Galaxy Buds 4 Pro
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Galaxy Buds 4 Pro

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574 Pros

69%
36 reviews (6h 56m)

257 Cons

70%

101 vs 43

Sound Quality

79%

129 vs 34

Controls and Features

68%

73 vs 35

Noise Cancellation

67%

33 vs 16

Battery Life

77%

50 vs 15

Comfort and Fit

Reviewer verdict

Pros Cons Index analysed 36 YouTube video reviews of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: it earns an Index score of 3.8/5, ranking #60 among True Wireless Earbuds. Reviewers most often praise its controls and features, sound quality, noise cancellation, while the most common criticisms concern sound quality, value for money.

Pros: The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro deliver a major audio upgrade, powered by a new dual-driver system that provides crystal-clear, detailed sound with deep, punchy bass that remains well-controlled. Active noise cancellation is significantly improved and highly effective at blocking out background noise, while the transparency mode sounds impressively natural and clear. The refined, premium design makes the buds comfortable and secure enough for all-day wear, complemented by a more compact, pocket-friendly case with wireless charging. Combined with intuitive pinch and swipe controls, a robust IP57 water resistance rating, and a wealth of software features, they present an exceptional package, especially for Samsung users who benefit from seamless ecosystem integration and high-resolution audio.

Cons: The primary drawback is the heavy reliance on the Samsung ecosystem, as many standout features like the high-resolution SSC audio codec and automatic device switching are unavailable on non-Samsung phones. This limitation is compounded by the lack of true universal multipoint Bluetooth, preventing simultaneous connection to devices like a laptop and non-Samsung phone. Furthermore, while decent, the battery life of around six hours with ANC is merely average and falls short of top competitors. The noise cancellation, though strong, is also considered a step behind the absolute best-in-class performance offered by key rivals from Apple, Sony, and Bose.

Analysis based on 36 YouTube reviews (6h 56m of video) with 574 pros and 257 cons extracted.

Pros (574)

