Huawei FreeBuds Pro 3 Review: Exceptional Sound and Design

While Huawei is renowned for its smartphones, the company is making a mark in the headphone segment with products like the FreeBuds Pro 3. These in-ear headphones are not just about style but deliver an exceptional audio experience.

This review will highlight the best features of Huawei’s FreeBuds Pro 3 and point out some areas for improvement.

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The Best of Huawei’s FreeBuds Pro 3:

  • Attractive and Comfortable Design: The FreeBuds Pro 3’s ergonomic design ensures a comfortable fit for long listening sessions. The sleek green finish, with a mirror-like effect, is aesthetically pleasing.
  • Sound Quality: Equipped with dual drivers and a new magnet matrix, the FreeBuds Pro 3 offers an impressive audio experience. The headphones deliver clear trebles and rich, punchy bass, resulting in a detailed and immersive sound.
Huawei's Freebuds Pro 3 headphones
  • Effective Noise Cancellation: Huawei’s Intelligent ANC 3.0 uses adaptive noise cancellation to adjust to your surroundings in real-time. This feature enables a disconnect-from-the-world experience during music playback, making the active cancellation one of the best in in-ear headphones.
  • Dual Connection: The dual connection feature allows the FreeBuds to be connected to two devices simultaneously. Switching between devices is seamless, fast, and efficient.
Huawei's Freebuds Pro 3 headphones

Areas for Improvement:

  1. Fingerprint Magnet: While the mirror-like detail on the protective case and the headphone finish adds to their appeal, they are prone to fingerprints, requiring frequent cleaning.
  2. Gesture Controls Learning Curve: The gesture controls of the FreeBuds Pro 3 may take some time to learn, both in terms of the available actions and the precise touch locations for control.
  3. Battery Life: Although the FreeBuds Pro 3 provides a minimum of 4 hours of uninterrupted playback, some competitors offer better battery life.
Huawei's Freebuds Pro 3 headphones

Price and Availability:

Huawei’s FreeBuds Pro 3 is available for €199.90 in Spain, and there is a limited-time promotion available. Using the exclusive code “AELOUTPUTFB3” in the official store, customers can receive a free Band 8 activity bracelet along with their purchase. This promotion is valid until November 30.

In conclusion, the Huawei FreeBuds Pro 3 offers an excellent balance of design and sound quality, with notable noise cancellation features. While it has some minor drawbacks, it’s a strong contender in the in-ear headphone market.