use those but I used a Samsung referral code ref-d8zq4r - I think these only work in the US and with new accounts for ordering. You could order with a new account but certainly register the buds or whatever other device with your regular Samsung account. :)

If you want the best earbuds for your ears, be prepared to return them and try them out. Because ANC is only as good as the fit to your ear. That's why you'll see a lot of mixed reviews on buds because they just don't fit some people very well. With that caveat out of the way, I work in a machine shop that has VERY loud noises at all different frequencies high and low. I've had earbuds from 5+ main brands. Some have faults, for example the buds 3 pro from Samsung. If you use an air compressor to blow things, it'll it'll make a crackling popping breaking sound in the earbud as the ANC fails. The Sony xm3 xm4 and xm5s are the only one's I know that pass that test for me. So I exclusively buy those since they seemingly block out more sound at higher frequencies.

My recommendation is Samsung Galaxy pro 3 I have them they are really good you can check them https://recogoods.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-pro-ai-optimised-sound-elite-anc/

I used Soundcore before but they are not as good as Samsung pro3

I have the Samsung Galaxy Earbuds Pro 3 and it wouldn't even make it anywhere in that list. Compared to Jabra line ups, the battery is terrible. It runs out of battery quickly making it a hassle. The audio and ANC is just okay. At the price it is not worth it. Jabra does a way better job. Not a fan of Apple's even thought people say it's good, their ecosystem is tight. Jabra are no longer making theirs. Leaves me with Sony WF-1000XM5. Is their eartip good though? I don't like Apple's because it feels like it can easily fall out and I want an eartip that is secured so I am assured. Jabra's one, it kept on falling. Samsung's it's alright

What kind of sound you like? I have Ear and my bf have Buds 3 Pro. Ear are much much superior in terms of sound especially if you love bass. Anc and transparency are better in buds

Just had to return mine. Thankfully, I'm in the 14 day return window. (Been 5 days) Left earbud no longer charges, Case no longer auto pairs Case no longer enters pairing mode (manually) , Bluetooth auto switch never worked after the first switch. Bought new ones tho they won't be here until 20th. Overall I really liked them until the failure waterfall.

If I could go back when I bought the gbp3 and moved my finger to the "buy now" on Sony instead... I would. I don't know if that tells you much, but that's what I would do.

Unfortunately, I'm one of the thousands of people that have the right bud charging defect. I've had issues with ear fit and ANC since I've got them too. The issues definitely don't apply to everyone who has them though. If it wasn't for these id be incredibly happy with all the other cool stuff that comes with gbp3s. Voice commands are a huge QoL when doing cardio and the slide volume up/down feels really slick. I just can't get passed how I had to purchase $40-50 worth of third party tips until I found some that fit well enough to keep them from falling out. I have no experience with the Sony buds, but the negative reviews don't even come remotely close to what I've experienced with my gbp3s.

Airpods are goat. I'm on a S25 ultra. Galaxy buds pro 3 suck for anc. Miss my airpods.

Ngl I love my buds 3 pros. For reference I've used bose qc and qc pro earbuds. The expensive sony buds. Nothing ear buds (most recent). Bose nc700 and sony xm4 over ears. Buds 3 pro take the cake wirh comfort, fit, accessibility, settings, and sound profile. Dual drivers with more codecs were big upgrades.

Galaxy buds 3 pro destroy these

Tested both, the airpods ain't better at all. I also use galaxy, so it's the best for me. Anc is top tier on the pro 3. Those who say otherwise have terrible fit

Samsung galaxy buds 3 pro and nothing ear 2

EarFuns have much better anc than Galaxy buds 3 pro, sound quality isn’t as good but it’s still pretty good for the price, transparency mode was pretty useless for me on the earfuns if that matters to you

I have had mine for about a week now and I have a completely different take. Sound quality is amazing for ear buds, rich deep bass, crystal clear trebble. The case is my favorite part of the buds, seems super premium. The controls on the stems are the best part, sliding up and down controls volume, easy to pinch for more control. ANC is fantastic and ambient mode is terrific. Best buds I've ever used.

Ear tips are still ripping, BTW. Got mine today after waiting a month and they ripped immediately when I tried to change them.

I have Airpods Pro 2s and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and both are excellent at noise cancellation. Airpods are a little less "harsh" with the noise cancellation effect out of the box but the Galaxy Buds obviously have more features to reduce the strength of it in the wear app which is what I had to do. But honestly I just leave both on adaptive and that works with 99% of instances where I want noise cancellation

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.

After purchasing the Samsung Buds 3 Pro, I'm returning them because they're too big. Annoyingly, with the smallest pieces in the right one stays in fine, but the left one constantly falls out, so I guess my left ear is smaller than my right? Maybe it's because I was a 1 headphone user for like my entire teen years so the one on the right got used to buds? Idk. Anyways, either way, I was thinking about going with the Buds 2 Pro (because PURPLE) and people here are saying they're good. As someone who used to have airpods (I don't remember the version, but I do know they were NOT Pro and this was in like 2019 ish), the airport were really uncomfortable and I had to keep pushing them back in. Does anyone here know if the Buds 2 Pro are smaller than those airpods and/or the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?

