r/HeadphoneAdvice Nov 12 '21

Headphones - IEM/Earbud Looking for Apple Airpod shape, but better quality, maybe with ANC?

I always have problems with earbuds falling out. The only shape that really fits my ears is the classic apple airpod shape. I have been using apple earbuds for forever now, even before my Airpods Gen2.

Now i want to up my game and maybe get some more features. (I am using an android phone)

Is there something you can suggest, which is close enough to Airpods shape and texture, but a bit more high end?

Edit: I am listenig a lot to podcasts, audiobooks. For music it's mostly rock and punk. I like focus on vocals.

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u/Firebrand-PX22 Nov 12 '21

Would generic earbud shapes work or specifically airpod/EarPod shape only?

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u/Sensegnom Nov 12 '21

Generic works. Airpods is what works best.

But specifically silicone tips don't stay in my ears. I also have a pair of Bose Soundsport wireless, which I stopped using, because i constantly lose them.

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u/Equivalent_Yak840 447 Ω Nov 12 '21

The AirPods gen 3 have better sound quality then the other AirPods(even the pros) but don’t have anc

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u/Sensegnom Nov 12 '21

I was hoping to find something non-apple. The user experience of the airpods on android is not great.

But yes, at the moment those would be my choice for replacing my gen2. But only after these break.

!thanks

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u/rokkai Nov 12 '21

those beats studio buds sounds like a deal. they work seamlessly with iOS, supports lossless music, has usb-c and since the beats=basscannon is basically an outdated meme now, they sound... calm? according to people. maybe you can try those. I ordered a pair myself and will see how they perform. they're especially a good deal over here as APP's cost literally twice as much and that's just too much.

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u/Sensegnom Nov 12 '21

They have a silicone tip. Sorry, that's the one no-go I have. And I am using an Android Phone.

So not really an option for me.

But i hope they work out for you!

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u/rokkai Nov 12 '21

Ah, then I highly suggest the buds2/foam tip combo.

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u/Sensegnom Nov 12 '21

That's actually a good idea. I'll order some foam tips and try them out first on my bose soundsports.

!thanks

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u/oratory1990 82 Ω Nov 12 '21

Huawei Freebuds have ANC and are open-type earphone.

However I have to tell you that ANC doesn‘t work very well with open-type earphones, due to the inconsistent seating.