Earphones
The Standard
Apple
AirPods Pro 3
Complete iPhone-focused flagship with improved ANC, calls, fit, and battery.
$249 USD
Specifications
- Audio Technology
- Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Active Noise Cancellation Adaptive Audio 1 Transparency mode 2 Conversation Awareness 1 Voice Isolation 3 Personalized Volume 4 Loud Sound Reduction Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking 5 Adaptive EQ Studio-quality audio recording Vent system for pressure equalization
- Hearing Health
- Hearing Test 6 Hearing Aid 6 Automatic Conversation Boost when using Hearing Aid feature 7 Hearing Protection 8
- Live Translation
- Live Translation for communicating across languages 9
- Sensors
- Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Skin-detect sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Heart rate sensor for workouts 10 Touch control
- Chip
- Apple H2 headphone chip Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip in MagSafe Charging Case
- Controls
- Press once to play or pause media Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute 11 Press once for camera remote 12 Press twice to end a call Press twice to skip forward Press three times to skip back Press and hold to switch between listening modes Swipe up or down to adjust volume Say just “Siri” 13 or “Hey Siri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions Siri interactions 4
- Dust, Sweat, and Water Resistant 14
- Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP57): AirPods Pro and charging case
- Size and Weight (Each) 15
- 0.76 inch (19.2 mm) 1.22 inches (30.9 mm) Height: 1.22 inches (30.9 mm) Width: 0.76 inch (19.2 mm) Depth: 1.06 inches (27.0 mm) Weight: 0.20 ounce (5.55 grams) 2.45 inches (62.2 mm) 1.86 inches (47.2 mm) 0.86 inch (21.8 mm) Height: 1.86 inches (47.2 mm) Width: 2.45 inches (62.2 mm) Depth: 0.86 inch (21.8 mm) Weight: 1.55 ounces (43.99 grams)
- Charging Case
- Works with MagSafe charger, Apple Watch charger, Qi‑certified chargers, or USB‑C connector Includes a speaker for use with Find My 16
- AirPods Pro 3
- Up to 8 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled (up to 7.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled) 17 Up to 6.5 hours of listening time on a single charge with heart rate sensing during workouts 18 Up to 10 hours of listening time on a single charge in Transparency using the Hearing Aid feature 19
- AirPods Pro 3 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) 20
- Up to 24 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled 21 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time 22
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology
- In the Box
- AirPods Pro 3 MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) with speaker and lanyard loop Silicone ear tips (five sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L) Documentation USB‑C Charge Cable sold separately
- Accessibility
- Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their AirPods Pro. Features include: Hearing Test 6 Hearing Aid 6 Automatic Conversation Boost when using Hearing Aid feature 7 Hearing Protection 8 Live Listen audio 23 Headphone levels Headphone Accommodations
- System Requirements
- iPhone models with the latest version of iOS iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS Apple Watch models with the latest version of watchOS Mac models with the latest version of macOS Apple TV models with the latest version of tvOS Apple Vision Pro with the latest version of visionOS AirPods can be used as wireless Bluetooth headphones with Apple devices using earlier software and with non‑Apple devices, but functionality may be limited.
- AirPods Pro 3 are designed to reduce environmental impact: 24
- See the AirPods Pro 3 Product Environmental Report (PDF) (opens in new window)
- Progress toward Apple 2030
- Apple 2030 is our commitment to be carbon neutral for our entire carbon footprint. Our plan to decarbonize products is rigorous and focuses on transitioning to low-carbon electricity, designing with recycled and low-carbon materials, and prioritizing lower-carbon ways of shipping products, like ocean freight. See Apple's commitment
- Materials
- AirPods Pro 3 are made with 40% recycled content, 25 including: 100% recycled aluminum in the hinge 100% recycled cobalt and 95% recycled lithium in the battery 100% recycled gold plating and tin solder in all Apple-designed printed circuit boards 100% recycled copper wire in the inductive charger 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets 65% recycled plastic in the case
- Packaging
- 100% fiber-based packaging 26 We designed the AirPods Pro 3 box to be smaller than AirPods Pro 2 boxes, enabling 25% more units shipped per trip. 27
- Energy
- 40% of manufacturing electricity for AirPods Pro 3 is sourced from renewable electricity 28 Meets U.S. Department of Energy requirements for battery charger systems 29
- Waste
- No established final assembly sites generate waste sent to landfill as part of Apple’s Zero Waste Program 30
- Smarter chemistry 31
- All of the materials used in Apple products, accessories, and packaging are covered by the requirements of our Regulated Substances Specification , which was one of the first in industry to restrict the use of key substances of concern. See the latest Environmental Progress Report to understand Apple’s recent efforts in phasing out these chemistries.
Apple
AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
Open-fit AirPods alternative with ANC and Apple-focused everyday convenience.
Not verified
Others
Bose
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Strong ANC-oriented sealed earphones with broad Android and iOS appeal.
$249 USD
Performance & comparison
Maximum noise reduction
- US reference status
- Multiple current comparisons recognize it as a leading direct premium alternative.
- Listening and control
- Current reviews characterize its ANC as exceptionally aggressive with warm, bass-forward sound.
- Fit and daily use
- Reported silicone sealing design aids stability, though tested battery life is modest.
