OnePlus Buds Pro 3 vs Poly Voyager Free 60+ Comparison
Compare OnePlus Buds Pro 3 vs Poly Voyager Free 60+ side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.
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At a Glance
On Android and want premium earbud features without flagship pricing? The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are noise-cancelling earbuds with an 11 mm woofer and 6 mm tweeter per bud, adaptive ANC up to 50 dB, LHDC 5.0 hi-res audio and up to 43 hours of battery with the case.
- Best For
- Android users who want hi-res audio
- Launch Price
- $179.99
- Dust/Water Rating
- IP55
- Bluetooth Codecs
- SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0
- Noise Cancelling
- Adaptive ANC, up to 50 dB
- ANC Reduction
- 50 dB
- Mics per Bud
- 3
- Battery (Buds)
- 6 h
- Battery (With Case)
- 25.5 (ANC on), 43 (ANC off)
- Multipoint
- Yes (dual connection)
Moving between airport lounges and laptop calls? The Poly Voyager Free 60+ UC are business earbuds with hybrid adaptive ANC, three microphones per bud, a BT700 USB adapter and a touchscreen charging case that controls calls and streams audio from a 3.5 mm source.
- Best For
- Travellers who take PC and phone calls
- Launch Price
- —
- Dust/Water Rating
- IP54
- Bluetooth Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX, mSBC, LC3 (with BT700)
- Noise Cancelling
- Hybrid adaptive ANC
- ANC Reduction
- —
- Mics per Bud
- —
- Battery (Buds)
- 8 h
- Battery (With Case)
- 24 h
- Multipoint
- Yes
Review Scores Compared
Expert Score
Voice & Call Noise Isolation
ANC & Transparency
Battery & Case Charging
Fit, Stability & Portability
Connectivity & UC Integration
Sound & Audio Quality
Editorial Reviews Comparison
Voice & Call Noise Isolation
- OnePlus Buds Pro 39.3/10Leader
- Poly Voyager Free 60+8.6/10
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Three microphones per bud handle calls, with AI noise reduction to separate your voice from background noise. For laptop meetings they work as standard Bluetooth headsets. A business earbud with a dongle remains better for daily Teams use. Colleagues on Teams or Zoom will hear you clearly from a quiet room, but in a busy cafe the voice processing can clip the ends of words.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
Each bud has three microphones that steer toward your mouth, with WindSmart processing for outdoor calls. Poly also lets you set sidetone to low, medium or high, so you can hear your own voice naturally. For call-heavy days, a boom headset such as the Poly Voyager Focus 2 places a mic closer to the mouth.
ANC & Transparency
- OnePlus Buds Pro 39.6/10Leader
- Poly Voyager Free 60+9.5/10
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
OnePlus rates adaptive ANC at up to 50 dB, with a transparency mode for hearing your surroundings. Cancellation is strong on public transport and in offices, competing with more expensive flagships against low-frequency noise. Voices and sudden sounds get through a little more than with Bose. Adaptive mode adjusts strength to your environment, which helps battery life in quieter spaces.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
Hybrid adaptive ANC uses inner and outer microphones and adjusts for how well the buds fit. A transparency mode lets surrounding sound through when you need it. On a plane or bus the cancellation is respectable for business buds, cutting steady engine noise well. It is weaker against voices and sudden sounds, where Apple and Bose are ahead.
Battery & Case Charging
- OnePlus Buds Pro 37.6/10
- Poly Voyager Free 60+8.9/10Leader
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
OnePlus quotes up to 43 hours total with the case using AAC and ANC off, or 25.5 hours with ANC on. That covers several days of commuting before charging the case. LHDC with ANC drops total time to about 21.5 hours. The case supports USB-C and wireless charging, and fast charging gives hours of playback from a short top-up.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
Poly lists up to 5.5 hours of talk time per charge, or 16.5 hours with the case. With ANC on, music runs up to 8 hours, or 24 hours in total. A 15-minute charge gives about 1 hour 12 minutes of talk time, and standby lasts up to 30 days including the case.
Fit, Stability & Portability
- OnePlus Buds Pro 38.9/10Leader
- Poly Voyager Free 60+8.1/10
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
The stem design is larger than some rivals, but the buds sit securely. OnePlus includes several tip sizes, and the buds are water resistant for sweat and rain. The stems are easy to grip for removing and adjusting, and touch controls on the stem respond reliably. Smaller ears may find the stems press against the tragus after a couple of hours, so try each tip size before deciding.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
Each bud weighs 5.8 g and measures about 16 x 26 x 38 mm, with a short stem. Poly includes S, M and L ear tips and a pressure-relief design. IP54 covers splashes and dust. That is enough for rain on the commute but less than the IP57 that Jabra and Apple offer.
