Anker’s Soundcore brand has been quietly building some of the best-value audio products on the market. The Liberty 4 Pro costs $130 — $70 less than AirPods Pro 3 — yet includes ANC, spatial audio with head tracking, LDAC support, wireless charging, and a built-in heart rate sensor.
Compared to AirPods Pro 3, the Liberty 4 Pro has slightly less refined ANC — good enough for commutes and offices but not Apple-level in loud environments. Sound quality favors Anker with a more energetic, bass-forward tuning versus Apple’s neutral presentation. The HeartRate sensor in the right earbud is genuinely useful for workouts but drains battery faster. Battery life is about equal at 6 hours with ANC.
Verdict: the Liberty 4 Pro offers 85% of the AirPods Pro 3 experience for 65% of the price. If you are in Apple’s ecosystem and ANC is your priority, get the AirPods. If you want great sound, solid ANC, and $70 in your pocket, Soundcore delivers.