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Are Apple AirPods Pro worth it?

Posted on 11/19/22 at 9:52 pm
Posted by braves21
Member since Sep 2022
509 posts
Posted on 11/19/22 at 9:52 pm
Makes me think I should've gone Android because Google and Sony make fine products (Google Pixel Buds Pro) but with an iPhone I feel like it's a mistake if I don't get the Apple product.

Here's what I'm looking at:

Google Pixel Buds Pro (Amazon)

Sony LinkBuds S (Amazon)

and of course the Apple AirPods Pro.

Which of these three should I get? rank em for me.
Posted by Sherman Klump
Wellman College
Member since Jul 2011
4457 posts
Posted on 11/19/22 at 10:37 pm to
Idk. AirPods are awesome.
Posted by Ricardo
Member since Sep 2016
4888 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 5:45 am to
I regret purchasing the airpod pros. I barely use them. The reason isn't because of sound quality (it's good.) It's because they fall out of my ears at the slightest movement. I have to jam them in there to such an uncomfortable degree that I dislike using them.

I bought a cheap bluetooth set of earbuds that I use more often.
Posted by I Love Bama
Alabama
Member since Nov 2007
37715 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 6:22 am to
If it's for the gym, sure.

However, I gave away my Sony Headphones

The Sony ones are much better quality in all aspects.
Posted by yudaman
Central Texas
Member since Aug 2005
360 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 6:47 am to
Honestly, I liked my original AirPods better. I have't tried the 3rd gen AirPods.

The main reason for this is thee shape of the originals fit my ears much better. I had to buy aftermarket tips for my AirPod pros because they would not stay in my ears with the included Apple tips. The aftermarket tips were a significant fit improvement, but the idea of buying a new set of AirPod Pros and immediately having to buy a set of aftermarket tips just seems silly. I should have sent them back, but was determined to find a way to make them fit my ears.

The sound quality of the Pros is fine as is the active noise cancellation. However, neither is as good as it could be for me due to the fit issue. Even with the aftermarket tips, they just don't create a good tight seal in my ear, so the sound quality and noise cancellation features are not optimal for me.

Everyone's ear shape/structure is obviously different, but the design of the AirPod Pros just isn't optimal for mine. YMMV but I'd try before you buy.
Posted by Chimlim
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Jul 2005
17712 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 8:49 am to
Yes. I had a hard time justifying the cost, but I eventually just went with it.

They are absolutely 100% worth it.

I use them for both home and work purposes. I listen to music anytime I work outside, and I don't miss a call or a text. I can tell siri to open/close my garage if I'm going back and forth. At work I use them for zoom meetings, phone calls, and music.

I've had my Airpods Pro for 2 years, I use them everyday, and I have zero interest in any other headphones. By far the best Apple device I have.
Posted by prplhze2000
Parts Unknown
Member since Jan 2007
51406 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 9:50 am to
Yup. Especially when on sale
Posted by whiskey over ice
Member since Sep 2020
3262 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 2:20 pm to
quote:

I regret purchasing the airpod pros. I barely use them. The reason isn't because of sound quality (it's good.) It's because they fall out of my ears at the slightest movement. I have to jam them in there to such an uncomfortable degree that I dislike using them.


they come with 3 sets of plugs or whatever you want to call them. have you tried using the largest?


I use mine everyday. I have an Apple TV, Mac, iPhone, and iPad. you can pretty much just put them in and start using a device and it'll connect. on the Mac and Apple TV you have to click a button. sound is good, they charge quick, are way more comfortable than the regular AirPods.
This post was edited on 11/20/22 at 2:23 pm
Posted by KajunKouyon
White Castle, LA
Member since Jun 2012
2378 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 5:22 pm to
I just got the AirPod Gen 3 and absolutely love them. I didn’t go with the Pros because I hate having to shove the tips in my ears. It’s very uncomfortable to me. The Gen 3 fits perfect and don’t fall out somehow
Posted by jmon
Mandeville, LA
Member since Oct 2010
8415 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 5:55 pm to
My AirPods Pro with my iPhone, MacBook and AppleTv work seamlessly. If you are working in iOS environment, go the the AirPods pro.
Posted by Will Cover
St. Louis, MO
Member since Mar 2007
38546 posts
Posted on 11/20/22 at 10:00 pm to
quote:

Are Apple AirPods Pro worth it?


Yes, but as I later learned, I can't use any type of earbud that sits in my ear when working out. They caused my ears to sweat, and the skin on the inside of my ear would dry out (flake). This took me a while to figure out.

I moved away from the AirPods and my inner ear skin issue resolved itself.

Something to consider if you have sensitive skin like I do.
Posted by Footbaw
Fulshear, TX
Member since Oct 2015
424 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 5:38 am to
For those talking about AirPods slipping out of your ears due to sweat, try these: EarBuddyz Ear Hooks

I have the same sweat issue and with these my AirPods have never fallen out.
Posted by Carson123987
Middle Court at the Rec
Member since Jul 2011
66422 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 8:37 am to
Great for the gym
Posted by ruzil
Baton Rouge
Member since Feb 2012
16913 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 9:56 am to
quote:

Yes, but as I later learned, I can't use any type of earbud that sits in my ear when working out. They caused my ears to sweat, and the skin on the inside of my ear would dry out (flake). This took me a while to figure out.

I moved away from the AirPods and my inner ear skin issue resolved itself.

Something to consider if you have sensitive skin like I do.



I had the same exact experience with the apple airpods. I gave them away to family members and use trekz aftershokz instead.
Posted by Gings5
HTX
Member since Jul 2016
7973 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 10:22 am to
Yes the pros are worth it. I lift and run in them. They’re great.
Posted by 3deadtrolls
lafayette
Member since Jan 2014
5703 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 12:45 pm to
I had no idea how much I’d use them until my wife bought me a pair. Totally worth it.
Posted by Will Cover
St. Louis, MO
Member since Mar 2007
38546 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 1:06 pm to
quote:

use trekz aftershokz instead.


Same. Very good product.
Posted by griddle
Member since Jan 2017
142 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 3:25 pm to
I bought a pair of refurbished Pros from this site last year for Christmas. Come with a 1 year warranty and 30 day no questions asked money back guarantee.

I use them everyday for gym/life.

LINK
Posted by bengalman
In da Country
Member since Feb 2007
3184 posts
Posted on 11/21/22 at 11:02 pm to
Yes. Have the pros and use them constantly for running and yard work
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