Connectivity & UC Integration
- OnePlus Buds Pro 37.1/10
- Poly Voyager Free 60+9.9/10Leader
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Bluetooth 5.4 supports dual connection to two devices at once and Google Fast Pair on Android. Dual connection keeps the buds linked to a phone and laptop, so calls switch automatically. The HeyMelody app adds EQ and settings on non-OnePlus phones. On OnePlus phones, controls are built into the system settings, which makes setup faster than on other devices.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
The buds use Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint to two devices and remember up to eight. The BT700 adapter extends range to about 30 m and supports Microsoft Swift Pair on Windows. The touchscreen case shows battery, mute state and volume, and lets you switch between the two active devices. Plug the included cable into a seatback socket, and the case streams that audio to the buds at up to about 3 m.
Sound & Audio Quality
- OnePlus Buds Pro 39.5/10Leader
- Poly Voyager Free 60+8.6/10
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Each bud combines an 11 mm woofer and a 6 mm tweeter. LHDC 5.0 supports up to 24-bit / 192 kHz at 1 Mbps on compatible phones, with AAC and SBC for others. The two-way design gives deep, controlled bass and clear treble, with Dynaudio tuning that avoids harshness. Detail is strong for the price, and the EQ in the app lets you fine-tune the balance.
Poly Voyager Free 60+
Each bud has a 10 mm speaker, larger than most business earbuds use. Poly applies a dynamic EQ that switches between wideband voice, up to 7 kHz on PC calls, and a full 20 Hz to 20 kHz media mode. In media mode they have more bass punch than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, and music sounds fuller.
Why OnePlus Buds Pro 3 Beats Poly Voyager Free 60+ (and Vice Versa)
Why OnePlus Buds Pro 3 beats Poly Voyager Free 60+
- Better sound & audio quality: 9.5 vs 8.6 out of 10
- Better fit, stability & portability: 8.9 vs 8.1 out of 10
- Better voice & call noise isolation: 9.3 vs 8.6 out of 10
- Bud Weight: 5.29 g vs 5.8 g
- Case Weight: 50.62 g vs 80 g
- Water Resistance: IP55 vs IP54 splash and dust resistant
Why Poly Voyager Free 60+ beats OnePlus Buds Pro 3
- Better connectivity & uc integration: 9.9 vs 7.1 out of 10
- Better battery & case charging: 8.9 vs 7.6 out of 10
- Battery (Buds): 8 h vs 6 h
- Case Battery: 580 mAh vs 566 mAh
- Bud Battery: 70 mAh vs 58 mAh
- Call Time: 5.5 h vs 4 h
Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.
Full Specifications
General
| OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Poly Voyager Free 60+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Android users who want hi-res audio | Travellers who take PC and phone calls |
| Fit Type | True wireless in-ear (stem) | True wireless in-ear |
| Release Year | 2024 Better | 2022 |
| Launch Price | $179.99 | — |
| Case Weight | 50.62 g Better | 80 g |
| Water Resistance | IP55 Better | IP54 splash and dust resistant |
| Colors | Midnight Opus, Lunar Radiance, Sapphire Blue | Carbon Black, White Sand |
| Bud Style | — | Short stem |
| Sensitivity | 97 ± 3 dB at 1 kHz | — |
| Lossless Audio | Hi-res up to 24-bit / 192 kHz (LHDC 5.0) | — |
| Hearing Health Features | — | SoundGuard Digital (G616) |
| Microphone Setup | Three per bud | Three microphones per earbud |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Charging Time | 1.17 h Better | 2 h |
| Case Battery | 566 mAh | 580 mAh Better |
| Bud Battery | 58 mAh | 70 mAh Better |
| Wireless Range | 10 m | 30 m Better |
| LE Audio / Auracast | — | LC3 with the included BT700 adapter (mono and stereo telephony) |
| Google Fast Pair | Yes | — |
| Microsoft Swift Pair | — | Yes |
| Paired Devices | — | 8 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | SPP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP, SPP |
| Single-Bud Use | — | Yes |
| Controls | Touch on stem | Button plus touch gestures; touchscreen case |
