Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Sony WIC200B.CE7
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Sony WIC200B.CE7
The Sony WI-C200 wireless headphones receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation, with several noting good battery life and easy Bluetooth pairing. However, a significant number of recent reviews report a decline in quality compared to older models, citing issues like audio lag, weak magnets, poor battery life, and earbuds that stop working after a few months. The product seems to have inconsistent quality control, with some units performing well and others failing quickly.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Audio lag in newer units
- Weak magnet on earpieces
- Poor battery life in some units
- Earbuds stop working after months
- Volume starts at full blast
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Sony WIC200B.CE7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.09 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Sony WIC200B.CE7
- Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
No current pricing available
Sony WIC200B.CE7
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 31 specs.