Controls and Features (129)
  • Nine-band equalizer gives extensive tuning control — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Find my earbuds feature — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Responsive and intuitive controls: squeeze, tap, long hold, and index-finger swipe volume gestures — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Wearing detection works to auto pause/play (can be enabled for single bud use in app) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Always-on Bixby and voice commands (Samsung feature) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch controls and swipe volume controls work well — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in voice controls (work across devices including iPhone) once activated in the app — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Robust feature set: adaptive EQ, customizable equalizer, 360 audio with head tracking (Android), voice detect/conversation-aware features — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Smooth daily use: straightforward pairing, pinch controls, swipe volume, solid latency for video and casual gaming — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • EQ presets and adaptive sound tuning allow customization to fix muddiness or balance — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Feature-rich Galaxy Wearable app and One UI integration (adaptive tuning, presets, 360 audio, find earbuds, voice/siren detect, AuraCast) — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Head gesture/call control (answer/decline calls with head movement) enabled — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Intuitive physical squeeze controls and swipe for volume — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Granular onboard equalizer in app (9-band EQ with presets and fine steps) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch controls (play/pause, skip, volume swipe) are intuitive and configurable — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Physical pairing button on case provides clear pairing feedback — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Quick widget lets you switch modes and adjust audio/ANC from the home screen without opening settings — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable equalizer with presets and ability to create/modify an EDM profile for better bass/EDM sound — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable earbud controls: assign all four modes (ANC, adaptive, ambient, off) and app/assistant shortcuts — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Head gesture controls to accept/decline calls by nodding/shaking head — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Read notifications out loud with customizable apps and brevity/full detail options — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Option to disable auto ear detection so audio keeps playing when removing an earbud — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Neck stretch reminder feature for health breaks — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Game mode (in Labs) reduces latency to near zero for gaming (tradeoff: lower audio quality) — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Podcast broadcasting/listening feature with share code and mic support for live podcasts — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable software with many EQ and ANC/ambient options — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Head gestures (nod/shake) for call control — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Sound customization: 360 audio, EQ presets (dynamic/balanced) and loudness normalization — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Adjust sound to fit based on ear/fit — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Advanced features like read-aloud notifications with customization — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Find My Earbuds feature with map location — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Firmware/software updates available through app — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Nine-band EQ available in the app for tuning sound — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Useful, well-thought-out features and settings (battery display, ANC stage slider, offline voice controls, customizable onboard controls, gimmicks like neck-stretch reminder) — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Voice controls support (Google Assistant or Bixby) with custom keywords — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Adjustable EQ in Samsung app with dynamic preset that enhances bass and treble; highly tunable sound — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Swipe gestures for volume and pinch gestures for ANC/ambient; full gesture control (play/pause, next track) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Gaming mode to minimize audio delay (in lab settings) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Full nine-band equalizer with presets and extensive customization (unlike AirPods) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Raise and lower volume with swipe/gestures on the earbud (swipe up/down) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch gestures for play/pause and multi-pinch for next/previous track — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Press and hold to switch modes (ANC/transparency) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture controls for answering/declining calls (including pinch and head gestures) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Easy to use controls and customizable earbud controls (assign functions to left/right) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth 6.1 and many app features (customizable controls, 360 audio, adaptive sound, UHQ audio, earbud fit test, gaming mode, accessibility options) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Touch gestures (single/double/triple pinch) for play/pause, answer/end calls, skip forward/back — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch-and-hold switches between noise cancellation and ambient sound (customizable) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Swipe up/down on the bud to increase/decrease volume (works on both left and right) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch-and-hold can start voice recording, live translation, or open phone assistant (customizable per bud) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Can customize left/right earbud actions (open Google/Bixby/Perplexity, open apps like Spotify/recorder/interpreter) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Nodding and head-shake gestures to answer or decline calls (can be enabled in settings) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Per-app EQ settings (e.g., bass boost for Spotify, different EQ for YouTube/Netflix) remembered per app — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio with and without head-tracking for immersive surround-like sound; can record 360 audio using camera/audio settings — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Find app integration: notify when left behind and remote ring to locate buds — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Accessibility 'amplify ambient sound' shortcut (secret mic mode) to hear phone mic audio through buds — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy Buds widget for quick controls and battery display for buds and case — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch controls have worked well and reliable over 6 months — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Front-side volume adjustments work well — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Features like head gestures, translations, 360 Audio and head tracking are included (360 Audio can be convincing for some mixes) — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Voice commands for music controls work well when using the required phrases — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy Wearables app provides some EQ sliders to adjust bass regions (100 and 250 Hz) — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio and other sound features (UHQ audio, adapt sound, EQ presets) provide good customization and audio quality. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Useful controls and features: pinch/swipe media controls, head gesture (nod/shake) to accept/decline calls, gaming mode in Labs. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Responsive swipe gestures and head gestures supported — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Physical squeeze controls (volume swipe, play/pause, skip, ANC/ambient toggle) that remain preferable to tapping — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Adjustable EQ with presets (dynamic tuning favored by reviewer) — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung ecosystem features: device switching for compatible Samsung devices, spatial audio with head tracking, in-ear detection, Find functionality, head gestures, low-latency gaming mode — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Works well for mobile gaming (low-latency mode) — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • LED on case shows battery status/pairing — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Extensive customization on Samsung devices (EQ, 360 head-tracked spatial audio, 24-bit audio, Seamless Codec) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Siren detection lowers music volume when a siren is detected — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • In-ear detection (auto pause/resume) and gesture-based call controls (nod to accept, shake to reject) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Additional features: Find My, Live Translate, low-latency gaming mode, Bluetooth 6.1 — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Voice control is convenient and responsive (simple commands like 'volume up' or 'pause') — ▶ Watch
  • Features include swipe volume control, wireless charging, and automatic ambient mode when speaking — ▶ Watch
  • Interaction logic / setup is solid and convenient within Samsung ecosystem — ▶ Watch
  • बहुत सारे फीचर्स मिलने हैं (ANC, ट्रांसपेरेंसी, 360 ऑडियो, हेड‑ट्रैकिंग, गेमिंग मोड, AI फीचर्स आदि) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung फोन के साथ परफेक्ट कम्पैटिबिलिटी और ऐप कस्टमाइज़ेशन उपलब्ध — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • पिंच कंट्रोल्स और वॉल्यूम स्लाइडर काम करते हैं; स्वाइप से वॉल्यूम कंट्रोल भी है — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • बहुत सारे सॉफ्टवेयर फीचर्स: एडप्टिव ANC 2.0, ट्रांसपेरेंसी, वॉयस डिटेक्शन, ऑटो स्विच, फाइंड माय इयरबड्स आदि — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • हैड‑ट्रैकिंग और 360 ऑडियो बहुत प्रभावशाली और सही तरीके से काम करते हैं — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • मल्टीपल इक्वलाइज़र मोड्स और एडजस्ट साउंड टु फिट (फिट टेस्ट, एडप्ट साउंड) उपलब्ध — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • गेमिंग मोड में (Samsung फोन पर) लो‑लेटेंसी और अच्छा स्टीरियो सेपरेशन — गेमिंग एक्सपीरियंस शानदार — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Dynamic EQ option (Samsung) provides a preferred sound profile — ▶ Watch
  • Samsung-exclusive features (ultra high-quality audio mode, gaming mode, 360° audio, interpreter) when used with Samsung phones — ▶ Watch
  • Gaming mode (low latency) works well for matching audio to video in games — ▶ Watch
  • Stem controls are effective once you're used to them — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Dynamic EQ and bass-boost presets enhance the audio profile; spatial audio available and enjoyable — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy phone integration adds useful tools (quick panel toggles, head nod/shake controls) and ecosystem syncing between Samsung devices — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio spatial recording capability — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Useful software features: voice controls (volume, playback), head gestures, fit test, posture reminders — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Sound is highly customizable in the app (codec choice, age-based adapt, nine-band EQ) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • EQ implementation is good (nine-band custom EQ and presets) with low distortion — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Improved, intuitive controls (pinch/hold, nod/shake, swipe for volume) and customizable in app — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Rich feature set in app (battery, ANC/ambient/adaptive, detect, voice controls, 360 audio, loudness normalization, adapt sound) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable EQ and presets via app (including ultra high-quality audio and super wideband speech) — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Feature-packed app: earbud controls, find my earbuds, diagnostics, updates — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • New head-gesture controls (nod to answer, shake to decline) — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy AI features support (live translate, quick language conversations) when paired with Galaxy phone — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Swipe up/down volume controls and customizable gestures — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy AI integration and head gestures (nod/shake to answer/decline, assistant integrations) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Head gesture controls and flexible voice assistant choices (Google/Gemini/Bixby) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch (physical) controls with audible click feedback that work well and support volume slide — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Lots of features available on compatible Galaxy phones (voice detect, siren detect, head gestures, 360 audio, interpreter, live translate, automatic device switching) — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • App on Galaxy phones provides many customization options (EQ, auto switching, controls, head gestures, assistant setup, find my earbuds, updates) — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • New tactile groove on the stem gives a good finger target; touch area moved to front (more natural volume control) — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Voice controls feel more responsive and support many voice commands — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Added head gestures to accept/decline calls (when supported by OS) — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • App customization features: head gestures, spatial audio (Samsung-only), 10-band EQ, adjust sound to fit, voice detect, sign detection, many toggles — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Voice-activated music controls that keep hands free — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable EQ in Galaxy Wearable app to tune sound — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • New gesture controls: answer/decline calls by nodding or shaking your head — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Voice detect that lowers music and switches to ambient mode when you start talking — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Faux metal capacitive touch plate and customizable controls via the Galaxy Wear app. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Auracast support for connecting to public broadcasts (church, school, TV, etc.). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Includes the latest Samsung features and AI integrations (when used with compatible Samsung phones). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Ability to capture 360° spatial audio when recording video with a new Samsung phone. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Comprehensive feature set (Wear app integrations, ultra-wideband calling, etc.). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Easy hand‑gesture controls — ▶ Watch
