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Tribit FlyBuds 3 Wireless Earbuds

Tribit FlyBuds 3 Wireless Earbuds

By Tribit · Budget Wireless Earbuds · Audio & Electronics · More from Tribit

  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • IPX8 waterproof
  • Up to 100 h playtime with case (5 h per charge)
  • 2600 mAh charging case doubles as power bank
  • Audio codecs: SBC, AAC

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Summary

Tribit FlyBuds 3 is a budget true-wireless in-ear pair with a 2600 mAh case that also charges a phone, IPX8 water resistance per the manufacturer and no active noise cancellation. Check the sound signature before you buy: the bass- and treble-heavy tuning has no app or EQ to tame it.

Strengths

  • PCMag awarded Editors’ Choice for budget true wireless earphones, praising bass-forward sound, battery life, waterproofing, fit stability and price.
  • About 5 hours per charge and roughly 100 hours with the case, plus a case that charges a phone.
  • IPX8 water resistance per the manufacturer (IPX7 per PCMag), suited to gym and wet use.
  • Six eartip sets and three earfin pairs give a secure fit for most ears.
  • Quick pairing and all-day battery life drew praise in retailer reviews.
  • Strong value at the manufacturer’s $39.99 price (2026).

Weaknesses

  • No volume or track-back controls on the earbuds.
  • No companion app and no EQ; the sound is heavily bass- and treble-sculpted.
  • Bulky, slippery case with no wireless charging.
  • Single-device pairing only; no true simultaneous multipoint and no auto-pause on removal.
  • Mixed call microphone quality and inconsistent touch responsiveness in owner reports.

Verified specifications

ModelBTH92.
Bluetooth5.0.
Wireless rangeup to 33 ft (10 m).
Audio codecsSBC, AAC; no AptX.
Playtimeup to 5 hours per charge; up to 100 hours with the charging case; 19 full recharges from the case (manufacturer).
Manufacturer marketing also claims up to 7 hours per charge and up to 110 hours total.
PCMag cites Tribit’s estimate as 5 hours on a single charge plus 95 extra hours in the case.
AndroidGuys measured roughly 70% battery remaining after about 1 hour and judged the 5-hour claim accurate.
Charging timeabout 1.5 hours (90 minutes) for the earbuds in the case; about 2 hours for the case with a cable.
Charging case battery2600 mAh; doubles as a power bank for mobile devices.
Water resistanceIPX8 per the manufacturer; IPX7 per PCMag.
Eartips6 sets of eargels (manufacturer); 5 sets per the manual; 3 earfin pairs for added stability (PCMag); 5 pairs of tips plus 2 pairs of ear hooks (Gadgeteer).
Controlstouch controls — double-tap play/pause/answer/end call, triple-tap skip forward, press-and-hold 2 seconds voice assistant/reject call; no volume or track-back control.
Microphonepresent; PCMag found decent intelligibility with some Bluetooth distortion and a slightly faint signal; AndroidGuys found audio clear on both ends.
App/EQnone. The manufacturer page links to a Tribit app, but PCMag states FlyBuds 3 has no EQ or app control.
Active noise cancellationnone.
Dimensionscase 3.40 × 2.00 × 1.20 in (AndroidGuys); overall 300 × 85 × 117 mm (12 × 3.35 × 4.6 in), 106.2 g (3.75 oz) for earbuds plus case (Gadgeteer); HiFiReport also cites about 106.2 g / 3.75 oz.
In the boxear hooks (2 pairs), earbud L/R plus charging case, USB-C charging cable, ear tips (5 sets), user manual, thank-you card (manual); Gadgeteer lists two pairs of ear hooks, five pairs of ear tips, USB-A to USB-C cable, manual, thank-you card.
Warrantynot stated on the manufacturer or PCMag pages read; AndroidGuys (2020) reported a 30-day money-back guarantee and an 18-month replacement warranty.
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Sound and fit

PCMag (2020) found strong low-frequency response without distortion at top levels on intense sub-bass tracks; bass-forward, sculpted sound with bright highs; drums and vocals get extra low-mid richness; orchestral tracks sound bass-overpowering. AndroidGuys found balanced mids and no distortion on heavy bass tracks. The Gadgeteer measured frequency response from 20 Hz to about 17 kHz and found bass sometimes muddy on classical but good overall. Fit: six eartip sets (manufacturer) and three earfin pairs (PCMag); Gadgeteer found fit good even in small ears; HiFiReport noted comfort for small ears, long shifts, travel and yard work. No RTINGS-style instrumented data or measured latency was found on the pages read.

Battery life and charging

The manufacturer rates about 5 hours per charge and about 100 hours total with the case, with 19 full recharges; marketing also claims up to 7 hours per charge and up to 110 hours total. PCMag cites 5 hours single charge plus 95 extra hours in the case. AndroidGuys measured roughly 70% battery remaining after about 1 hour and judged the 5-hour claim accurate. Charging takes about 1.5 hours (90 minutes) for the earbuds in the case and about 2 hours for the case with a cable. The case holds 2600 mAh and can charge a phone. The case does not support wireless charging. Earbuds can store pairing info for multiple devices but only one device at a time, and there is no auto-pause when removing an earbud.

Controls and calls

Touch controls: double-tap play/pause/answer/end call, triple-tap skip forward, press-and-hold 2 seconds voice assistant/reject call. There is no volume or track-back control. The microphone is present; PCMag found decent intelligibility with some Bluetooth distortion and a slightly faint signal, while AndroidGuys found audio clear on both ends. Retailer reports mention inconsistent tap responsiveness and mixed call microphone quality. There is no companion app and no EQ.

Durability and water resistance

The manufacturer states IPX8; PCMag states IPX7. The manufacturer FAQ says keep away from soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion and perfume; do not wear in a sauna or steam room; performance may weaken over time. After water exposure, shake off water and dry before reuse. No repair or parts program was stated on the pages read. Warranty terms: the manufacturer and PCMag pages read do not state a warranty length; AndroidGuys (2020) reported a 30-day money-back guarantee and an 18-month replacement warranty; whether those terms still apply is unknown.

Is it worth it?

At $39.99 from the manufacturer (2026), strong value per PCMag’s Editors’ Choice for a waterproof pair with long battery life and a phone-charging case, provided you accept a heavily bass- and treble-sculpted sound with no EQ. Above that range, compare pairs with flatter tuning or app-based EQ. Buyers wanting neutral tuning, multi-device pairing or wireless charging should look elsewhere. The power-bank case and multi-week battery are the differentiators versus compact budget rivals.

Which model this is

This page covers the Tribit FlyBuds 3 true wireless earbuds, model BTH92, sold in Black and White (White sold out on the manufacturer page at check time); HiFiReport specs list Black and pink. Bluetooth 5.0 in-ear earbuds with a charging case that doubles as a power bank. Do not confuse with FlyBuds 1, FlyBuds C1, C1 Pro, C2, NC, FlyBuds 3mini or Movebuds H1. ASIN B088LW4JKR.

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