Apple Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds Pro 3,Active Noise Cancellation,Bluetooth5.3 in Ear

The Aipods Pro 3 deliver shockingly good noise canceling and battery life for under $100. The sound is bass-forward and fun but not for purists, and the build feels cheap. If ANC and stamina top your list, these are a bargain.

Let's get the name out of the way first: these are not Apple earbuds. The branding is, let's say, creative. But for $40 to $95 depending on where you grab them, the Aipods Pro 3 actually bring a surprising amount to the table. The headline features are active noise canceling that punches above its price and a battery that just won't quit, with 8 hours in the buds and another 32 in the case. Throw in IPX7 water resistance and you've got a budget pair that handles commutes, workouts, and long days without a charge cord in sight.

They lean hard into bass, though. The 13mm driver and DSP tuning deliver a thumpy, energetic sound that makes pop and hip hop feel alive. But if you crave a flat, reference-style signature, these aren't it. The fit is secure for most, yet the build quality feels distinctly budget, and comfort over multiple hours gets iffy. Still, for ANC and battery on a shoestring, they make a solid case.

In our testing, the noise canceling sits at the 84th percentile, a standout for the price. It gobbles up low-end rumble from buses and office chatter, and transparency mode lets you hear announcements without yanking them out. Battery life is even better, landing in the top 13% of all earbuds we've tested. Sound is a mixed bag: it's exciting and full, with deep bass and clear vocals, but the low-end emphasis can trample mids on busy tracks. The mic is average at 66th percentile, fine for calls in quiet rooms but struggling in wind. Build and comfort are the weak spots, both below the 30th percentile. The plastic case feels light and cheap, and while the eartips seal well, the bulbous shape starts to grate after an hour or two.

If ANC and battery are your top priorities and you don't want to spend over $100, these are a steal. The noise canceling and longevity rival buds in the $150 range, and the IPX7 rating adds peace of mind for workouts. You're giving up premium build, pristine balance, and codec support, but for commuters and bass fans on a budget, the trade-off is a no-brainer.

Against the Soundcore P31i, the Aipods Pro 3 offer better battery and similar ANC, but Soundcore's app with EQ customization evens out the bass response if you're not into the out-of-box thump. The EarFun Air Pro 4+ provide a more balanced sound and sturdier build for a few bucks more, so they're worth the stretch if you hate overly warm signatures. For gym rats, the JBL Endurance Peak 4's ear-hook design wins on stability during intense movement. And if you're eyeing the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro, that's a different league entirely in build, soundstage, and features, at triple the price.

Look elsewhere if you need a balanced sound signature for acoustic, classical, or vocal-heavy music. The bass-heavy tuning isn't forgiving and will mask detail. If build quality matters to you or you plan to wear them for marathon sessions, the cheap plastic and so-so comfort will annoy you fast. Gym-goers who want unshakeable stability during burpees should grab the JBL Endurance Peak 4 instead.

Pick these up if you commute daily, love bass-heavy music, and can't stand dead batteries. They nail ANC and stamina for the price, and the IPX7 rating means you won't sweat the weather. Just don't expect premium materials or a sound profile that audiophiles will cozy up to. For the money, they're a solid, thumpy workhorse.