  • Extensive customization in app: EQ presets, dynamic EQ, loudness normalization, 24‑bit high quality audio on supported Samsung phones — ▶ Watch
  • Head gesture controls and Google Assistant support — ▶ Watch
  • Galaxy AI features and headset gestures (e.g., head gestures to accept/reject calls) — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Comprehensive customization via Samsung (One UI) settings for sound and controls — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Pinch/touch controls are easy to use — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Siren detection that dims music when a siren is detected — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Voice detection that lowers volume when the user speaks and restores it afterward — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Voice commands supported (e.g., next song, previous song, stop music) without using the phone — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Head gestures and other novel controls (squeeze, touch controls) and customization via Galaxy Wear app — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Sensors auto-pause/play when removing/placing earbuds; 360 spatial audio and game mode available — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Sound Quality (101)
  • Very high maximum volume — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Larger earbud nozzle and dual-driver design (woofer + high-end driver) for improved sound — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Crystal-clear, detailed audio with punchy, bass-heavy presentation — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Larger woofer than previous generation gives more depth and impact to bass without overpowering vocals — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded sound: more clarity, better bass extension, bigger/more open sound with good instrument separation — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Mids a bit more forward and sound slightly more balanced out of the box — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Dual drivers upgraded (separate woofer and planar tweeter) — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Little to no distortion; clean and dynamic sound; competitive among top-sounding true wireless earbuds — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded two-way speaker system with 11-mm woofer and 5.5-mm tweeter — deeper, punchier sub-bass without bleeding into mids — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Sound is fantastic — rich bass, balanced mids, sparkling but not fatiguing treble — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Supports AAC, SBC, LC3 with Auracast, SSC (Samsung codec) and up to 24-bit 96-kHz audio; nine-band EQ and presets — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Best-sounding Samsung earbuds reviewer has tested — clear, punchy, excellent instrument separation and EQ headroom — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Distinct, personality-filled sound: strong sub-bass and elevated mid-bass that makes modern tracks impactful — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio and tuning give a wider sense of space and accurate instrument positioning — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • High volume levels without distortion — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Good for a wide range of music and everyday use; tweakable via EQ — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded drivers: 11 mm dynamic drivers and 5.5 mm planar tweeter for improved sound — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Supports 24-bit high-quality audio — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Two-way speaker (woofer + tweeter) and larger vibration area for fuller bass — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Nine-band EQ and 360 audio with head tracking; 24-bit hi‑fi over Bluetooth (with Samsung device) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Improved driver size (nearly 20% bigger) and dual-driver/dual-amp design — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Implements Fletcher–Munson (volume-dependent) EQ behavior (bass adapts with volume) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Ultra High Quality (UHQ) codec available for top-notch audio quality when enabled — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio and Dolby Atmos support for enhanced movie/music spatial sound (Dolby Atmos control can be added to Control Center) — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive sound and personalized hearing profile (adapted sound) to tune audio for hearing differences — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Dialogue clarity is excellent; voices sound crisp and present for videos — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Good music sound with dual-driver setup (woofer + planar tweeter); strong bass and detailed highs; consumer-friendly tuning — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Sound incredible — new drivers (subwoofer + tweeter), amp for each driver, very good across frequencies and listening situations — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Advanced sound quality option enabling lossless playback from services (massive audio upgrade) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Dolby Atmos support (quick toggle) that significantly improves movie/audio spatialness with selectable modes) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Sound quality remains excellent over 6 months — well balanced, clear, tight bass and punchy sound — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Dual-amp two-way speakers deliver the punchy sound that sets them apart — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Emphasize mids more than highs (preference for some listeners) and include a nine-band EQ for tuning — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Support ultra high-quality audio via Samsung Seamless Codec (up to 24-bit/96 kHz) on compatible phones — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • 360° sound feature and head‑tracking for immersive audio — ▶ Watch
  • Excellent sound quality; one of the best sounding true wireless buds, on par with AirPods Pro 2 — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Very consumer-friendly V-shaped sound: plenty of bass and treble, fun and energetic — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Mid-range sounds pretty natural for true wireless buds; one of the most natural mid-ranges heard — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • V-shape balances itself so it doesn't come off overly boomy or overly bright — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Feels like a straight upgrade over Buds 3 Pro: smoother, more controlled treble and less colored mids — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • More natural-sounding mid-range and less jarring transition to treble compared to AirPods Pro 3 — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Overall a strong sounding, viable alternative to AirPods Pro for many users — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Strong bass and good low end—immersive for music and movie action. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Well-balanced sound overall (good mids and highs) and customizable via EQ/presets. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Very loud volume capability without feeling damaging — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Good initial sound quality with tunable EQ modes (bass/treble/dynamic improve liveliness) — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Has more bass (bass boost EQ observed) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Some measurements/tuning might be slightly better than Buds 3 Pro (maybe better tuned) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Fits the general Samsung 'house sound' which some listeners may prefer (rolled off highs, V-shaped/bass emphasis) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Strong sound quality: dual-driver design (woofer + tweeter), good bass without overpowering, clear vocals, good separation — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Two-driver design (woofer + tweeter) and larger speaker (20% bigger) for improved sound — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Dual amplifiers (one per driver) contributing to noticeable sound improvement — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Best overall sound quality according to reviewer; sound quality better than AirPods Pro — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Equal loudness compensation keeps sound profile consistent across volumes — ▶ Watch
  • Tuning is balanced, realistic and uncolored; good for jazz/classical and many genres — ▶ Watch
  • Detail retrieval is good (strings and instrument textures come through naturally) — ▶ Watch
  • ड्यूल डायनेमिक ड्राइवर्स और हाई‑फाई ऑडियो सपोर्ट (Samsung seamless codec/24‑bit) — साउंड क्वालिटी बहुत अच्छी — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • साउंड लीकेज जीरो के करीब; उच्च वॉल्यूम पर भी डिस्टॉर्शन नहीं — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • क्लियर वोकल्स, अच्छी इंस्ट्रूमेंटल सेपरेशन और समग्र रूप से रिच, बॅलेंस्ड आउटपुट — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent out-of-the-box audio quality; makes songs sound clearer and more detailed — ▶ Watch
  • Clean bass that doesn't distort mids or highs — ▶ Watch
  • Sound incredible; energetic sound with crackling mids, powerful treble, strong bass control (two drivers with separate amps and a larger woofer) — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • When used with a Samsung phone supporting SSC codec, can deliver very high-quality audio (up to 24-bit/96kHz) — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Pleasant sound profile overall and can be tuned with nine-band EQ and preset EQs — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • SSC (24-bit / 96 kHz) available on newer Galaxy phones for higher-quality audio — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded hardware: dual-driver system with 11 mm woofer and 5.5 mm planar tweeter for improved audio — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Dual-driver design (woofer + tweeter) with 24-bit/96kHz support on Samsung codec — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Larger woofer (20% larger effective area) gives better bass control and deep lows — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Larger planar tweeter for more detailed highs and improved clarity — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Wide soundstage, pleasant balance, decent clarity, not muddy or bloated — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Powerful, punchy, tight and controlled bass (good at high levels and with EQ) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Overall impressive sound quality (guitar riffs full and rich, good instrument separation) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • High-resolution audio options and super wideband speech (24-bit/96kHz, 16 kHz mics) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • 24-bit / 96 kHz Bluetooth codec support for Samsung devices (higher-resolution audio) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Two-way speaker (wide woofer + tweeter) with ~20% larger speaker size — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Immersive audio, enhanced adaptive ANC and EQ options — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • High quality sound, especially when using Samsung high-resolution codec and adjustable EQ — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent sound quality: two-way speaker (woofer + tweeter), fuller balanced sound with strong bass, clear mids and detailed treble — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Support for UHQ/24-bit audio (on compatible Galaxy phones) and higher-quality codec for more detail and spaciousness — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • New driver setup with 20% larger woofer yields deeper, tighter lows and smoother treble — overall nicer, warmer sound — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Good maximum volume (just over 112 dB) and overall sound quality: cleaner, tighter bass, smoother treble, improved instrument separation — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Stock tuning is balanced and enjoyable; 10-band EQ allows tailoring — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Overall noticeable but modest improvements across transparency, ANC, call quality, and sound vs Buds 3 Pro — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Dual-driver hardware (11 mm woofer + 5.5 mm planar tweeter) yields massive, deep sub-bass and detailed treble — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent bass response — some of the best sub-bass heard in wireless earbuds — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Good separation and clarity due to dedicated drivers (less muddiness) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Very consumer-friendly, fun, V-shaped tuning that excels for pop/hip-hop/EDM and modern bass-heavy genres — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Sounds better when used with a Samsung phone using SSC UHQ codec (noticeable 5–10% improvement) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Still sounds satisfying on iPhone (AAC) and can be preferable to AirPods Pro 3 on iPhone — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Impressive sound from dual-driver setup (11mm woofer + 5.5mm tweeter) with clear highs and strong, controlled bass (V-shaped sound) — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Spacious audio presentation and improved clarity/detail compared to Buds 3 Pro — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Supports Samsung Seamless Codec for 24-bit high-resolution audio on Samsung phones — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly upgraded internal hardware (silicon and drivers) including split dynamic and planar drivers for lows and highs. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Overall sound is enjoyed by many listeners (simulated panel liked the quality), with EQ available in the Wear app to adjust bass. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • 11 mm woofers and larger drivers than Buds 3 Pro — stronger bass and improved sound — ▶ Watch
