{
  "id": 20197878,
  "title": "Tribit FlyBuds C3 review: earbuds with impressive sound but underwhelming ANC",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/tribit-flybuds-c3-review-earbuds-with-impressive-sound-but",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-15T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/tribit-flybuds-c3-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Tribit FlyBuds C3 are earbuds that offer impressive sound quality at a low price point, but their active noise cancellation (ANC) is underwhelming. This review covers the features, performance, and design of the FlyBuds C3.\n\nUpon first glance, the Tribit FlyBuds C3 seem impressive, especially given their affordable price tag of $39.99 / £49.99 (about AU$60). They feature active noise cancellation, customizable EQ, and a six-microphone system for clear voice calls. At $39.99 / £49.99, these features sound like a great deal, but how do they perform in real-life use?\n\nFirst, let's discuss the active noise cancellation. The C3 offers five levels of ANC strength, capable of blocking sounds up to 45dB. In practice, however, the ANC on the FlyBuds C3 is disappointing. While walking, nearby chatter and passing vehicles were dulled, but still audible. In an office setting, the noise of typing remained clear even at 70% volume. The ANC does dull your surroundings, but it doesn't block them entirely. However, there is an effective ambient mode that allows you to stay aware of your environment while listening to music or taking phone calls.\n\nThe other features of the FlyBuds C3 are impressive. There are detailed EQ options, with presets for specific genres and use cases, as well as a full 10-band equalizer for more granular control. Low-latency game mode, multi-point connectivity, and a hearing protection option are also included. The customizable touch controls are an appreciated feature, allowing you to avoid accidental button presses and map specific controls to each bud.\n\nCall quality is adequate for the price, with good speech replication, but some sibilance and limited background noise carving. ANC performance leaves room for improvement, and battery life is surprisingly average, with only five hours with ANC on and seven hours without, despite the case offering up to 35 hours of playtime.\n\nThe sound quality of the FlyBuds C3 is decent for the price. Treble can get a bit edgy at high volumes, and the mid-range needs some EQ tweaking to sound its best. However, the powerful bass really stands out. When listening to Right Before My Eyes by N n G, the low end hit with impressive depth and agility, without sounding muddy or unregimented. In John Coltrane's 2020 remaster of Giant Steps, the midrange instruments were recessed but became clean and expressive with EQ adjustments, and the keys were well-separated from the leading saxophone. Overall, the FlyBuds C3 provide good sound for their price, with some areas that could be improved upon.\n\nDesign-wise, the FlyBuds C3 are simple and functional. The earbuds are small and lightweight, housed in a compact charging case. While the plastic appearance may seem cheap, the price should be forgiven for the overall functionality and stylish design in-use. The medium ear tips provided a comfortable fit, and the IP55 waterproofing makes them suitable for workouts or light rain.",
  "summary": "Tribit’s new wireless earbuds sound pretty Fly, and their modest asking price makes them pretty tempting — but they fall short of their rivals in one crucial area.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tribit FlyBuds C3 priced at $39.99 with impressive sound quality",
    "Active noise cancellation underwhelming, blocks up to 45dB",
    "Customizable EQ, multi-point connectivity, and IP55 waterproofing"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}