What do reviews say about noise?

There is no ANC; Tom's Guide says the open design lets in a lot of noise.

What do reviews say about battery?

Tom's Guide measured about 6 hours per charge, an hour more than AirPods 2.

What do reviews say about fit?

Tom's Guide found the fit unstable, and What Hi-Fi? says it won't suit everyone.

Phones & Audio · Earbuds · 2,150 reviews · 4 sources

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation)

Best for: iPhone users who hate ear tipsMid-range

Easy, open-fit earbuds with spatial audio and balanced sound. No noise cancelling, and the fit does not suit every ear.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You dislike in-ear silicone tips
You use an iPhone daily

Skip if

You need noise cancelling
Buds often fall out of your ears

How it scores

Sound8.0

Battery7.0

Comfort6.3

Value6.0

Price

$179

You pay for: Launch price, no ANC included

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Spatial audioImmersive with Apple devices

Balanced soundClear and detailed

Easy to useSimple pairing and controls

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

No ANCOpen design lets noise in

FitNot secure for everyone

No volume on budsMust use phone or Siri

Reviewers disagree on

Battery longer than AirPods 2TechRadar wanted even more

Alternatives

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Sources

AI summary of public reviews, not a recommendation.