  • Improved separation between vocals and bass, better overall sound quality — ▶ Watch
  • Dual-driver (dual speaker) system and dual amplifiers for better bass and high-note clarity — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Supports high-resolution audio (24-bit/96 kHz) for high-quality music playback — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in tweeters and woofers provide crystal clear, beautiful music — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Very good sound quality; improved over Buds 3 Pro and sounds better than AirPods Pro 2 — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Good volume, bass, vocals and overall soundstage; Dolby Atmos on Samsung phones enhances sound — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Noise Cancellation (73)
  • Strong noise canceling performance overall with improved adaptive noise canceling 2.0 — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency/ambient mode feels very natural with no audible hiss — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Strong, high-end level ANC that blocks low-frequency noise well and adapts in real time — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Clean, natural transparency mode (useful and not overly processed) — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Claimed two-times better ANC versus the previous generation — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Very good noise cancelling (close to AirPods Pro 3) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Improved transparency mode compared to previous generation — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple ANC/ambient modes and adjustable ANC strength (5 levels) with adaptive options — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Loudness normalization (safety feature) protects ears by auto-adjusting ANC when sudden loud sounds occur — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Siren detection alerts you to nearby sirens when using ANC (useful for cyclists/runners) — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Voice detection auto-switches ANC to transparency when someone speaks to you — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is a significant upgrade over Buds 3 Pro — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Active noise cancelling (ANC) is excellent; melts away constant background noises and adaptive ANC works well — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Voice detect automatically drops music and boosts ambient sound for conversations — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive switching between ANC and ambient is faster and smoother than competitors — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Perceived noise reduction can outperform competitors in some real-world scenarios — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Handles wind noise well — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Much improved active noise cancellation; adjustable strength with five levels and maximum strength very strong (possibly stronger than AirPods Pro) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency mode is very good with five adjustable levels and natural sound — hears voice and surroundings well — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Safety/automation features: auto-switch to ambient when emergency sounds detected — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Auto-switch to ambient when you start talking (auto-conversation detect) and returns to ANC after you finish — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient sound (transparency) and adaptive mode to automatically switch between ambient and ANC — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Option to use ambient sound during calls so you can hear your own voice — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive ANC 2.0 with AI, siren and voice detect — one of the best ANCs tested handling low and high frequencies well — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode is very natural and effective in noisy environments — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is good for blocking everyday noise and effective for airplane cabin noise — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency mode works adequately to hear environment — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient sound mode works very well and sounds natural; you can clearly hear yourself. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive mode automatically switches to ambient when voices or sirens are detected (convenient). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Active noise cancellation works great when properly sealed with ear tips. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Very good active noise cancelling (ANC) performance — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Significant improvement in ANC compared to prior generation; multiple ANC levels and effective at blocking background noise — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient sound mode works well and can auto-switch when you start talking — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent ANC with five levels and better ANC than AirPods Pro 3 — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency modes feel natural and can auto-switch when speaking — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient mode usable during calls and provides natural awareness without pressure feeling — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Improved noise cancellation that is very effective at blocking voices and low/mid frequencies — ▶ Watch
  • ANC maintains strong reduction up to 1 kHz and still effective at 3 kHz (good vocal suppression) — ▶ Watch
  • ANC अच्छा काम करता है (लगभग 85% तक बैकग्राउंड नॉइज़ कैंसिलेशन) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • ट्रांसपेरेंसी मोड नेचुरल लगता है और ऑटो स्विच (वॉइस/सायरन डिटेक्शन) सही तरीके से काम करता है — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Very effective active noise cancellation (ANC) — ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode works very well and sounds natural — ▶ Watch
  • Automatic ambient mode that switches to transparency when it detects your voice (convenient though user chose not to use it) — ▶ Watch
  • Noise cancellation really works; some of the most adept noise removers at this price — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient mode is good at retaining speech; automatic mode that switches between ANC and ambient is useful — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • ANC improved over Buds 3 Pro (about 3 dB better) and is very good with a proper fit — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive ANC 2.0 with features like siren detection and more natural ambient/transparency mode — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive ANC 2.0 that smartly adjusts and multiple ANC levels (five levels + adaptive) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Strong full-volume ANC performance (measured ~59 dB reduction) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Good high-frequency voice blocking (~47 dB), on par with many competitors — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency mode sounds very natural and is adjustable across five levels — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive noise mode that quickly switches to transparency when needed — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Effective active noise canceling with adjustable ANC level — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • ANC performs very well (sometimes better than AirPods Pro 3) and handles plane engine noise effectively — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient mode picks up surroundings and voice well — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • ANC and ambient (transparency) modes are usable and reduce steady low-frequency noise effectively — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • ANC slightly improved (~10–15%) over last gen — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Noise canceling is strong (slight upgrade over Buds 3 Pro) with five levels of adjustment and conversation detection — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive transparency mode that blends ANC and transparency; responsive and comparable to AirPods Pro 3 — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode is very natural and clear (near best-in-class) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Above-average noise cancelling performance; improved over Buds 3 Pro — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode is very natural and one of the best (doesn't overly color sound) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive ANC 2.0 that effectively mutes low-frequency noises and is an improvement over Buds 3 Pro — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode that sounds natural with almost zero hiss — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Significantly better ANC than the Buds 3 Pro (adaptive ANC 2.0, about 3 dB better), able to attenuate ~84% of outside noise. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Strong active noise cancellation (claimed ~85% noise reduction) and improved ANC over Buds 3 Pro — ▶ Watch
  • Transparency/ambient modes with adaptive ANC and auto‑switch to transparency when voice/emergency sounds detected — ▶ Watch
  • Very effective active noise cancellation (ANC) and good ambient mode with tunable levels — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Effective noise cancellation — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Easy switching between noise cancellation, ambient sound, and amplified (hear-through) modes — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Integrated tiny speakers to aid ambient amplification and reduce muffling when in-ear — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Strong active noise cancellation (ANC) that performs very well in many situations — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency modes with auto monitoring and siren detection — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Design and Style (60)
  • Gorgeous design and premium feel out of the box — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Snazzier/clean, sleek metallic look gives a more premium vibe — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Brand new look with horizontal case and transparent top clamshell — looks premium and easier to take out when flat — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Available in multiple colors (black, white, online exclusive pink gold); reviewer likes the black — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Flat metallic brushed finish feels premium — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Smaller, more compact case and design compared with Buds 3 Pro — pocketable and easy to hold — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Look very different and improved design vs previous generation — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Stem design retained (preferred) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Small, well-built, pocketable case — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple color options — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Case redesigned to hamburger (flat) opening; more usable and satisfying snap — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Premium-looking bud design with nice lines; feels nice and sharp — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Left/right labeled on earbuds (clear identification) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Removed unnecessary design elements from previous model (blade lights) — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Case is small, pocketable, wireless charging, USB-C port, satisfying magnetic lid — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Earbud redesign with square stem and brushed metal back; stem shape makes pinching and swiping controls easier — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Available in multiple colors (three) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Small, pocket-friendly case with distinctive transparent lid; supports USB-C and wireless charging — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Case is more pocketable than previous version and not as large as some competitors — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Elegant aluminum blade design gives a more refined aesthetic and distinct identity — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Bud shape/size similar to AirPods but metal finish helps them stand out — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Available in three colors (not just white) — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Case lets you see earbuds inside so you can tell if one is missing; compact and pocket-friendly. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Premium-looking design (especially in white) with attractive stem finish. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Premium look and design with metal accents and a see-through top on the case — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Redesigned compact case with transparent lid that's pocket-friendly and easy to carry — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • New flatter, squared-off stem design gives an obvious surface to interact with — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Attractive new design with glass top on case and solid-feeling hinge — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • USB-C port and pairing/reset button on case — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Semi-transparent window lid retained and returned to square puck shape (design continuity) — ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight buds (4.8 g per bud) — ▶ Watch
  • Preferred stem design — easier to control (pinch/squeeze/slider) and good metal finish — ▶ Watch
