New AirPods Pro: Comparison with Competitors

Apple has finally moved to the next level by introducing a new version of wireless headphones with

noise reduction function and plus with protection againstwater. Therefore, do not be surprised if in the near future you will see in your gym people in headphones who will not hear you, no matter how you try to scream to them.

AirPods Pro

A detailed review of the new Apple AirPods Pro we wrotehere. As you know, headphones also have a Transparent mode, which is characterized by the fact that part of the ambient noise is skipped. Naturally, the price of a new accessory with an updated design has increased. In Russia, their cost is 20,990 rubles. In an American store, the price is $ 199. But still, it's lower than the $ 250 that Apple asks for PowerBeats Pro.

Amazon Echo Buds

Sony WF-1000XM3 are direct competitorsnew AirPods Pro. Now their cost is $ 230. Amazon Echo Bud Headphones can also be considered a popular budget alternative. They also have a Bose noise reduction feature that doesn't fully adjust the surrounding noise, but is still better than headphones that just try to physically isolate sounds like Galaxy Buds. It is worth noting that in 2020, Bose will present its headphones with a patented noise reduction technology, which, as expected, will be on top of the entire iceberg.

Active noise reduction
Battery
Special features

Apple AirPods Pro ($ 249)
Yes
4.5 hours with noise canceling enabled
5 hours when the noise canceling function is off

  • IPX4 splash and moisture resistant
  • voice assistant Siri
  • touch control

Apple AirPods 2 ($ 199 with charging case)
Not
5 o'clock

  • voice assistant Siri

Sony WF-1000XM3 ($ 230)
Yes
6 hours when the noise canceling function is on
8 hours with the noise canceling function turned off

  • integration with Google Assistant
  • touch control

Amazon Echo Buds ($ 130)
Bose Noise Reduction Technology
5 o'clock

  • IPX4 splash and moisture resistant
  • Support Alex, Google Assistant, Siri
  • touch control

As you can see, Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones are stillare the best option if you are looking for the best version of active noise canceling wireless headphones. They work longer, but AirPods Pro is more resistant to sweat and water during training, while Amazon's Echo Buds are also a good option.