- Connected experience
- Reported multipoint, adjustable EQ, and customizable controls support mixed-platform use.
Exact official US product-page evidence was not retrieved.
Sony
WF-1000XM6
Premium cross-platform in-ears emphasizing battery life, tuning, and codec flexibility.
$329.99 USD
Performance & comparison
Cross-platform sound tuning
- US reference status
- Current comparisons identify it as a prominent premium AirPods Pro alternative.
- Listening and control
- Reported ANC reduction, LDAC support, granular EQ, and long tested runtime indicate strong performance.
- Fit and daily use
- Reported nine-hour-plus ANC runtime and multipoint improve routine charging practicality.
- Connected experience
- LDAC, multipoint, Android, and iOS support favor mixed-device ownership.
Exact official US product-page evidence was not retrieved.
Sony
WF-1000XM5
Mature, flexible ANC earphones with unresolved current US generation status.
Not verified
Performance & comparison
Codec-flexible listening
- US reference status
- Independent roundup retains it as a practical performance crossover.
- Listening and control
- Independent roundup cites strong ANC and codec flexibility.
- Fit and daily use
- Roundup characterizes it as performance-minded and practical.
- Connected experience
- Independent roundup specifically notes a mature companion app.
Official US availability and successor status remain unverified.
Bowers & Wilkins
Pi8
Premium sound-led earphones emphasizing upgraded drivers and materials.
Not verified
Performance & comparison
Sound-first listeners
- US reference status
- Specialist roundup recognizes it as a premium category contender.
- Listening and control
- Specialist roundup praises advanced drivers and confident cleaner sound.
- Fit and daily use
- Roundup notes upgraded materials but provides little fit evidence.
- Connected experience
- Retrieved coverage offers little platform, accessibility, or support detail.
Current US availability and daily-use testing were not independently verified.
Technics
EAH-AZ100
Premium all-purpose alternative with unusually long claimed ANC endurance.
Not verified
Performance & comparison
Long ANC sessions
- US reference status
- Current roundup includes it among premium wireless earphone alternatives.
- Listening and control
- Current roundup identifies it as an ANC-enabled all-purpose option.
- Fit and daily use
- Roundup claims over twelve hours with ANC enabled.
- Connected experience
- Available coverage provides limited setup, switching, and support detail.
Exact US listing and independent exact-model testing were not retrieved.
Google
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Android-focused buds with strong ecosystem relevance but thin exact-model evidence.
Not verified
Performance & comparison
Pixel and Gemini users
- US reference status
- Current roundup identifies Google ecosystem and Gemini focus.
- Listening and control
- Comparative coverage names it among close flagship rivals.
- Fit and daily use
- Current roundup cites approximately eight-hour ANC battery life.
- Connected experience
- Roundup specifically identifies Google ecosystem and Gemini integration.
Official US availability and exact current specifications were not retrieved.
Performance & comparison
Long battery value
- US reference status
- Independent review recognizes value performance, not reference adoption.
- Listening and control
- Review praises sound while identifying weaker ANC and microphones.
- Fit and daily use
- Review reports five ear-tip sizes and strong battery life.
- Connected experience
- Stem design is documented, but platform integration remains insufficiently evidenced.
Noise cancellation and microphone quality trail its sound and battery strengths.
Performance & comparison
Low-cost daily listening
- US reference status
- Current comparisons position it as practical, not reference-leading.
- Listening and control
- A current comparison selects it for sub-$100 everyday listening.
- Fit and daily use
- Everyday-alternative positioning supports general daily utility, with limited fit evidence.
- Connected experience
- Supplied sources do not substantiate platform integration details.
Exact US availability and independent technical testing were not retrieved.
Performance & comparison
Budget everyday ANC
- US reference status
- Current expert roundup recognizes practical affordable everyday value.
- Listening and control
- Roundup inclusion supports competent listening, but offers few test details.
- Fit and daily use
- Budget roundup cites comfort and waterproofing as expected category benefits.
- Connected experience
- No supplied evidence verifies platform integration or switching behavior.
Exact US listing and detailed current testing were not retrieved.
Jabra
Elite 10
Established call-focused premium earphones, but current US status is unverified.
Not verified
Performance & comparison
Calls, if verified available
- US reference status
- Comparative coverage lists it, without substantiated US reference adoption.
- Listening and control
- The comparison characterizes calls as its intended strength.
- Fit and daily use
- No exact-model comfort, controls, or charging evidence was supplied.
- Connected experience
- No current platform integration or support evidence was supplied.
No exact official US listing or successor verification was supplied.
Performance & comparison
Situational awareness
- US reference status
- Open-ear use is independently recognized, without reference-status evidence.
- Listening and control
- Open design prioritizes ambient awareness over isolated listening.
- Fit and daily use
- Open-ear format supports awareness during routine surroundings.
- Connected experience
- No exact-model evidence covers software integration or support.
Official current US availability and successor status are unverified.
Performance & comparison
Discounted ANC listening
- US reference status
- Current roundup inclusion supports relevance, not category-reference adoption.
- Listening and control
- Comparative inclusion suggests usable performance without detailed cited observations.
- Fit and daily use
- Affordable-earbud roundup supports routine use, with no fit specifics.
- Connected experience
- Supplied evidence does not document setup, switching, or accessibility.
US availability and exact-model performance details remain unverified.