  • Look classy yet understated with a re-imagined Blade design and brushed metal edge — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Case design improved (square style sits open on desk), USB-C and wireless charging, easier-to-press button — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple color options including an attractive online-exclusive colorway — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Refined stem/blade design improves controls, fit, battery, mic positioning — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Refined new design and updated case that looks nice — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Metal sides and premium-looking finishes — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Thinner, improved case (easier to place earbuds in) and overall compactness — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Case returns to jewelry box design with transparent lid, pairing button, and front LED to show case battery — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Buds lie flat in the case making them much easier to remove and replace (no more rotating/finger gymnastics) — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • More mature/elegant look with silver and metal accents; removed unnecessary blade lights — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Reshaped stem and flat front/back surfaces improve ergonomics and make gripping easier — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • More compact case that shows the entire earbuds (redesigned case) — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight earbuds (~5.1 g each) with redesigned stems for easier media interaction — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Updated, more refined design compared to prior Galaxy Buds Pro models (less like a Cybertruck/AirPods hybrid). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Transparent/plastic case with visible earbuds — ▶ Watch
  • USB‑C port and pairing button on the case — ▶ Watch
  • LED indication on front of case — ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight case (45.1 g) — ▶ Watch
  • Compact earbud design similar to previous Buds 3 Pro but with stem and box‑air design — ▶ Watch
  • Aluminium finish on the stem gives a premium look despite plastic build — ▶ Watch
  • Premium design and metallic finish; compact, stylish case with satisfying hinge and premium feel — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Available in multiple colors (black, white, exclusive online color) — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Easy-to-carry, compact case with wireless charging and USB-C; notification LED and manual pairing button — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Stem design favored by reviewer — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Case and bud ergonomics: easy to take buds out and put back into the case once used to it — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Attractive design (returned to square model) with clear case showing the buds — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Stylish appearance and appealing crystal clear case (design detail praised) — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Distinctive new design and case (not copying AirPods) — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Comfort and Fit (50)
  • Fit slightly more comfortable and secure than Buds 3 Pro — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Much improved fit and seal vs Buds 3 Pro — comfortable, secure, helps passive and active noise cancelling — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Includes extra ear tips (extra small and large) and usual manuals/warranty — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Fit is good / easy to insert and detect fit — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable — smaller and very light for all‑day wear — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Includes three sizes of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Easy to insert, good seal and comfortable fit with medium tips; lightweight — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Comes with multiple silicone tips and a fit test to optimize seal and sound — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit, similar to AirPods Pro and other stem-style buds — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit and great sound (reviewer's summary) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit for long sessions and secure for activities like running — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Designed for all-day use and versatile situations (workouts, flights, meetings) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Good fit/stay in ears for the reviewer with supplied tips and additional tip sizes included — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight in-ear fit (~5 g each) and comfortable for long sessions with multiple ear tip sizes — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit; no ear fatigue over long listening sessions. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Secure fit for active use (walks, runs, shaking head test showed they don't fall out). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit in the ear (preferred silicone tips), no ear fatigue after hours of use — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Secure fit that stays in place during movement (doesn't fall out) — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Comes with additional silicone ear tips in the box — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Earbuds are easy to insert and remove — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit for the reviewer; stay in place and wearable for long periods — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Includes multiple ear tip sizes to help achieve a good fit — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit with good seal in ear — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit in the ears; better or comparable fit to AirPods Pro — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Secure fit (shake test: didn’t budge) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Earbud fit test available — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • काफी आरामदायक फिटिंग, हल्का महसूस होता है और लंबे समय तक पहनने में अच्छा — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Secure, snug fit for the reviewer’s ears (less likely to fall out) — ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable to wear for long periods (for many users) — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight, very comfortable—among the most comfortable Galaxy Buds lineup; almost unnoticeable for hours — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Passive foam tips available to improve passive isolation and ANC — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Good fit and retention for reviewer; suitable for workouts — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Extremely comfortable with low ear fatigue (soft silicone tips) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable fit — reviewer could wear them ~6 hours straight with no discomfort — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Very light earbuds (~5 g each) that feel comfortable and secure in the ear — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Silicone tips provide long-session comfort and a less intrusive in-ear feeling — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Comfort mostly same as previous generation; can be worn for hours and stays in for workouts for most users — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable fit; new design with shorter stem — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable with regular silicone tips (preferred by reviewer over memory foam) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Secure stem-style fit for activities like weight training and running — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable fit; among the most comfortable earbuds tested and likely to be forgotten when wearing — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight design that creates an easy physical seal without going too deep — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Secure, comfortable fit that stays put during running/workouts — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Best-in-class comfort and ergonomic, lightweight design suitable for all-day wear and sleep — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable fit, suitable for long use (speaker‑tip comfort, good for small ears) — ▶ Watch
  • Comfortable fit in ear and good form factor for prolonged use — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Very comfortable fit — often unaware they're being worn — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Improved comfort and fit over last year; more secure/snug for activities and gym use — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Three sizes of ear tips included — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Less air fatigue compared to AirPods and Sony for this reviewer — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Build Quality and Durability (36)
  • IP57 dust and water resistance on the earbuds — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating: dust resistant and can be submerged in 3 feet of water for 30 minutes — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating (water resistant: 15 cm to 1 m for 30 minutes) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 water/sweat resistance on the earbuds (case is not IP57) — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 water resistance and decent battery life (6 hours ANC on, ~26 hours with case) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Higher ingress protection (IP57) — very water/sweat resistant — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating (sweat and rain resistant) — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating—water and sweat resistant; great for gym/running and heavy rain — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Durable-feeling, more mature premium design and improved build quality (metal stem, solid hinge, transparent lid) — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 dust and water resistance for the buds — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating for water/sweat resistance — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Buds have an IP57 rating (buds themselves are water resistant and can survive temporary immersion) — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Compact, premium-feeling build and charging case (flat-loaded), fits price category — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Case holds earbuds securely (strong magnets), stays closed well — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 dust and water resistance on the earbuds — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Earbuds magnetically held in case so they don’t fall out easily — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating for water and dust resistance — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic tension and hinge of the charging case feel great — ▶ Watch
  • कम्पैक्ट और प्रीमियम दिखने वाला चार्जिंग केस; वायरलेस चार्जिंग भी सपोर्ट करता है — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • मजबूत मैग्नेट्स और अच्छा केस लॉक/हिंजेस; इंस्टेंट वेक एंड पे ठीक से काम करता है — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • प्रीमियम लुक और बिल्ड क्वालिटी (बड्स पर मैटलिक/मैट फिनिश) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 वॉटर/डस्ट रेजिस्टेंस और नवीनतम ब्लूटूथ वर्जन 6.1 — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • See-through clamshell charging case is excellent and easy to dock; supports wireless charging — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Flat case is easier to use and simple to pop buds back in — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 rating for buds (water/sweat resistant); suitable for sweat and rain — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 water and dust resistance (very strong) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Premium, high-quality build and case hinge/snapping mechanism — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Transparent top on case and wireless charging support — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Improved magnetic cradle that makes earbuds easy to place back in the case — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Hardware feels premium, well-designed and comfortable for everyday use — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case redesigned with magnets, smoked front, wireless charging and USB-C — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 dust and water resistance (can be submerged ~1 m) — one of the highest in class — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Premium refined build with metal accents, durable silicon tips, and a solid charging case hinge — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 dust and water resistance for high durability during workouts/outdoor use — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • IP57 ingress protection (splash/resistant and short accidental dunk protection). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Pop-off ear tips appear less fragile than previous generation (more robust). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
Connectivity and Stability (34)
