Beats Fit Pro vs Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Two makers, one class, one decision: the Beats Fit Pro from Beats or the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro from Samsung. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro wins more of the areas that we compared (1 of 3), and its most convincing lead is in battery & charging. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro also costs $50 more at launch, which raises the bar for what it needs to deliver.
At a glance
- Sound & Noise Cancelling Tie
- Battery & Charging Galaxy Buds 3 Pro wins
- Features & Connectivity Tie
- Price Beats Fit Pro wins
- Sound & Noise Cancelling10.0
- Battery & Charging1.4
- Sound & Noise Cancelling10.0
- Battery & Charging3.6
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has a tougher IP57 rating
On water resistance, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro posts IP57 against IPX4 for the Beats Fit Pro, a gap big enough to feel in everyday use. Water resistance ratings describe lab conditions and don’t make the pair safe for swimming unless stated.
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The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has 2 h more total battery with the case
On battery (with case), the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro edges out the Beats Fit Pro, 26 h to 24 h. A bigger total means fewer case charges per week, a small but real convenience.
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The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has
This is one of the widest gaps in the whole comparison: 1.64 oz for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro versus 1.94 oz for the Beats Fit Pro. A lighter case is easier to carry in a pocket or a small bag.
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The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has wireless charging
Missing features are easy to overlook when you buy and hard to live without later. The Beats Fit Pro skips this one. If you already own a wireless pad, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro fits right into your routine.
Design & Size
Their weights are close enough to treat as identical in daily use.
Fit & Build
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | In-ear with wingtips | In-ear with blade stem |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP57 (winner) |
| Weight (per earbud / headset) | 0.20 oz | 0.19 oz |
| Case weight | 1.94 oz | 1.64 oz (winner) |
Sound & Noise Cancelling
Too close to call
Call the sound & noise cancelling round a draw. Don’t let sound & noise cancelling decide this one; look at the other sections instead.
Battery & Charging
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro leads
The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro edges the battery & charging section, though the Beats Fit Pro stays close. Choose the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and you get 2 h more total battery with the case. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro’s case holds more extra charge, which is handy on trips. If this section decides it for you, choose the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.
Battery (with case)
Beats Fit Pro: 24 h Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: 26 h Total battery with the case tells you how long you can go before plugging anything in.
Wireless charging
Beats Fit Pro: no Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: yes Wireless charging is slower than a cable, but it’s about convenience rather than speed.
Features & Connectivity
Too close to call
On features & connectivity, the Beats Fit Pro and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are effectively level. On features & connectivity alone, you can’t go far wrong with either.
Full Specifications
Sound & Noise Cancelling
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Driver size | N/A (not specified) | 0.41 in |
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Spatial audio | Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking | 360 Audio (head tracking) |
| Bluetooth codecs | N/A (not specified) | SSC (incl. UHQ 24-bit/96 kHz), AAC, SBC, LC3 |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (single charge)Manufacturer rating, ANC on where available | 6 h | 6 h |
| Battery (with case)Manufacturer rating | 24 h | 26 h (winner) |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes (winner) |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Features & Connectivity
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Class 1 Bluetooth (Apple H1 chip) | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Heart-rate sensing | No | No |
| Controls | Physical button on each earbud | Pinch and swipe on stem |
Fit & Build
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | In-ear with wingtips | In-ear with blade stem |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP57 (winner) |
| Weight (per earbud / headset) | 0.20 oz | 0.19 oz |
| Case weight | 1.94 oz | 1.64 oz (winner) |
Price
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $200 (winner) | $250 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
The Beats Fit Pro came in $50 lower than the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, a sizable gap of 25%. The value question is simple: are a tougher IP57 rating and 2 h more total battery with the case worth $50 to you? If so, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro makes sense.
Based on US launch pricing as of July 2024. Deals and regional pricing can change the picture.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Beats Fit Pro if…
- you’re working to a firm budget and $50 matters
- you’re comfortable with how Beats does things
Choose the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro if…
- you work out hard or get caught in the rain (IP57 vs IPX4)
- you travel a lot and rarely want to charge the case (26 h vs 24 h)
- you want the lighter case (1.64 oz vs 1.94 oz)
- you want wireless charging
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Beats Fit Pro or the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
For most people, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the stronger choice, unless saving $50 matters more to you than the extras.
Does the Beats Fit Pro last longer on a charge than the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
The official battery figures don’t separate them; the Beats Fit Pro and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro land in almost the same place.
Which costs less, the Beats Fit Pro or the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
The Beats Fit Pro is the cheaper option, launching at $50 less than the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (launch prices as of July 2024).
Is the Beats Fit Pro lighter than the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
Neither by much. The Beats Fit Pro and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro weigh almost the same.
Executive Summary
Beats makes the Beats Fit Pro, Samsung makes the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and both want the same spot on your shortlist. Here’s where I land. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has a tougher IP57 rating, and for most people that’s not a small thing. Plus, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro gets 2 h more total battery with the case, which I wouldn’t overlook.
Match the strength to your habits (price for the Beats Fit Pro, battery & charging for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro), and you won’t go far wrong.
My pick: the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and I’d only look at the Beats Fit Pro if you’d rather keep $50 for something else.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.