Shure AONIC 3
Workout Earphones

AONIC 3

Shure

Released Jan 1, 2020 · Analysis updated Apr 1, 2026

Durable all-metal workout earphones with balanced sound and a lightweight, isolating fit. The Shure AONIC 3 scores 78/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the workout earphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Whathifi, Audiophileon, Techradar, and Majorhifi.

Critic Score

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78

based on 5 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Comfortable fit with good isolation(2)
  • Excellent, balanced sound(2)

Cons

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5 Expert Reviews

95
Established publication01/2020

Breathtakingly musical and comfy to wear, the Shure Aonic 3s remain the benchmark for in-ear headphones at this level.

85
Independent publication08/2024

Shure has not killed the competition at this price point, but the Aonic 3 stands out as an option rather than a stand-alone.

85
Major publication06/2024

The Shure AONIC 3 wired earbuds deliver superb sound quality with excellent noise isolation and customization options, though they come at a premium price.

78
Independent publication10/2020

Shure lays down another enjoyable product that produces a clean, accurate timbre for analytical listeners for an inexpensive price.

45
Independent publication03/2022

The Shure AONIC 3 has good localization and resolution but suffers from a marked lack of extension and transparency, creating a rare lo-fi sound.