  • Bluetooth 6.1 with multiple codecs including Samsung SSC supporting 24-bit/96 kHz high-res — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Low gaming latency with SSC (video watching latency fine) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Improved multipoint between Samsung devices (works well within Samsung ecosystem). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Automatic pairing/switching between Galaxy devices and support for Live Audio and live translation on compatible Galaxy devices — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Latest Bluetooth 6.1 chipset (modern connectivity) — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless integration and high-res Samsung codec (up to 24-bit/96 kHz) when used with Samsung phones — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth 6.1 (upgrade from 5.4) should reduce connectivity issues — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung-only features when used with Samsung phones (magic pairing, 24-bit Samsung codec, Super Clear Call, head-gesture responses) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless earbud connection / Auto switch between Samsung Galaxy devices — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent ecosystem integration with Samsung (automatic pairing prompts, integrated settings, Galaxy Watch support) — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless switching between Samsung devices, 360° head-tracking spatial audio, head gestures to accept/reject calls, in-ear detection, Find My and live translate features — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Works as standard Bluetooth on iPhone (basic functions like gestures and volume/swipe still work) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless connection between Samsung devices and useful advanced features (read notifications, in-ear detection, find my, software updates) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Easy Bluetooth pairing mode (long-press case button) for connecting to other devices like Nintendo Switch — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung Scalable Codec sounds very good and is stable on Samsung phones — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Very easy and fast setup with Galaxy phones (instant pop-up pairing). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Easy device connection and improved access to Buds settings in phone settings — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Low Bluetooth latency suitable for gaming and watching content — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Works seamlessly with Samsung phones (automatic detection/connection and account integration) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth connection has been fine with Samsung and non-Samsung devices — ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth 6.1 provides excellent connectivity and long range with no dropouts in six months of use — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless switching between Samsung devices and good integration (Find My, OcaCast, translation/Interpreter integration) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless connection and overall excellent sound quality; considered an upgrade over Buds 3 Pro — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Stable connection to Mac (no disconnects during editing) and generally reliable connectivity — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Best experience within Samsung ecosystem — seamless codec, seamless device switching between Samsung devices, and super wideband for better call quality on Samsung phones — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded Bluetooth chip (v6.1) over previous model — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Supports Samsung Seamless Codec (high bit-rate) over Bluetooth 6.1 for compatible new Samsung devices. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Simple and fast pairing with Samsung phones — ▶ Watch
  • Support for multiple codecs including SBC, AAC, and Samsung's proprietary (UHQ) for Samsung devices — ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth 6.1 support and low latency (~50–60 ms) with Samsung phones — ▶ Watch
  • Good performance for games and movies with low latency — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer appreciates Samsung ecosystem integration (works well with Samsung devices) — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Works best with Samsung ecosystem (handoff, Dolby Atmos, live translation, Galaxy Wear features) — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
  • Low energy Bluetooth (Bluetooth 6.1) and useful app EQ/customizations — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Battery Life (33)
  • Good case and battery life: 6 hours in buds, 26 hours total; fast charge and wireless charging supported — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Case supports wireless charging — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Case has USB-C, wireless charging, and pairing button — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery life: ~6 hours ANC on (26 hours total) and ~7 hours ANC off (30 hours total); case provides 3–4 extra charges — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Wireless charging supported and USB-C on the case — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Battery: ~6 hours per charge, and 26–30 hours with the case — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Wireless charging supported — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life claim: ~6 hours with ANC on, ~7 hours with ANC off; ~25–30 hours total with case — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life rated ~6 hours with ANC on, ~7 hours with ANC off — around industry standard — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Case LED indicates battery level (green/yellow/red/flashing red) for quick status — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple charging options: USB-C, reverse wireless charging from phone, wireless charging pad; can wireless charge phone and case simultaneously — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life meets industry par (~6 hours with ANC on), matching advertised runtime — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Case has front LED charge indicator, USB-C charging and supports wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery life in real use; on-paper up to ~6–7 hours per charge and up to ~26 hours with case; charges fast. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Wireless charging and USB-C port on the case — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery life: ~5 hours at max volume; ~7.5 hours at normal volumes without ANC — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life adequate for everyday use (Samsung rated ~6 hours ANC on, ~7 hours ANC off); reviewer hasn't had battery concerns after six months — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life: up to ~6 hours with ANC on and ~26 hours total with case (7/30 with ANC off) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Decent battery life per charge (around 4–7 hours use) and case provides extra charges for multiple days' use — ▶ Watch
  • Case supports wireless charging and has status/notification light — ▶ Watch
  • Reverse wireless power charging works well with Samsung/Android phones — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life about 6 hours with ANC and ~30 hours with the case (meets claimed life) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Good real-world battery life (around 6–6.5 hours with ANC on during flight) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life up to ~6 hours (ANC on) and ~26 hours with case; ~7/30 hours with ANC off — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life: ~5.5 hours with ANC on (buds) and ~25 hours total with case; ~7 hours with ANC off and ~30 hours total — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Supports wireless PowerShare (top-up from phone) — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Improved battery life over previous generation (6 hours and 1 minute in the reviewer’s test). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Case charges via USB-C and wirelessly (Qi), and larger earbud cells hold charge longer. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Wireless charging support on the case — ▶ Watch
  • Battery life: ~6 hours with ANC on, ~8 hours with ANC off; additional ~26 hours from case; wired and wireless charging supported — ▶ Watch
  • Decent battery life: Samsung claims ~6 hours with ANC (26 hours with case) and ~7 hours without ANC (~30 hours with case) — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • One-bud-at-a-time use is supported for continuous all-day listening — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery life in real use; multiple case charges and USB-C/wireless/reverse wireless charging — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Value for Money (26)
  • Often goes on sale (price flexibility) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Overall a very strong option for Samsung users: great ANC, features, call quality, battery and enjoyable sound signature — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Positioned as one of the best options for Android (especially Samsung) users — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Very good pair of earbuds, especially for Samsung users — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Bluetooth 6.1 and solid overall specs at a competitive price — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Big update over previous generation — improved design, sound, ANC, and transparency — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent value if you have a Samsung device (ecosystem integration) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Overall great value if you're in the Samsung ecosystem—ANC, sound, comfort, and integration get very right — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer calls them "incredible" and says they outperform AirPods Pro as a performance benchmark — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Positioned as the AirPods Pro equivalent for Android/Samsung ecosystem (good ecosystem features) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Same $250 price, includes active noise cancellation and transparency mode — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Good choice for Samsung device owners; enjoyable to use overall — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer calls them his favorite pair of true wireless earbuds (very positive overall impression). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Overall package: design, comfort, battery, and features make them solid everyday earbuds that have held up well over six months — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • When priced on sale, offers very strong value (reviewer would pick them as first choice) — ▶ Watch
  • Overall highly rated by reviewer (4.5 stars); impressive audio performance and ANC — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Best Galaxy Buds the reviewer has tried / very recommendable — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer highly recommends them despite price — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer summary: excellent sound, fit, comfort, microphones, and comprehensive features — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Competitive pricing for value ($249) compared to higher-priced earbuds — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Best-in-class comfort combined with strong sound and ANC makes these a strong value at $249.99 — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent overall Pro experience when used with a Samsung phone (full feature set) — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Latest features at ₹23,000 price point (implied good value/features) — ▶ Watch
  • Overall solid package for Android, especially Samsung phone users; flagship-level features at the price — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Good value-for-money for flagship earbud bracket (priced ₹22,999) — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer loves the Samsung Galaxy Buds line and finds the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro phenomenal and better than the Buds Pro 3 — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
Call Quality (25)
  • Improved call quality over Buds 3 Pro, performs well in windy and crowd-noise tests — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent voice calling performance and noise reduction during calls; sidetone feature present — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Good call quality in quiet environments (and with simulated background noise demonstrated) — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Six microphones (multi-mic array) for call/ANC capabilities — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Super Wideband Speak improves call clarity by using a different broadband frequency — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Advanced quality options: Ultra high quality audio and super wide band speech for clearer calls — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Significant microphone and call quality improvements with AI processing and strong noise reduction on calls — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Six microphones (same as last gen) and acceptable call mic performance — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Three-microphone system with VPU and super wideband (16 kHz) improves call quality in quiet environments — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Mics sound pretty good and clear for recording/voice pick-up — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Microphone quality improved; voices remain clear in environmental noise (though with some artifacts) — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Microphones provide clear call quality and strong background noise rejection. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Six microphones and usable call quality for regular calls — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Six microphones (three per earbud) for improved call/voice performance — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • कॉलिंग में सिक्स‑माइक सेटअप से नार्मल कंडीशन में बहुत अच्छी वॉयस क्लैरिटी — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Stem design with mic on the tip improves voice pickup for calls — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Improved call quality with super wideband speech (16 kHz) on newer Galaxy phones and larger external microphones — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Microphones sound natural with less compression; improved mic bandwidth (16 kHz) and spatial audio recording support — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Good microphones — usable for calls, vlogging, or as a lav mic alternative — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent mic quality — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Strong call quality with three mics per earbud and AI noise filtering — works well in noisy environments — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Good microphone array and voice pickup unit — well received in user feedback and effective at dispelling noise (especially wind). — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Three microphones (good microphone setup) for calls — ▶ Watch
  • Six microphones (triple per bud) giving clear voice call quality and usable as a microphone for recording/video — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • Good call clarity — people can't tell reviewer is on earbuds during calls — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
Other (5)
  • Battery life: with ANC on ~6 hours per bud and ~26 hours total; with ANC off ~7 hours and ~30 hours total; 5-minute charge ≈ 1 hour playback — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Price $249 offers flagship-level features and sound competing with $300–$350 earbuds; likely to see deals — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer conclusion: overall best Samsung earbuds to date — great sound, ANC, ambient sound, comfortable fit — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Pairing mode via case button (open lid then hold ~5s) to pair with other devices — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Long battery life: each bud lasts ~8–9 hours; combined with case gives 30+ hours — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
Overall (2)
  • Fixed many day-to-day frustrations from the Buds 3 Pro; feels like Samsung is back on track — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Overall a well-rounded, mostly frustration-free experience and a solid upgrade over the 3 Pro — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch

