
Apple
AirPod Pro Series
Apple-integrated, great ANC, but fit issues & poor Windows support.

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No. I don't think I'd recommend them to a Samsung user either, unless they specifically want AI features. They're not *bad* earbuds if they work, but quality control was horrible and mine have been nothing but problems. The buds2 pro have better battery life with equal or even better sound quality, given the better fit/design to my ear. If you want amazing headphones for an iPhone though, buy Sony xm5/xm6 series earbuds. Incredible sound quality and better ANC.
Based on an older pair of FE and a new pair of 3pros, I would recommend the middle ground of finding a good pair of 2pro if you're set on Samsung, or Sony wf-1000xm5 if you're willing to switch brands. I can't recommend the 3pro to anyone with the issues my pair have had. Lots of people were lucky with theirs, but not me. mid-2025 model: paint wearing off, zero bass without ANC, connection and charging inconsistencies, and just a poor design with smooth plastic. I like the stem design, and sound quality is good. I found the 2pro to be much better due to a proper fit/seal, though.
If you’re on a Samsung phone, I’d honestly throw Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro (SM-R630) True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds into the mix too, they’re not always the absolute best for pure audiophile tuning, but the sound is really solid, comfort is better than I expected, and the ANC is legit good for daily use so they’re kind of an easy all around pick.
Sorry, but I really can't understand how anyone can recommend the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with all the problems they have. The 2024 models completely change their sound when you switch from normal to ANC or any other mode. Moisture gets in, even though Samsung says it shouldn't, and then the repair shop says they're wet and there's no warranty. The battery life is absolutely terrible. The 2025 models develop cracks in the plastic and the paint peels off, and Samsung says you dropped them, so there's no warranty. Sorry, but I can't recommend these, and I own the 2024 model myself. Not a day goes by that I don't get annoyed by this garbage, so I've put them away in a drawer.
Das ist absolut richtig, die Dinger sind von vorne bis hinten Müll ! Hätte sie mir leider für 160 € gekauft und war wirklich mehr als enttäuscht. Der Klang ist im normalen Bereich gut aber sobald man sie lauter 3/4 plus macht werden sie nicht lauter. Dann wenn man auf ANC schaltet oder auf normal hat man auf einmal ein total anders Klangbild. Der Akku ist auch recht mies im Gegensatz zu anderen. Ich habe es bitter bereut sie gekauft zu haben und es waren auch meine ersten und letzten Samsung Earbuds. Sind übrigens meine zweiten, die ersten hatten ihre akku ladung schon nach 2 Stunden verbraucht wohin ich dann zu Samsung gefahren bin die mir dann auch berichteten, das es mit den buds echt viele Probleme gibt. Habe dann einen Gutschein für neue bekommen die ich mir im store abholen könnte. Der Akku geht nun länger aber der Rest wie klangverfälwchung normal oder ANC ist geblieben und die Lautstärke die ab 3/4 einfach nicht lauter wird auch.
Then take a look at the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro, the Soundcore Liberty NC, and the Soundcore Liberty 5. They're rock solid, last at least 8 hours, and aren't excessively expensive. If you want a few more bells and whistles, there are also the Earfun Air Pro 4, which have a really good battery life. As for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, I totally understand you; I have them too, and they're just awful in every way.
Please be smart and don't buy the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro! I have them myself and I know what I'm talking about. For example, cracks appear spontaneously in the plastic, and that's just one. Samsung often tries to be difficult about it and claims you dropped them.
If buget ian't an issue go for Buds3 Pro ✨️ Here are your options for a Galaxy Buds Buds Core < Buds FE < Buds3 FE < Buds3 < Buds3 Pro
Guys i have one problem with right bud. Buds 3 😂. I can barely hear it.
I got a pair in the black Friday sale and they arrived today, first impressions are good, but nothing blows you away. They're just good for bog standard everyday wireless earbuds and I'd say probably worth it for the price I got them for, 150 reduced from £219. Bearing in mind the buds4 will probably be at least 250

Apple
AirPod Pro Series
Apple-integrated, great ANC, but fit issues & poor Windows support.

OnePlus
Buds 4
Budget ANC king, but no wireless charging & windy transparency fails.

Beats (Apple)
Fit Pro
Workout secure, Apple-friendly, but wing-tips tear and case feels cheap.

Anker Soundcore
Sport X20
Value workout buds, secure fit, but connectivity can be iffy.

EarFun
Air Pro 4
Budget champ with great sound/ANC, but transparency has static.

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