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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beats Solo 3 is better for you if you prefer over-ear headphones with high build quality and foldability for easy transport. They also provide a longer battery life and are optimized for Apple devices. However, they are less comfortable and have lower performance for calls and meetings than Raycon The Everyday Earbuds. On the other hand, Raycon's earbuds are more comfortable, offer better sound quality for calls, and are more suitable for exercise given their small size, sweatproof certification, and secure fit with included accessories. They also provide a compact case with wireless charging, whereas the Beats Solo 3 does not support this feature. If you prioritize comfort, exercise suitability, and call quality at a typically lower price, choose Raycon; but select Beats if you value battery life, Apple optimization, and over-ear headphone benefits. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Solo 3
- The Beats Solo 3 has no clear advantages over the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds.
Advantages of the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
- Good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
5.3
7.2
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good for gaming, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8
4.9
The Beats Solo 3 and Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Beats Solo 3 is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.6
7.2
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good for TV and video, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.5
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair for noise reduction, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Battery
41.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Beats Solo 3 has 41.5 hours of battery life. The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$117
$80
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Beats Solo 3 has a price of $117 and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds costs $80.
Build Quality
8.0
9.0
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has excellent build quality, while the Beats Solo 3 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.3
6.4
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds and Beats Solo 3 are both only fair for music.
Phone Calls
4.7
4.6
The Beats Solo 3 and Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are both poor for phone calls.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Solo 3 | Raycon The Everyday Earbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$117 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Raycon | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2016 | September 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.7/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 41.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 4.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 5.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 213.1 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Lily Katz | May 2023
"The Beats Solo3 Wireless is an old set of headphones but still works reliably well with iPhones, due to W1 chip integration and AAC support. The Beats Solo3 Wireless holds up well today with just a few features showing its age."
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Parker Hall | January 2023
"Sure, every influencer owns these buds. They’re still pretty good. In this price range, getting anything that seals well in your ears for good soundstage, doesn’t sound like trash, and won’t immediately break is a huge win. The Everyday Buds tick all of those boxes for me, and I intend to use them at least nearly every day; I go to the gym on alternating evenings. Damn it, YouTube. You've cost me good money again."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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