Cons (257)

Sound Quality (43)
  • 360 audio (spatial/immersive) not liked by reviewer — they prefer it off — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer doesn't notice much difference with 'adjust sound to fit' (may be negligible benefit) — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Sound tuning is warm and bass-heavy; mid-bass can be overly elevated and dominate certain tracks, making vocals sit slightly behind bass — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Treble is safe/rolled-off — lacks airy, detailed top end which may feel less exciting to some listeners — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Can get muddy on complex, busy tracks without EQ adjustments — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Sound out of the box is bass-heavy and uneven: excessive bass, mid dips and treble peaks (overcooked bass and 'crispy' treble) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer did not love the default sound and expects to need EQ adjustments — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Sound quality is very good but not best-in-class for audiophiles — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Some trade-offs compared to earbuds focused purely on sound (like Sony WF-1000XM6): these Buds prioritize balanced everyday use rather than extreme sound-stage focus — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • 360 audio implementation seems inferior to Dolby Atmos; the reviewer prefers using Dolby Atmos control instead — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Enabling game mode reduces audio quality (less bass) as a tradeoff for low latency — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Features like 360 Audio/head tracking can cause distortion with certain songs and feel gimmicky — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Bass response is emphasized and a bit boomy/rumbling; can color melodic frequencies — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Upper mid-range/treble is pushed forward (brightish), can make vocals feel in-your-face — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Combined V-shape may still not suit listeners who dislike boomy bass or forward treble — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Out-of-the-box balance mode sounds a bit muffled and less lively — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Treble roll-off / recessed highs compared to targets and some older models — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Pronounced 8 kHz peak that negatively affects sound (described as ruining it / makes them 'wonky') — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • EQ settings and measurement inconsistencies make it unclear how they actually sound; some EQ options seem ineffective — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Overall tuning considered worse or not an upgrade vs. earlier Buds (Buds 3 Pro and original Buds Pro seen as better) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Dark spot / dip around 9–12 kHz (treble recessed in that region) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Sound described as 'wishy-washy' and 'wonky' — inconsistent treble and varying bass emphasis across generations — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Noticeable floor/hiss noise from the buds in quiet rooms (background hiss) — ▶ Watch
  • Passive isolation is just average; struggles with sharp/high-frequency mechanical noises — ▶ Watch
  • Sound not a significant upgrade despite larger driver; bass lacks extension and thump (feels floating), resulting in thin texture and muddy/chaotic low end — ▶ Watch
  • Midrange vocals feel distant and male vocals lack low-end heft — ▶ Watch
  • Vertical soundstage feels cramped; imaging in low end just okay leading to messy ensemble passages — ▶ Watch
  • Tuning feels sleepy and lacks 'wow' factor compared to rivals (less explosive energy) — ▶ Watch
  • बेस लवर्स के लिए बेस थोड़ा और पावरफुल/बूस्टेड होना चाहिए था — बेस में थोड़ी कमी महसूस हुई — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Best audio quality requires a Samsung phone (SSC codec); non‑Samsung users notice a dip in quality — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • High-frequency roll-off; bass-heavy out of the box which can overpower highs (may require EQ adjustment) — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Sound can be a little bit harsh for reviewer; highs could use a bit more detail — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Recommend slight boost in lower mids (around 300–500 Hz) for personal preference — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Sound may be too bass-heavy/punchy for some listeners (may require EQ adjustment) — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Higher frequencies can occasionally come across a bit sharp depending on song/volume — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • About a 10% bass reduction when ANC is off (EQ/ANC can change tonal balance) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly less warm/lush lower-range vocal presentation (not the richest vocals) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Tuning is very V-shaped — bassy and bright — which is polarizing and not tonally neutral or audiophile-accurate — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Mids are lacking/fullness and cohesion; vocals and instruments can sound thin or less realistic compared to competitors like Sony XM6 — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Treble can be a little sharp at times (planar tweeter adds sparkle but can be fatiguing) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Overall sound not as cohesive due to driver separation — some tracks may lack realistic timbre — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Some audio files/songs can sound a little dark or chaotic and lose detail out of the box — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Sound signature is bass-forward with relatively weak highs, causing some tracks to sound overly bassy; may require EQ adjustments to taste. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
Value for Money (37)
  • Upgrades not substantial—unlikely worth upgrading from Buds 3 Pro unless you really want the new look — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Product feels very ecosystem-focused (an 'ecosystem device'), which may make it a poor universal choice for non-Samsung users — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Charging cable removed from the box (no included cable unlike Buds 3 Pro) — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • No charging brick or USB-C cable included in the box — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • No longer includes USB-C cable compared to previous generation — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Some Samsung features (best codecs, gestures, Super Clear Call) are Samsung-phone-only but marketed prominently without obvious footnote — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Relatively expensive at launch ($250) and no price reduction despite removing cable — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Price is still $249 which is not cheap (though competitive) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Features and ecosystem advantages lag behind AirPods for Apple users; not a full 'AirPods Pro for Android' replacement — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • No charging cable included in the box — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer would not recommend buying them based on these measurements (prefers other models like original Buds 3 Pro or Sennheiser IE 600) — HiFiASMR · ▶ Watch
  • Relatively high price ($249.99 USD / ~₹22,999) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Box does not include a charging cable (no cable included) — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Recommendation implies not ideal for iPhone users who want full feature set despite good ANC and sound on iPhone — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • At $249 the default sound quality and single-driver performance don't compete with rivals; not worth full price unless Samsung user — ▶ Watch
  • बॉक्स में चार्जिंग केबल शामिल नहीं है — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • कई एडवांस्ड फीचर्स और सर्वश्रेष्ठ अनुभव का मूल्य लगभग ₹20,000–₹22,000 है — सिर्फ Samsung यूज़र्स के लिए ही वर्थफूल — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Base (non-Pro) Galaxy Buds 4 model is notably inferior (lacking bass, weaker audio profile, poor fit) — advising not to buy the base model — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Price is not insignificant ($249) — a meaningful chunk of change (implied drawback for some buyers) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer lacks Samsung phone testing for some high-res features—benefit depends on pairing with Samsung device and high-res streaming — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Not a dramatic upgrade over Buds 3 Pro overall—only modest improvements — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • If you're not in the Samsung ecosystem, lack of true multipoint and Samsung-only features may hold you back — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • No native app/control parity for iOS users; highest quality codec (UHQ) reserved for Samsung Galaxy S23 or newer — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Uses proprietary Samsung SSC codec instead of mainstream high-res codecs (LDAC/aptX Adaptive), limiting high-res support on non-Samsung devices — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • High-quality streaming (24-bit) and advanced features are limited to Samsung devices (ecosystem lock-in) — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Many core features (Seamless Codec, 24-bit audio, advanced AI features like live translation) are unavailable on non-Samsung phones, reducing value for Pixel/iPhone users — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • If not using a Samsung phone, the product loses several major advantages and becomes just one of many good options rather than a must-buy — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Many advanced features are locked to newer Samsung phones (One UI 4+, Snapdragon 8 Elite+), creating a 'walled garden' that limits functionality on other devices. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Users on iPhone or other Android phones are limited to lower codecs (SBC/AAC/LC3) and miss out on Seamless Codec benefits. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Some AI integrations and features feel unnecessarily gated to Samsung phones, making the product incomplete on other platforms. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Not recommended for users outside the Samsung ecosystem — features and performance best experienced with Samsung devices, so not platform-agnostic. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • No charging cable included in the box — ▶ Watch
  • Many advanced features (UHQ 24‑bit audio, some settings) only work with newer Samsung devices (S23 and later) or within Samsung ecosystem — ▶ Watch
  • Limited functionality and feature lock when used with non‑Samsung/other Android phones (some major features won't work) — ▶ Watch
  • No charging cable included in the box — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
  • They are a bit pricey — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • Very expensive (around $250/$259); price is the main downside — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Noise Cancellation (35)
  • Transparency mode can sound slightly robotic (minor issue) — ▶ Watch
  • Sound and noise canceling changes aren’t huge improvements over Buds 3 Pro — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Noise canceling slightly behind leaders (Apple, Bose, Sony) — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • ANC not perfect: some mid-frequency sounds like voices can still sneak through — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Real-life performance (ANC, sound upgrades) still needs full review/testing — claims on paper may not reflect real world — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • There is a noticeable hiss in transparency mode and a slightly hollow sound when letting outside in — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode can produce a muffled voice feel in some outdoor conditions (earlier gen note in mic test) — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Some sudden sharp noises will still cut through ANC (not perfect for all noise types) — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Five ANC levels and five ambient levels may be unnecessary/overcomplicated; reviewer didn't perceive much difference between many levels — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is good but not the best in this price range; lets in more ambient noise (e.g., espresso machine, crowded airport) compared to AirPods Pro 3 and Sony WF-1000XM6 — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Some hissing noise when ANC is engaged with no media playing — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is slightly weaker compared to top competition (e.g., AirPods Pro 3) and not top-tier — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Two-stage ANC kick-in is annoying: baseline then higher level after a few seconds, causing delays when adjusting buds — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient/transparency mode not best-in-class compared to AirPods Pro — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive mode can be annoying: it may misdetect singing or mouthing along with music as voice and lower the music / enable ambient mode unexpectedly. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive mode may require manual disabling in some scenarios to avoid unintended switching (user annoyance). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient sound mode has subtle static background noise and is not as clear as AirPods Pro — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is slightly weaker than best-in-class (Sony XM5 superior); overall places in second tier below AirPods Pro 3 — ▶ Watch
  • ANC में बिल्कुल परफेक्शन नहीं—कुछ परिस्थितियों में फैन या हल्की आवाजें सुनाई दे सकती हैं (लगभग 85% तक प्रभावी) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient auto-mode can be frustrating when it triggers (e.g., when singing along) — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Wind noise is bad—performs poorly in windy conditions (problematic for biking) — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency/ambient mode is improved but still subjective—previous models varied, so experience may differ — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Some faint ANC/ambient white noise or hissing detectable in very quiet situations (worsens slightly at higher volumes) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • ANC performance excellent but slightly below the absolute top-tier leaders (one notch below best in industry) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Some ambient/keyboard noises may still be audible in certain situations (ANC not perfect for all noises) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Possible pressure/venting sensation in the ear during cabin pressure changes — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is good but falls short of the best-in-class; more outside noise (especially voices and higher-frequency sounds) gets through compared with Sony and Apple — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency/ambient mode makes surroundings audible but the user's own voice can sound slightly muffled while walking — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • ANC is improved but not best-in-class — still lets some noise through (white noise machine, ventilation audible) — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency/ambient mode still has a subtle digital hiss and doesn't feel completely 'invisible' — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • No automatic wind reduction mode for ANC (though mics don't pick up much wind) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode slightly behind AirPods Pro 3 in clarity (and AirPods have extras like heart-rate sensors) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Noise cancelling is good but slightly behind elite ANC competitors (AirPods Pro 3, Sony XM6, Bose QC Ultra) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • ANC has a dip in the low-mids allowing very loud outside sounds to peek through; ANC is very good but not top-of-the-line. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Auto ambient/auto mode causes noticeable shifts in sound which the reviewer disliked — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Controls and Features (34)
  • Ultra high quality audio conflicts with gaming mode (can't use both), may cause latency for video/game — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Stems do not provide a clear mechanical click / might lack tactile squeeze feedback — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Some UI text/language issues in the app (menus not in selected language) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • When paired to iPhone you lose Samsung app customization (multiband EQ and advanced features) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Out-of-the-box pinch-and-hold gesture switches between ANC and ambient sound by default (may be limiting until customized) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Dolby Atmos and advanced sound features are not obvious and require adding controls or digging through settings (audio defaults can sound 'a bit average' without them) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Risk of losing the buds (user needs to enable Find features and notify when left behind to mitigate) — Hayls World · ▶ Watch
  • Many useful features (UHQ codec, Super Wideband Speak, loudness normalization) are disabled by default and hidden in settings — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Read notifications out loud can be overwhelming if enabled for many apps (spam/junk emails) — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Voice commands are rigid and require specific phrases (e.g., must say 'stop music' not 'pause') — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Gemini on-bud assistant couldn't identify songs playing on Spotify (limitation of Gemini) — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • EQ in the app is limited (slider-based fixed EQ); lacks advanced/parametric EQ controls — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Noticeable latency when gaming on PC — not suitable for serious PC gaming — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Advanced features and customization are tied to Samsung's ecosystem; reduced functionality on other Android phones and PCs — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Many Samsung-specific features and customizations are limited or unavailable on iPhone, so iPhone users won’t get full experience — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • If you don't have a Samsung phone you are limited to AAC and cannot use Samsung's high-res SSC codec (ecosystem locked) — ▶ Watch
