The Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless are the next generation of the Anker SoundCore Life P2 Truly Wireless. They have a more comfortable fit than their predecessor, and they also come with some new features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and compatibility with the Anker Soundcore app. Using the app, you can cycle between either 'ANC', 'Ambient', and 'Normal' modes, and you can also set the ANC to either 'Indoor', 'Outdoor', or 'Transport' mode. They have a bass-heavy sound profile out-of-the-box, and you can also use the graphic EQ and presets in the app to help customize their sound.
Our Verdict
The Anker Life P3 are decent for neutral sound. Out-of-the-box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile that adds thump and rumble to your audio, which can be a bit overwhelming for listeners who prefer a more neutral sound. That said, the rest of the range is quite balanced, so vocals and lead instruments reproduce clearly. You can even use the graphic EQ and presets in the Anker Soundcore app to customize their sound.
- Graphic EQ and presets.
- Terrible passive soundstage due to in-ear design.
The Anker Life P3 are very good for commute and travel. Thanks to their adjustable ANC feature, they can block out the bass-heavy rumble of bus and plane engines and higher frequency sounds like chatter from other passengers. They have a comfortable fit suitable for long days on the go, and their portable design fits easily into your pockets. They only last a little over five hours with the ANC on, but their case offers some extra charges.
- Amazing noise isolation.
- Comfortable fit.
- 5.7-hour continuous battery life.
The Anker Life P3 are great for sports and fitness. They have a stable fit in your ears, so they shouldn't fall out during your workouts. They're also comfortable and breathable, meaning that you shouldn't sweat more than usual while wearing them. While their touch-sensitive controls are easy to use mid-workout, unfortunately, they have a limited control scheme, so you may need to use your phone to adjust their volume or skip to a previous track. Luckily, you can remap controls to your liking using their companion app.
- Comfortable fit.
- Stable enough for workouts.
- Limited control scheme out of the box.
The Anker Life P3 are satisfactory for office use. They're comfortable enough to wear during long days at work, and their ANC feature can help block out ambient sounds like coworkers chatting around you as well as the hum of nearby computer equipment. While they only last for over five hours off a single charge, you can recharge them using their portable case that holds around four extra charges. Unfortunately, their microphone performance isn't very impressive, so they may not be ideal for making calls at the office.
- Amazing noise isolation.
- Comfortable fit.
- 5.7-hour continuous battery life.
- Mic makes voice sound thin and unnatural.
The Anker Life P3 are compatible with Bluetooth-enabled PCs. However, their latency is likely too high to be suitable for gaming.
The Anker Life P3 are wireless-only, so they aren't suitable for wired gaming.
The Anker Life P3 are fair for phone calls. They have an integrated microphone that offers a mediocre recording quality, so your voice sounds thin and unnatural to whoever's on the other end of the line. That said, they should still be able to understand you, as long as you're calling from a quiet environment. On the upside, their ANC feature can help block out distracting background noises so you can focus on your call.
- Amazing noise isolation.
- Mic makes voice sound thin and unnatural.
Changelog
- Updated Jun 14, 2024: This review's Battery section now compares these earbuds to the Anker Soundcore P40i True Wireless.
- Updated Sep 20, 2023: Added a comparison to the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless in the Bluetooth box.
- Updated Mar 07, 2023: We've added a comparison between these headphones and the EarFun Air Pro 3 in Bluetooth.
- Updated Dec 23, 2022: We've added a comparison between these headphones and the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 True Wireless in Bluetooth.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Anker SoundCore Life P3 come in 'Black', 'Navy Blue', 'Sky Blue', 'Oat White', and 'Coral Red'. We tested the 'Black' variant, but we expect all color variants to perform similarly. You can see the label for the model we tested here.
If you come across another version, let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.
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The Anker SoundCore Life P3 are the next generation of the Anker SoundCore Life P2 Truly Wireless. These headphones are compatible with the Anker Soundcore app, which gives you access to many customization features, including a unique adjustable ANC feature, button remapping, and a graphic EQ and presets. They don't sit as deep in your ears as their predecessor, so they have a more comfortable fit.
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The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless are slightly better earbuds than the Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless. The Liberty 4 NC have a longer battery life and support 3D Surround Sound, a virtual soundstage feature available in the Anker Soundcore app. That said, both earbuds have the same level of customizability via the app, including a graphic EQ and presets, as well as onboard control configuration.
The Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless have a slight edge over the Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless. While both headphones are comfortable and well-built, the Space A40 have a longer continuous battery life and support multi-device pairing. However, for phone calls, you might prefer the Life P3, which captures your voice more accurately.
The Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless and Anker Soundcore P40i are both earbuds with a solid ANC system. The P3 deliver more consistent audio and leak less audio into the room. Meanwhile, both earbuds share similar in-app features like EQ and virtual surround sound, as well as an IPX5 rating against water splashes. One upside of the P40i is their continuous battery life, which is over nine hours compared to the P3's 5.7 hours of battery.
The Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless and the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 True Wireless have different strengths and depending on your usage, you may prefer either one. Although both headphones are comfortable and well-built, the P3 have a more neutral sound profile, which some users may prefer, and their ANC is able to block out a superior amount of background noise. However, the Liberty 4 support multi-device pairing, have a more robust companion app, and can access Anker's Spatial Audio for a more immersive audio experience.
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