The PerfectRec Earbuds or Headphones team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality in music and calls is more important to you, go for the Apple Airpods as they offer better overall sound. However, if price is a significant factor, Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are less expensive and still provide a good call and music experience. For exercise enthusiasts, both are sweatproof, but the open design of the bone conduction headphones allows for better situational awareness. The Airpods offer more convenience features like automatic ear detection, a smaller size for portability, and wireless charging. On the flip side, the open design of the Youthwhisper means they won't isolate noise as well as the Airpods. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Apple Airpods (3rd generation)
Good for music
Good for phone calls
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has no clear advantages over the Apple Airpods (3rd generation).
Key differences
Music
7.1/10
4.8/10
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
7.6/10
6.5/10
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is good for phone calls, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair.
Cost
$179
$36
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) has a price of $179 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
Build Quality
9.0/10
8.0/10
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) has excellent build quality, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has very good build quality.
"The Apple AirPods improves upon the 2019 model with its more ergonomic, yet unsealed, fit, water-resistant build, MagSafe charging case, and advanced software features. You can enjoy a wholly immersive movie experience with the new AirPods' spatial audio with head tracking, and enjoy HD audio during FaceTime calls. Of course, most of these features are limited to Apple hardware."
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
Get a great deal on the Apple Airpods (3rd generation) or the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
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.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you might be interested in
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
123,500
Recommendations made
18,525
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.