Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple's flagship AI earbuds with 2x more effective noise cancellation, built-in heart rate tracking, Live Translation for face-to-face conversations, and 8 hours of ANC battery life.
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Our take
The AirPods Pro 3 score 84/100 — the highest in our AI Earbuds category — and it's not hard to see why Apple is dominating the premium earbud space.
2x stronger ANC than the previous generation (4x vs the original), heart rate tracking during 50+ workout types, Live Translation for face-to-face conversations, and an FDA-approved hearing aid feature. Performance scores a blistering 94/100. Build quality at 92/100 is Apple's typical precision. Eight hours of battery with ANC on is class-leading.
They're the best earbuds money can buy — if you own an iPhone. On Android, they become basic Bluetooth earbuds. No Gemini, no Galaxy AI, no Live Translate. That compatibility score of 65/100 tells the story: Apple ecosystem or bust.
At $249, with a lowest recorded price of $249, you're paying full price right now. The "Fair price" momentum label and yellow signal suggest no urgency. These will likely see holiday discounts.
Bottom line: Buy without hesitation if you're an iPhone user — these are the best earbuds available. Android users should look at Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Galaxy Buds 4 Pro instead.
Pros & cons
What we like
- Best-in-class ANC for earbuds
- Heart rate tracking during workouts
- Live Translation for face-to-face conversations
- Hearing aid feature (FDA approved)
- Improved 8-hour battery with ANC
What could be better
- Best experience limited to Apple devices
- Live Translation in beta at launch
- No lossless Bluetooth codec support
- Premium price in the earbuds market
Key features
Who is this for?
Best for
iPhone users who want the best ANC earbuds with health tracking, translation, and hearing aid capabilities built in.
Not ideal for
Android users who want full AI features, or audiophiles seeking lossless codec support.
How it scores
Review scores
Specifications
| driver | Custom Apple driver with H3 chip |
|---|---|
| anc | 2x ANC (4x vs original AirPods Pro) |
| battery | 8 hours (ANC on), 30+ hours with case |
| water_resistance | IP57 |
| connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 + Apple U2 chip |
| features | Heart rate tracking, Live Translation, Hearing Aid mode |
Compatibility
Works as basic Bluetooth earbuds on Android. AI features require iPhone.
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