Apple EarPods MWTY3AM/A
The ear geometry-defined design and engineered speakers deliver deeper bass and high-quality audio with minimal sound loss, a distinct departure from traditional circular earbuds. The built-in Lightning connector remote offers seamless control over music, calls, and volume, paired with sweat and water resistance for daily durability. These are best for iPhone users seeking a reliable, wired backup pair for clear calls and casual listening without battery concerns.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (99th percentile) 99th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Codecs | Apple EarPods Headphones with Lightning Connector, Wired Ear Buds for iPhone with Built-in Remote to Control Music, Phone Calls, and Volume |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | Lightning |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | Lightning |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple EarPods MWTY3AM/A | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 28 | 24 | 26 | 18 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | Yes | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple EarPods MWTY3AM/A | 29 | 34.9 | 33.5 | 26.9 | 46.2 | 71.4 | 17.3 | 99.1 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.7 | 99 | 78.2 | 93.4 | 99.1 | 66.4 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.7 | 99.8 | 78.7 | 86.6 | 74.7 | 71.4 | 99.1 | 94.4 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.6 | 71.7 | 93.4 | 99.6 | 86.7 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 96.7 | 89.8 | 78.7 | 96.1 | 46.2 | 93.4 | 97.8 | 94.4 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.7 | 95.5 | 71.4 | 99.3 | 86.7 |
Usage Scores
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