Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs Beats Fit Pro
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Beats Fit Pro
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
Beats Fit Pro
The Beats Fit Pro earbuds receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and secure fit during workouts, with many users praising the noise cancellation and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report issues with one earbud not working, connectivity problems, and fit issues for some ear shapes. While many recommend them over AirPods, others find them unreliable and not worth the price.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Secure during workouts
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
Cons
- One earbud stops working
- Connectivity issues
- Fit issues for some ears
- Microphone quality poor
- Noise cancellation not true
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Beats Fit Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5-minute Fast Fuel charging gives up to 1 hour of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | 18 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Beats app for Android |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
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)
Beats Fit Pro
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average affordability (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 33 specs.