I have the same totally worth the money

It's not worse. Overall the ANC is much better.

I can't speak for the XM5's, but I've had the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro for about 6 months now. They are equally the best earbuds I've ever used and the most frustrating ones I've ever used, and I've used probably 15 different pairs over the years. Sound quality is fantastic, ultra clear vocals, pretty good bass especially if you tune the EQ. These definitely prioritize balance, bright vocals, and great instrument separation. I'd imagine the XM5's sound profile leans toward more bass heavy from other sony headphones/earbuds I've used. Noise canceling is great, but I'd imagine the XM5's have better NC, because they have some of the best in the industry. However, transparency mode on the buds 3 pro is second to none. If you turn transparency mode on, it's easy to forget the buds are in your ears. I'd imagine on Par or better than airpods. Definitely the most natural sounding transparency mode I've ever used by far. Lastly, one of the features that I can't live without anymore is voice controls for turning volume up, down, skipping tracks, pausing music, Etc with only your voice. Absolutely amazing if you don't want to bother with opening your phone or touching your earbuds at all. All you have to say is "stop music", "volume up" or "next song" etc. and the earbuds instantly react to your voice. Amazing for working with gloves on, or if you've got something In your hands, lifting weights, etc. Game changer. With all that being said, I've had the most issues with these earbuds and I have with any other pair I've owned. I'm now on my third pair of these things, having sent them back twice because one bud or both will not charge properly in the case. This is a pretty well documented issue, and Samsung refuses to make it an easy process to get them replaced. Also, they definitely don't have the advertised battery life that they claim. It seems like I can get about 5 hours of play time before they are on 10% need to be charged. At that point, you'll be dealing with the constant reminder of a low battery notification in your ears. So, if you end up getting the buds 3 Pro and you get an actual good functioning pair right out of the box they'll probably be the best earbuds you've ever used, but definitely keep those frustrating parts in mind.

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

While the XM5 has a really beautiful sound, I found it (1) really hard to find the spot in my ear when I knew it was "in" and (2) the glossy nature felt slippery taking in and out. Otherwise zero complaints, great headphones. The Technics AZ80 (and even AZ60s) are fantastic. The latter if price is an issue. A little larger than expected but like a butter in the ear and you forget about the size quickly. Sound is superb. Case is larger than the XM5 but not unmanageable. These are my recent favorites. Buds Pro 3 if you use Samsung ecosystem are excellent too.

Hello, considering I read almost nothing good about the buds 3 pro, I thought I'd chip in with my thoughts, which are pretty good to be honest. Firstly I have a S25 Ultra, so I use it with high res audio. Although I'm not a professional audio man, but I've owned some decent headphones and earbuds. The music coming from the buds is amazing for me, the EQ is mega adjustable, and they just sound brilliant to be honest. Noise cancelling is crazy good, I work at a main London airport and when I walk through the terminal I can't hear anything, no people of which there are hundreds chatting away, and when I'm walking next to the satellite where the planes park, I can't hear them revving up there engines to park up, which is extremely loud and we are required to use ear defenders, granted all this is with music on between 30-50% volume. I haven't tested but I have no need, you could probably hear it slightly with them in and no music, but they definitely do a great job! Ambient noise is flipping good too, when active I can hear all cars and airport vehicles coming, like I had no headphones on, even with music playing, although making out talking is possible, but slightly difficult, so I tend to pause the music and chat away, with them in and i genuinely would think they aren't in at this point. Touch and voice controls are next level, touch controls are so simple and easy to use on the stems, I had trouble with my soundcore (stems) and buds pro v1 (no stems). I even had troubles with my Sony Wh xm4 over ear headphones, but damn these are so simple and work every time. Voice controls are also game changer, often il have my hands full and need to stop the music to talk to someone, and then start again, all without unloading my hands, obviously you can adjust volume this way too. Briliant to be honest. My only bad point, which isn't too bad in my opinion, is when I'm on a call, with ambient sound on, I do get a crack or pop sound every now and then, not toooooo often, but it happens, again for me not a deal breaker, I am yet to experience popping with music on ambient or noise cancelling mode. Sometimes getting them back in the case can be abit finicky as the stems are triangle shaped rather then round so hard to twist in the fingers to get to the opposite orientation. Would I recommend, yes absolutely. My choices were buds 3 pro to go with the s25 or the Sony xm5 buds, ultimately the buds went on sale half price for £110 and that made the decision for me, and to be honest I'm glad I did, I love Sony and there products, but with the xm5 I assume I would have had to use my phone to do anything like adjust volume or sound modes, as with the buds I always struggled myself with controls on such a small bud type design.

I would say galaxy buds 3 pro

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.

