Anker B09CG3B9SW Soundcore by Anker Liberty 3 Pro Noise C (Open Box)
$69.99
Condition: New; Open Box
Top positive review
8 people found this helpful
Tech is Cool, But Fit is King
By Barrett Benton on Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024
This review begins with the end of something else: in my case, my Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro earbuds suddenly going from stereo to mono…largely for keeps. Not fun, since I largely liked the Buds, and I'd been through pretty much every iteration of Samsung's offerings since their first (which weren't much to write home about, but isn't almost everyone's first try?). This time, though, there wasn't anything from the company to upgrade to (yet), so I took on the arduous task of seeking out an alternative set of wireless buds that could closely match the 2 Pros without searing my budget…and it turns out the answer was sitting in front of me, and on the dresser in the next room: in front of me was a pair of Soundcore Space Q45 headphones I purchased over a year back while convalescing from an accident, and helped get me through some heavy post-surgical/PT routines. For over-the-ear BT phones, they're seriously hard to beat for the price. In the next room are a pair of Soundcore P3i wireless earbuds I got for my wife after she lost her pair of first-gen Samsung Buds (inherited from me), which she loves. That's two-for-two for Soundcore, so it seemed logical to see what they offered in their better in-ear stuff: I chose the Liberty 3 Pro. Very glad I did: while not the latest-and-greatest from Soundcore, I preferred the form-factor over something like the Liberty 4: besides not being crazy about the Apple-esque style and control layout, I felt the 3 Pro would offer a potentially better seal against the ear - a huge deal for me, since up until these buds I had yet to find earbuds that offered a proper seal for both ears, my right ear being especially troublesome. Thankfully, these buds offer a wide choice of eartips *and* "wings" for a stable, secure fit, which naturally makes a huge impact on sound quality and isolation from extraneous noise. And no wearing fatigue after upward of three hours' continuous wear. Sound quality is on-par with my Samsung buds, very close in terms of bass depth, with the Samsungs offering a trifle more impact but the Soundcores offering somewhat better bass definition…consider it a draw. Mid/high frequency response is very pleasant. And here's where, just as with the Q45s, I want to put heavy emphasis on Soundcore's HearID feature in their app: for me, it's crucial for getting the absolute best out of these buds in terms of sound quality, and it makes sense why - it's essentially a hearing test for creating a TRULY customized EQ based on your hearing acuity. You're not just shooting in the dark messing with sliders and hoping for the best. Yes, there's a bunch of "canned" presets to choose from if you'd rather cut to the chase and get on with just playing stuff, but trust me, taking the extra bit of time (not a lot) with HearID will likely be worth it. And: On top of this, for the Liberty Pro 3, there's HearID ANC - yes, not just ANC, but ANC tailored to your hearing sensitivity pretty much in the same vein as the standard HearID. I'm still playing with this function, but so far liking what I hear…or, rather, *don't* hear. Battery Life? Decidedly better than the Samsung (which is admittedly a somewhat low bar): I'm clocking somewhere between 5-6 hours, but keep in mind this is with all the bells & whistles engaged. And, speaking of bells & whistles: For me, at least, engaging LDAC is worth it Sound clarity for phone calls is very good on both ends, confirmed via many calls under assorted conditions. The Case: Works as advertised. Ergonomically, I can't say it's better or worse than other cases other buds have come with - all the ones I've used came with their own minor handling quirks which I quickly adjusted to. Wired and wireless charging works without issue. In all, very good value for money, and in my case a quite stable replacement for my Samsung buds. Recommended.
Top critical review
65 people found this helpful
Great in some ways, not in others
By NC Fan on Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022
I've been using these as my only ear buds for the past 6 months. I use them on average 2 hours a day; sometimes for 4 hours or more. There are some features that are worth considering on these earbuds, and some things that make me want to purchase another brand. Sound These earbuds sound great. The bass is strong when it needs to be, but not overwhelming at all. I listen to jazz, funk, and pop/rock from the 70s and 80s. The HearID Sound Test within the app customizes the equalizer separately for each ear and the resulting sound is much better for me than the default sound profile. In the past I've used Pixel Buds (the original, not the Pro), Pixel Buds A, and Sony Linkbuds. Anker sounds better than any of those, in my opinion. Phone Calls I make a few phone calls every day on my earbuds and one of the reasons I selected these is for their phone call quality. I often make calls using these buds while driving. Some of the people I talk with will not hesitate to tell me if my voice quality sucks (they have said so with other devices). No one has ever complained about voice quality using the Soundcore 3 Pro buds. My voice is always clear, even when I am in noisy environments. These buds outperform much more expensive buds like the Sony MX4 and Boise Quiet Comfort buds for phone calls in noisy environments, at least according to the Youtube reviews I've seen. The higher end buds don't focus on phone calls as much, apparently. ANC This is the first ANC capable device I have used, but it seems to work well for me. It blocks much, but not all, outside noise. I have flown with these earbuds and find that I am more relaxed on the plane. I guess the jet engine noise causes me low-level anxiety which I was unaware of. On a long drive with my two adult sons, I eventually needed a break from their music. I put in my buds with ANC on and found peace. It was wonderful. Touch Controls The touch controls are one of the most disappointing features, especially after using two models of Google Pixel buds. It often doesn't pick up on my touches. I can customize the touches, but the customization only works when I have both buds in. When I'm using only one bud, which I often do when listening to podcasts, the touch controls revert back to the default, which is annoying. Also, when I take a bud out of my ear, it is supposed to stop the music. It does for a second, but if I'm holding my bud in my hand, it thinks it's back in my ear. When I'm on a walk and stop to talk to a neighbor, I would like to remove one bud and have a conversation. But the music starts again soon after in the other ear. Case The case serves its purpose, but I have a very difficult time getting my average-sized (male) fingers in to pull out the earbuds. More on that later. Ear Wings This is my other big frustration with these buds. Over time, the ear wings get loose and start to slide around, not staying put on the earbud, making for a poor fit. No other manufacturer that I am aware of uses ear wings. They are not a plus. I've found on the Soundcore website where I can order replacement ear wings, but it says they are sold out. I'm currently using the next larger size, which decreases comfort. I think one of the reasons I have problems with the ear wings is that I can't get my fingers into the case to grab the buds. I end up grabbing an ear wing instead. I usually grab the right bud first, and the ear wing on that earbud is very loose (the left one doesn't slip around near as much). Once I get the right bud out of the case, it's easier to get the left one out without having to grab the ear wing. If you purchase these, I suggest you stick your finger between the buds in the case and 'push' them out rather than trying to grab them. I believe it will allow the ear wings to last longer. Battery I've almost never run low on battery for the buds. Wearing them 2 to 4 hours at a time, they have plenty of battery. Software App The app on my Android phone works well. There are some features that are confusing or hard to find, but overall it's a good app. You can take the custom sound profile it creates for you and alter it (more bass, different music styles, etc), but that function is not intuitive to find in the app. Overall, a great pair of ear buds. If I could get replacement ear wings, I would be a lot happier. If I can't, I may need to purchase another brand.
Sort by:
Filter by:
By -
Verified Amazon Purchase
Vine Customer Review of Free Product
Sorry, no reviews match your current selections.
Try clearing or changing some filters.Show all reviews
Show more reviews