  • No LDAC or LHDC support for non-Samsung devices — ▶ Watch
  • Poor software experience for non-Samsung users: forced login flow, no iOS control app, limited customization — ▶ Watch
  • पैकेज/फीचर्स का पूरा लाभ केवल Samsung फोन उपयोगकर्ताओं को मिलता है; अन्य फोन में फीचर सीमित होंगे (iPhone में ऐप सपोर्ट नहीं) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • कई प्रमुख फीचर्स (Seamless codec, गेमिंग मोड, हेड जेस्चर, AI फीचर आदि) सिर्फ Samsung डिवाइसेस पर काम करते हैं — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • पिंच कंट्रोल्स को कस्टमाइज़ नहीं कर सकते और कुछ यूज़र्स टच कंट्रोल को प्राथमिकता देते हैं — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Many useful features are Samsung-ecosystem locked — limited functionality on non-Samsung phones (no multipoint, no ultra high-quality mode, gaming mode, 360° audio, head gestures, interpreter, Find My integration) — ▶ Watch
  • Some exclusive features require installing multiple Samsung apps on non-Samsung phones (extra setup friction) — ▶ Watch
  • No precision finding using Ultra Wideband (harder to precisely locate lost buds) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Certain features (high-res codec, full controls, auto-pairing) are limited to Samsung devices — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Lose certain controls and features when used with non-Samsung phones (e.g., iPhone) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Many headline features require a compatible Galaxy phone; iPhone users have no app and very limited customization — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Some important features (UHQ audio, 360 audio, head gestures, live translate, automatic switching) unavailable or limited on non-Galaxy phones — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Head gesture feature requires phone running One UI 8.5 — not available on older devices yet — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Seamless features and best audio/call performance are limited to Galaxy devices; on Pixel/iPhone you’re capped to standard codecs and reduced functionality — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Minimal customization for controls (limited to changing long-hold action) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Wearing detection defaults to both-buds removal; single-bud auto-pause requires app change — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • UHQ upscaler on phone can interfere with sound; requires manual Android setting changes for best result (non-intuitive) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Touch/physical controls (pinches, swipes, head shakes) take time to get used to and can be awkward. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
Build Quality and Durability (18)
  • Overall build is mostly plastic (case and earbuds) despite aluminium finish on stem — ▶ Watch
  • Case itself is not IP57 — do not wet the case — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Case likely to scuff/scratch quickly — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Case is not water resistant despite earbuds being IP57 rated — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Case is not IP rated (case is not water/dust resistant) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case lacks any water resistance rating (case vulnerable despite buds being IP57) — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Earbuds don't click in very audibly/feelingly in the case (though they remain secure) — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case isn't water resistant in the same way as the earbuds — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Magnet strength in case is only decent (rated ~6/10); not as strong as some competitors — Happy Aujla · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case transparent plastic feels a bit cheap (not premium metal/ceramic) — ▶ Watch
  • केस की प्लास्टिक ऊपरी क्वालिटी थोड़ी नाज़ुक लग सकती है (उँची जगह से गिरने पर क्रैक होने का डर) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Case top plastic is prone to scratches and fingerprint-prone finish — ▶ Watch
  • Earbuds sometimes don't align properly with the case magnet and may not charge when seated slightly off — ▶ Watch
  • Case is not waterproof despite buds being IP57 rated — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • No USB-C charging cable included in the box — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Case does not include a USB-C cable in the box — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • FindMy (tracking) relies on Bluetooth, not ultra-wideband — tracking is unreliable and the case lacks a speaker to make it beep if lost without buds — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • No IP rating on the charging case — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
Design and Style (18)
  • Returned to an AirPods-like stem/blade design that some fans may dislike — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • No return to previous design; stems (blades) may be polarizing — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • No lighting element on stems (minor) — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case is square and slightly harder to open than Buds 3 Pro — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Case isn’t quite as small as earlier Galaxy Buds cases — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer earlier notes bigger case and buds in other earbuds; in contrast these Galaxy Buds are designed to be portable — but mentions that some sound-focused earbuds are bigger and less comfortable (context of trade-offs) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Removed LED blade lights from last year (minor aesthetic downgrade for reviewer) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer personally preferred the older 'blade' shape, though current stem-style is comfortable for them — subjective design preference — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Stem-style design initially disliked by reviewer (preference issue), though it grew on him. — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Earbuds look similar to black AirPods (lack of unique styling) — subjective drawback — Shane Symonds · ▶ Watch
  • Design feels like homage to Apple; lacks originality and lost the Buds' unique identity — ▶ Watch
  • Case is bulky (protrudes in pocket compared to slimmer designs) — ▶ Watch
  • Charging case isn't very ergonomic and creates a blocky bulge in your pocket — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Controls/shape removed blade lights (makes locating earbuds slightly harder) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Case could be thinner for easier pocketability (reviewer would prefer it slimmer) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • New case cannot be opened one-handed and is thicker (though technically smaller), which may be a step back for portability — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case is chunkier than Buds 3 Pro despite same battery life — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Case is slightly thick (a bit bulky) though compact overall — Technical Guruji · ▶ Watch
Connectivity and Stability (18)
  • No multipoint Bluetooth (only automatic switching between Galaxy devices) — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung's seamless codec support may not always yield noticeable advantage; AAC on iPhone sometimes sounded better — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Many advanced features and best performance (high-res codec, auto switching, tighter integration) are limited to Samsung devices — outside Samsung you’re mostly on AAC/SBC — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Multipoint is unreliable/broken; no true seamless multi-point switching between phone and laptop without Samsung Wearable app — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Frequent refusal to switch to PC; hit-and-miss behavior outside Samsung ecosystem — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Samsung's codec strategy: removal/stripping of open-source aptX codecs on Samsung phones limits compatibility and seems aimed to favor Samsung products — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Does not support multipoint connection with other brands (no multi-point for non-Samsung devices) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • No true multipoint connection (can't be simultaneously connected to two different devices) — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • Lack of Google's Fast Pair — pairing with non-Samsung Android devices is less quick/seamless — TechTalkTV · ▶ Watch
  • No multipoint Bluetooth connection; seamless switching only between two Samsung devices on same account — ▶ Watch
  • No multipoint support — requires manual pairing when switching between non-Samsung devices (frustrating) — ▶ Watch
  • No true multipoint Bluetooth connectivity (only seamless switching among Samsung devices) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • No seamless auto-switching between non-Samsung devices (e.g., Mac to S25 Ultra requires manual switching) — zollotech · ▶ Watch
  • Not universal multipoint (automatic switching limited to compatible Galaxy devices) — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Not true multi-point: cannot stay connected to two non-Samsung devices (e.g., phone and MacBook) simultaneously without manual switching — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • No true multipoint Bluetooth (only seamless switching on Samsung devices) — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Multipoint is limited when switching between non-Samsung devices — may require repairing and is inconvenient. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Automatic device‑to‑device switching is restricted to Samsung account devices and won't auto‑switch across other Android brands — ▶ Watch
Battery Life (16)
  • Ultra high quality audio and super wide band speech use more battery and can affect connection/latency — GregglesTV · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life not improved: roughly up to 6 hours with ANC on and ~20 hours in case; falls short of competitors and previous long-lasting models — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Eight hours single-charge figure referenced as disappointing compared to older models (Galaxy Buds Plus had 11 hours) — CNET · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is good but not class-leading — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is mediocre—about 6 hours with ANC on, lagging behind competitors offering ~8 hours — Tech It Easy · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life (~6 hours with ANC) is only industry par and shorter than some competitors (AirPods Pro 3, Sony WF-1000XM6) — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Relatively poor battery life compared to expectations and competitors (about 7 hours without ANC; ~4–5 hours with ANC) — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Battery can drain quickly with high-end features on, leading to running out of music when needed — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life averages ~5–6 hours with ANC on (up to ~7 hours with ANC off) — Vladimir Kostek · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer has not yet tested real-world battery life (uncertain battery performance) — Tech Lab · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is fairly average (not class-leading) — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is just fine but behind competitors (about 5–6 hours vs 7–8 hours from Apple or Sony) — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is 6 hours with ANC on, below some competitors (AirPods Pro 3 and Sony XM6 at ~8+ hours) — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is significantly impacted when using high-quality streaming — Beez World · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life, while improved, is still modest (around 6 hours) — better than prior but not class-leading. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
  • Actual battery life depends heavily on volume/use (4.5 hours ANC quoted may vary) — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Comfort and Fit (15)
  • No extra physical support (no fins/hooks) so fit/seal is critical — poor fit will harm comfort and ANC — Sean Talks Tech · ▶ Watch
  • Ear tips are silicone (not foam) and seem proprietary — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • Fit can be ear-shape dependent — previous models had loose fit for some users (noted as context) — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Ear housing is bulky and nozzle design makes swapping ear tips difficult — ▶ Watch
  • Long-term comfort only okay; presence is strong and buds may feel like they could pop out when laughing — ▶ Watch
  • Some ear fatigue after about 3–4 hours of continuous use — ▶ Watch
  • Less secure fit for some users; may not stay in ears well (especially during running) and ear tip design can make fit inconsistent — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Proprietary ear tip locking mechanism makes switching/removing tips difficult and risks ripping tips — TechRadar · ▶ Watch
  • Not ideal for side sleepers (not great for sleeping comfort in that use-case) — Mike O'Brien · ▶ Watch
  • Silicone tips lead to weaker passive isolation compared with foam/foam-infused tips used by competitors — Steve DOES · ▶ Watch
  • Ear tips are extremely hard to remove; risk of ripping silicone when changing sizes — Thao Huynh · ▶ Watch
  • Only three sizes of proprietary ear tips (many competitors offer at least four), which can limit proper seal — Picky Audio · ▶ Watch
  • Physical seal/passive isolation is a bit relaxed (consequence of very comfortable fit), which may reduce ANC effectiveness — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Fit may not suit everyone despite being generally very comfortable — RecordingNOW · ▶ Watch
  • Ear tips are pop-off style and require force to remove; risk of damaging tips if removed incorrectly. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch
Other (15)
  • Not ideal for iPhone users—best suited to Samsung/Android devices — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Price is high (mentioned ~₹2299 / $299) — may be borderline for some despite upgrades — Tech Review with Janak · ▶ Watch
  • Some features (24-bit hi‑fi) require a Samsung device to get full benefit — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Transparency mode still not as natural/magical as AirPods Pro 3 — you can feel/have reminders of wearing earbuds — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Not quite as good as AirPods Pro 3 in ANC and transparency — differences noticeable in A/B testing — Mark Ellis Reviews · ▶ Watch
  • Unclear whether metal advertised is actual metal — some parts appear plastic (marketing feel) — ShortCircuit · ▶ Watch
  • May benefit from foam-infused tips — current tips provide less passive noise isolation than foam-tipped competitors — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Voice assistant (Gemini/voice wake-up) stopped working intermittently and required unpairing/re-pairing to temporarily fix — flaky behaviour — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Charging/case issue experienced where case blinked red and buds stopped charging (dirty contacts/moisture warning) — needed cleaning to resolve — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Battery life is poor compared to competitors — about 6 hours with ANC on (less with high-res audio) versus ~8 hours on rivals — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Not the best choice if you’re outside the Galaxy ecosystem mainly due to shorter battery life — 6 Months Later · ▶ Watch
  • Doesn't support aptX or LDAC—only SBC, AAC, and Samsung Scalable Codec — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • Reviewer omitted detailed battery testing (forgot to fully evaluate battery life) — minor uncertainty about real-world maximums (implicit limitation). — Josh Quiñonez · ▶ Watch
  • Charging case is not water-resistant — if the case gets wet it can short out and require replacement — MIDNIGHTSKYWOLF · ▶ Watch
  • ANC performance varies by frequency/situation — not universally better than AirPods (some sounds still audible in office) — TechOdyssey · ▶ Watch
Call Quality (8)
  • Built-in microphones for calls are "nothing special" (not exceptional) — Marques Brownlee · ▶ Watch
  • Microphone latency/monitoring lag when using buds as microphones for recording video — echo of own voice, annoying; low-latency/gaming mode reduces but doesn't eliminate it — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Microphone performance can degrade in noisy environments due to aggressive noise suppression/compression of higher frequencies — TechToko · ▶ Watch
  • Ambient sound during calls can echo your voice and be annoying; preference is to disable it — HotshotTek · ▶ Watch
  • Microphone can exhibit warbling/glitchy artifacts in environmental noise despite clearer voice — crinacle · ▶ Watch
  • ट्रैफिक/आउटडोर कंडीशन में हल्की विंड नॉइज़ और कॉल क्लैरिटी थोड़ा कम हो सकती है (80–85%) — Mr LazyTech · ▶ Watch
  • Microphone quality disappointed in noisy outdoor environment (poor wind/noise handling for calls/recordings) — ▶ Watch
  • Microphones sometimes have trouble selecting which mic to use (minor wonkiness), with occasional failures picking up certain voices. — SoundGuys · ▶ Watch

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Is the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro worth buying?

Based on 36 independent YouTube reviews, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro scores 3.8/5 with 574 positive and 257 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #60 in the True Wireless Earbuds category.

What do reviewers like most about the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro?

The most praised aspects are controls and features, sound quality, noise cancellation — Controls and Features (129 mentions), Sound Quality (101 mentions), Noise Cancellation (73 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro?

Reviewers most frequently criticize sound quality, value for money — Sound Quality (43 mentions), Value for Money (37 mentions).

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