Real owners lean toward the Apple AirPods Pro 3: 51% of 343 owners recommend it, vs 36% of 76 for the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC.
Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score
“Soundcore once again showing why they're the kings.”— @pickyaudio on YouTube
“My first gen soundcore went through the wash and dryer by accident in its case and still works flawlessly, im sold on this brand now.”— @inegma29 on YouTube
“This seems to be a bit better from the past, but still definitely not there.”— @FizzFizzFizzFizzFizz on YouTube
“Yea, I compared them to my xm5 (over ear headphones)… and not kidding, the ANC is better, and so are the low ends and bass. It’s actually insane”— Bokchoyk on Reddit
“I find that the new Airpods Pro 3 have a more secure fit, at least on my ears, and the ANC performance was better compared to the Airpods Pro 2.”— DagobietRTINGS on Reddit
“They hurt my ear holes. I can’t wear them”— djbdb on Reddit