Experts recommend OnePlus Buds 3 more than Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer OnePlus Buds 3 over Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, but both Earbuds have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, OnePlus Buds 3 received 3 recommendations: from Forbes (19 Dec 2024), Android Central (4 Jan 2025) and Tom's Guide (9 Jan 2025). Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro was also endorsed 3 times: by Laptop Mag (17 Mar 2023), Android Central (4 Jan 2025) and Tom's Guide (9 Jan 2025). However, experts generally ranked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro lower than OnePlus Buds 3 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Earbuds | Forbes  | Rtings.com  | Laptop Mag  | What Hi-Fi  | Wirecutter  | Android Central  | The Verge  | Tom's Guide  | SoundGuys  | TechRadar  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | +1 | $92 |  OnePlus Buds 3 | 2 | - | - | - | - | 9 | - | 3 | - | - |
| 9 | +2 | $230 |  Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are wireless earbuds that offer excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit, making them a great choice for music lovers who want high-quality audio and effective noise cancellation. | - | - | 7 | - | - | 5 | - | 8 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 4 Jan 2025 Android Central ranked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as #5 and OnePlus Buds 3 as #9
Rank Earbuds Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Best for Samsung users... ... ... #9 out of 9 OnePlus Buds 3 Best valueSource: www.androidcentral.com - On 9 Jan 2025 Tom's Guide ranked OnePlus Buds 3 as #3 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as #8
Rank Earbuds Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 9 OnePlus Buds 3 $99 noise-cancellers with excellent Android integration... ... ... #8 out of 9 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Best ANC wireless earbuds for Galaxy phones... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 19 Dec 2024 Forbes ranked OnePlus Buds 3 as #2
Rank Earbuds Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 OnePlus Buds 3 Best Budget Wireless Earbuds... ... ... Source: www.forbes.com - On 17 Mar 2023 Laptop Mag ranked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as #7
Rank Earbuds Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 13 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro The essential wireless earbuds for Galaxy smartphone owners... ... ... Source: www.laptopmag.com
After counting and adding up the 82 expert endorsements of the January rankings, OnePlus Buds 3 outranks Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. This is not to say that Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is a bad option. Like OnePlus Buds 3, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, OnePlus Buds 3 outranks Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 3 positions. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, OnePlus Buds 3 is more critically acclaimed than Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
| Rank | Change | Price | Earbuds | Forbes | Rtings.com | Laptop Mag | What Hi-Fi | Wirecutter | Android Central | The Verge | Tom's Guide | SoundGuys | TechRadar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $298 |  Sony WF-1000XM5 The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds have received highly positive expert reviews for their sound quality, noise cancellation capabilities, comfort, battery life, connectivity features, and additional features, making them a top choice for premium true wireless earbuds. | - | 1 | - | 1 | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $279 |  Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are highly praised for their sound quality, noise cancellation, comfort, battery life, connectivity, and durability, making them a recommended choice for music enthusiasts who value strong bass and treble, effective noise cancellation, comfort for extended use, and durability for various activities. | 1 | - | - | 5 | - | 4 | 3 | 5 | - | 4 |
| 3 | - | $225 |  Apple AirPods Pro 2 The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are highly praised for their exceptional sound quality, advanced noise cancellation, comfortable design, and convenient features, making them a top choice for everyday use. | - | 7 | 2 | 7 | - | - | 5 | - | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | - | $149 |  Nothing Ear A | - | 3 | - | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 7
| Highest score by PCMag | 80 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by Trusted Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [22]
Total expert reviews: 22
- with a score: 17
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by 9to5google.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 22 reviews | 83 |
| Lowest score by What Hi-Fi | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Dual Dynamic Drivers - Experience deep bass and crisp highs with 10.4mm woofers and 6mm tweeters, enhanced by BassWave️ technology.
- Personalized Audio Experience - Tailor your audio experience with OnePlus Audio ID 2.0, which creates a custom sound profile based on your unique hearing.
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From Seller:
- Includes 1 year limited manufacturer warranty
- THEY SAY “HOLA,” YOU HEAR “HELLO”: Now you can communicate freely with someone in another language; Use the Interpreter feature on your Galaxy phone to hear real-time translations through your Galaxy Buds during face-to-face conversations¹
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