Nothing Ear (3) review

Nothing Ear (3) is a $149 option for Android owners who want noise cancelling and a high-resolution codec without flagship pricing. Nothing's US store page highlights three specs: a Super Mic aimed at call clarity, 45 dB noise cancelling and 24-bit Hi-Res LDAC audio. That 45 dB figure is a useful benchmark, because few makers publish a number for their ANC depth. LDAC only works with phones that support it, which includes many Android models but not iPhones. The weakness for this list is documentation. When we checked on November 13, 2026, the US product page did not show battery life, a water resistance rating or multipoint support, so we scored experience conservatively. If those details decide your purchase, Soundcore Liberty 5 publishes full battery figures for $19 less, and Pixel Buds Pro 2 publish everything for $229. Nothing's store also showed a sale price at times during our check, so watch for discounts.

Who it is for

Android users who want LDAC and ANC under $150

Price

$149 on Nothing's US store.

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Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Super Mic for calls
• 45 dB noise cancelling
• 24-bit Hi-Res LDAC audio
• White or Black finish
• Nothing X app support

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: 45 dB noise cancelling figure published by Nothing
• Strength: LDAC support for compatible Android phones
• Strength: $100 less than AirPods Pro 3
• Weakness: Nothing's US product page lists no battery, water resistance or multipoint figures
• Weakness: LDAC benefits need an LDAC-capable phone, which iPhones are not
• Weakness: Only two colors

Key facts

• Price: $149
• Noise cancelling: 45 dB
• Codec: 24-bit LDAC
• Colors: White, Black
• Call feature: Super Mic

Where it ranks

Nothing Ear (3) is No. 7 in our Best Wireless Earbuds verdict.