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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 1More Triple Driver earbuds are significantly less expensive than the Apple AirPods Max, providing good value if budget is a concern. They are earbuds with a closed design and include a microphone, but lack noise canceling. On the other hand, the Apple AirPods Max are high-end over-ear headphones with better sound isolation due to active noise cancellation and generally offer higher sound quality. The AirPods Max also have a microphone and are suitable if you're looking for premium headphones with advanced features. Consider the 1More if you need something affordable and portable, or the AirPods Max for top-tier audio and noise-cancellation in a headphone format. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 1More Triple Driver
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Apple Airpods Max
- Excellent for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.9
7.3
The 1More Triple Driver and Apple Airpods Max are both good for music, though the 1More Triple Driver is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.5
5.5
The 1More Triple Driver is very good for gaming, while the Apple Airpods Max is poor.
Phone Calls
5.0
6.6
The Apple Airpods Max is only fair for phone calls, while the 1More Triple Driver is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
8.0
The Apple Airpods Max is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 1More Triple Driver is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.7
The 1More Triple Driver is good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods Max is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
10.0
The Apple Airpods Max is best in class for noise reduction, while the 1More Triple Driver is only fair.
Battery
N/A
21.0 Hours
The 1More Triple Driver does not have a battery. The Apple Airpods Max has 21 hours of battery life.
Cost
$55
$549
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The 1More Triple Driver has a price of $55 and the Apple Airpods Max costs $549.
Build Quality
8.3
9.0
The Apple Airpods Max has excellent build quality, while the 1More Triple Driver has very good build quality.
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How the 1More Triple Driver and the Apple Airpods Max compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 1More Triple Driver | Apple Airpods Max |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$55 | $549 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 1More | Apple | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 21 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 10/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.3/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 385.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Adam Molina | April 2022
"For under $99 USD this has a good sound that, when paired with the build quality and design, makes for a solid pair of everyday buds. Should you get them? If you’re tired of buying cheap earbuds and want to treat yourself to something a little nicer, I say go for it."
Apple Airpods Max
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Adam Molina | July 2023
"Objectively, the AirPods Max is a spectacular pair of headphones. I appreciate the smart features like auto-pause and the transparency mode are super practical. It also sounds great, is well-built, and has solid battery life."
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About 1More
Music lovers, young or old, frugal or affluent, deserve to hear music as it was meant to be heard, as the artist intended it to be heard. Everyone deserves to hear more. That’s how 1More, a China based company, describes their mission. Their products are all tuned by Luca Bignardi, a sound engineer who’s worked side by side with artists such as Eros Ramazzotti, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, in an effort to offer premium quality audio devices at midrange prices.
About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
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