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 3 Pro. Avoid the WF earbuds until they fix the battery drain. I doubt they will tho it's been like what, 3 years? 😂

I love my tws 4's for listening to music around the house or at lunch at work but i could just never get these to be comfortable enough for daily commutes or walking around earbuds even though the sound is incredible. I've actually found myself using my galaxy buds 3 pro for daily usage because they are just so dang comfortable and work great with my s23. The sound isnt quiiiiiite what the sennheisers can do but i'll trade the sound for the much better comfort and the million miles better microphone for phone calls. Outside of the buds 3 pro Ive found myself rotating between my sony xm5s and my nothing ears quite a bit lately. The bass on the nothings is fantastic and i really like the sound they can push out with heavier faster music like deathcore, gabber, hard techno and such. On days when i'm feeling more chill the sonys will have a bigger 'fuller' sound.

Between those two specifically I'd go for the nothing. The sound is miles above what the skullcandys have with comparable noise cancelling. But If you can stretch your budget by another 20 bucks or so i would strongly recommend going for the Nothing Ear 2024s, amazon has them for about 120 and these things are fantastic. Absolutely amazing sound quality for the price after doing the build in sound test, these can also be tuned to be little bass cannons if you want. Plus the mic is comparable to my galaxy buds 3 pro.

Currently have the Sennheiser Momentum TW4, Sony XM5, Buds Pro 3 And Bowers and Wilkins Pi8. Sennheiser is the winner for me.

O cancelamento de ruído é terrivelmente ruim, você consegue ouvir pessoas falando alto constantemente mesmo com o ANC ligado

Galaxy buds 3 pro. They sound great when using HD audio on Samsung phones.

Buds 3 pro have charging issues, ANC is crap, battery is crap. Xm5s have way better ANC, battery life is double and sound is way better. Sonys cost what they are worth. Buds 3 pro should only cost like 120. They are the only buds I've ever owned that I hate. Never charging when they are supposed to and the 4 hr battery life is unacceptable. Xm5s easy 8hrs.

My story with getting a pair of buds 3 pro with my S25U cost about 6 dollars. First day it had static on the left bud so I sent it in for repair. Got it back 2 weeks later. It still had issue so I sent it back to them. Then they decided to just give me a refund for MSRP $249.99, because it would take a while to get the parts to replace, and they didn't have inventory to send me. Unlucky/Lucky situation for me.

I've been searching for days trying to find others with this issue or a fix to it. I got one of the first pairs at the end of July before they stopped sending ones out for quality issues and I've been wondering if I got a bad pair. Seems I'm not the only one. I really hope Samsung comes up with a software fix for it. It's really annoying lol

Honestly I've tried alot of headphones and the best in my opinion are the galaxy buds pro 3 only because I can take phone calls on the train or bus without anything being heard in the background. Currently no other headphones have matched this so far.

Galaxy buds 3 Pro and Pixel buds pro 2 as my backup

I went through 2 pairs of Buds 3 pros they broke. But thankfully had warranty, since then using Buds FEs love them only flaw is no wireless charging.

And there were no buds 2? Very odd. I'd also wager since the buds 3 just came out they'd still be buggy here and there hence the negatives. Sometimes takes a few updates for it to be ironed out.

Samsung Buds3 Pro are the best, especially for Samsung phones. Sound quality, call quality in noisy environments is world-class & NC is awesome. I have all listed brands & Buds3 Pro stand way above any of them.

I've tried both. The Sony xm5 has superior noose cancellation to the level where it gave me migraine (but i think that's just me lol). I have found. the Buds 3 pro are very comfortable but their noise cancelling is inferior to the Sony's. You'll not regert either tbh. It boils down to what you prefer.

Oh and contrary to others, my buds 3 pro never fell down during workout.

Galaxy pros 3 are by far the best imo on comfort but great sound

Get the Galaxy Buds Pro 3; I love them. They last for long periods of time; the microphone and sound quality are amazing, and they are water-resistant. I had the JBL Tour Pro 3s, and they gave me really bad tension headaches; they just aren't made for long-term comfort. So I got the Buds 3 and love them.

Personally for me yes they're alot more comfy and have better sound customization.

I haven't really tested them, but I've used them throughout a 24-hour period, and they hadn't died on me. I'd say with casual use they'd last days, and yes, I'd definitely recommend them if you're getting the S25 Ultra. I have the 24 Ultra, and the compatibility makes them 10 times better, especially the AI; it's a nice little touch.

Lol found this post and I'm literally in the same situation. Those buds have been the only ones to have ever stayed in my ear. I'm currently using Galaxy Buds Pro, but like I'm constantly just pushing them back into my ear. Haven't found a replacement tip that works any better. I was thinking maybe the new version (Galaxy buds 3 Pro) would fit better (they have a different design), but like I really wish there was a tip or way to have the ones I got work for my ears without falling out. Anyway if you ever figure out a good replacement wireless pair, let me know please. Unsure if I'll fork over the money for the version 3s (if they are going to slip out like these its a waste of money).

https://youtu.be/-oS7RhrIFSA rather than giving out an opinion hear it for yourself, spoiler: is great.

FE will definitely have best fit. Behind that is Likely Buds 3 Pro due to the better weight distribution and form factor.

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've tried some Galaxy Earbuds and they're fine once you put the helmet on but when you take off your helmet, it will hurt your ears. Especially if you have a very snug fitting helmet.

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.