| Companion App | HeyMelody (non-OnePlus phones) | Poly Lens |
| Wear Detection | — | Yes |
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google |
| Custom Controls | Yes | Yes (gesture control on the buds; touch display on the case) |
| In the Box | Earbuds, charging case, USB-C cable, ear tips (XS/S/M/L, M pre-installed) | Earbuds, touchscreen charge case, BT700 adapter, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, S/M/L ear tips |
| Warranty | — | 2-year limited |
| Model Number | Buds Pro 3 | Voyager Free 60+ UC |
| OS Compatibility | Android, iOS | Windows 10/11, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Works With | — | Microsoft Teams, Zoom and other UC apps |
Voice & Call Noise Isolation
| OnePlus Buds Pro 39.3/10 Better | Poly Voyager Free 60+8.6/10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Mics per Bud | 3 | — |
| Microphones | 6 | 6 |
| Bone-Conduction Sensor | Yes | — |
| Wind Noise Reduction | — | Yes (WindSmart) |
| Call Noise Reduction | AI noise reduction Better | Noise-blocking algorithms |
ANC & Transparency
| OnePlus Buds Pro 39.6/10 Better | Poly Voyager Free 60+9.5/10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | Adaptive ANC, up to 50 dB | Hybrid adaptive ANC |
| Adaptive ANC | Yes | Yes |
| ANC Reduction | 50 dB | — |
| Transparency Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes |
Battery & Case Charging
| OnePlus Buds Pro 37.6/10 | Poly Voyager Free 60+8.9/10 Better | |
|---|---|---|
| Call Time | 4 h | 5.5 h Better |
| Battery (Buds) | 6 h | 8 h Better |
| Battery (With Case) | 25.5 (ANC on), 43 (ANC off) Better | 24 h |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes (Qi) |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes (15 min = 1 h 12 min talk) |
| Battery (Buds, ANC Off) | 10 h | — |
Fit, Stability & Portability
| OnePlus Buds Pro 38.9/10 Better | Poly Voyager Free 60+8.1/10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Bud Weight | 5.29 g Better | 5.8 g |
| Ear Tip Sizes | XS, S, M, L (M pre-installed) | S, M, L |
| Dust/Water Rating | IP55 | IP54 |
| Ear Hooks / Wings | — | No |
| Case Dimensions | 64.70 x 52.45 x 25.75 mm | 54.5 x 72 x 33.1 mm |
Connectivity & UC Integration
| OnePlus Buds Pro 37.1/10 | Poly Voyager Free 60+9.9/10 Better | |
|---|---|---|
| USB Dongle | No | Poly BT700 (USB-C, USB-A adapter) Better |
| Multipoint | Yes (dual connection) | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 Better | 5.3 |
Sound & Audio Quality
| OnePlus Buds Pro 39.5/10 Better | Poly Voyager Free 60+8.6/10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 Better | SBC, AAC, aptX, mSBC, LC3 (with BT700) |
| Driver Size | 11 + 6 Better | 10 mm |
| Driver Type | Dual dynamic (woofer and tweeter) Better | Dynamic |
| Custom EQ | Yes | — |
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz - 40 kHz | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (media); up to 7 kHz (PC voice) |
Takeaways
- It's a tie on our rating (4.4/5) between OnePlus Buds Pro 3 and Poly Voyager Free 60+, so choose on the rows that matter most to you.
- Choose OnePlus Buds Pro 3 for android users who want hi-res audio.
- Choose Poly Voyager Free 60+ for travellers who take PC and phone calls.
Pros and Cons
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
PROS
- Dual drivers tuned with Dynaudio
- Strong 50 dB adaptive ANC
- LHDC 5.0 hi-res support
- Long total battery life
CONS
- Best codecs need OnePlus or compatible phones
- Stem design is large
- Call quality is average outdoors
Poly Voyager Free 60+
PROS
- Touchscreen charging case
- Three mics per bud with WindSmart
- Adaptive ANC
- BT700 USB adapter and Qi charging
CONS
- Per-charge talk time is still earbud-class
- Larger case than minimalist buds
- Premium price versus simpler UC buds
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Quick Verdict
- OnePlus Buds Pro 3 8.8Leads in Voice & Call Noise Isolation, ANC & Transparency, Fit, Stability & Portability
- Poly Voyager Free 60+ 8.9Best overallLeads in Battery & Case Charging, Connectivity & UC Integration




