OnePlus Buds 3

24 reviews

Mar, 2026

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sound (12)
price (9)
comfort (9)
design (9)
noise isolation (4)

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treble quality (1)
size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 reviews of OnePlus Buds 3. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the portability and price. The comfort and design also get good reviews, whereas comments are divided on the bass quality. There are some less positive reviews about the treble quality and size.

sound, design, comfort, price, portability

size, treble quality

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the OnePlus Buds 3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Lewis Painter (trustedreviews.com)

OnePlus Buds 3 Review

Even without the Pro branding, the OnePlus Buds 3 are pro-level true wireless earbuds without the associated cost.

Premium audio features ; Prominent bass ; Support for LHCD 5.0 ; Comfortable to wear

Middling ANC performance ; Battery life varies greatly

The OnePlus Buds 3 may not sport the Pro branding of their predecessors, but they’re still very much pro-level buds with excellent audio performance, premium smart features and solid – if not varying – battery life. They don’t always achieve their...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Tom Bedford (techradar.com)

OnePlus Buds 3 review: more than just a gift to receive with a OnePlus phone

Packing features, but the bass-heavy presentation won't please everyone

Flagship features in budget buds ; Lightweight design ; Impressive noise cancellation

Middling battery life ; Sound is too bass-heavy ; Slow to pair

The OnePlus Buds 3 arrive with a very reasonable price and rich set of features, as well as a slick look, comfortable fit, and strong active noise cancellation. However, the slightly overbearing bass, as well as a few issues with the general slickness...

May, 2024

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OnePlus Buds 3 review: budget friendly wireless earbuds with clout

If you want a decent pair of earbuds with good design, the OnePlus Buds 3 should be on your list

3D Audio is brilliant ; Beautiful design ; Slim case ; Fast charging

App is still poor ; Sound is good, not great

While the market for wireless earbuds is crawling with competition, getting the basics right is the first port of call. Great design, decent sound quality and a comfy fit? Check, check and check. For around £100, there are few better options out there.

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

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The OnePlus Buds 3 are lower-priced truly wireless in-ear headphones with noise cancelling. The manufacturer claims they offer ‘breathtaking, high-resolution audio', but what's the truth? We sent these headphones to the Which? test lab to find out....

Dec, 2024

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

OnePlus Buds 3 Review

The true wireless OnePlus Buds 3 earbuds deliver thunderous bass along with easily customizable audio and controls for a reasonable price.

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Nadeem Sarwar (slashgear.com)

OnePlus Buds 3 Review: Budget Earphones Stay Stuck - SlashGear

OnePlus Buds 3 make a value proposition that seems to hit just right -- but will you be missing the features you're not getting for a hundred bucks?

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Vanessa McCuaig (rtings.com)

OnePlus Buds 3: Lab Tested - RTINGS.com

The OnePlus Buds 3 are good for commuting and traveling. Thanks to their ANC system, they can block out a good amount of sound around you, from the rumbles of bus and plane engines to passenger chit-chat. They last nearly seven hours with their ANC on,...

Good overall noise isolation performance, comfortable and stable in-ear fit, graphic eq and presets available

No play/pause controls by default

Apr, 2024

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Expert review by : Preslav Kateliev (phonearena.com)

OnePlus Buds 3 review: light, comfortable, bland

OnePlus Buds 3 are out and they are... OK? The noise cancelation sounds more impressive on paper. And the audio quality is... fine.

Very light and comfortable ; Multipoint - connect to two devices ; Good battery life ; Low latency

Noise cancelation is weak ; Room for improvement in audio quality

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Jada Jones (zdnet.com)

I've tested dozens of earbuds, but this discounted OnePlus model is a mainstay for me

Released in 2024, the OnePlus Buds 3 can still compete with the best earbuds on the market. They're currently on sale for a limited time.

The OnePlus Buds 3 offer you just about every feature you could want in a pair of earbuds. For their affordable price, you'll receive adequate noise canceling, excellent audio quality, and all-day comfort.

Jun, 2025

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Expert review by : Sucharita Ganguly (gadgets.ndtv.com)

OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Review

OnePlus Nord Buds 3 offers a bass-heavy sound experience with muddied details.

Comfortable fit for long use ; IP55 rating ; Seamless dual connectivity ; battery life ; Looks good, comfortable fit ; IP55 Rating ; Dual connectivity ; battery life

Muddied sound, lack of details ; Unsatisfactory ANC ; No IP rating for the case ; No lossless codec support

It turns out there can be too much bass, especially if the overall tuning is off-balance. Granted, there is a lack of detail in the sound experience the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 offers, and the noise cancellation performance is inadequate. However, that may...

Sep, 2024

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