Quick Product Glance
Lightweight, compact design with IPX2 rating for everyday use.
Balanced sound with boosted bass
Passive noise isolation improved with foam tips for clearer listening.
Comfortable fit for long sessions
6 hours battery life + 18 from case, quick charging included.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE Review: Quality Meets Affordability
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are Samsung’s answer to listeners who want everyday wireless earbuds that are affordable, reliable, and easy to use. In this review, we’ll look at how the Buds3 FE perform in terms of design, comfort, sound quality, and battery life, while also exploring how simple upgrades—like switching to Comply® Foam ear tips—can make a noticeable difference.
At Comply Foam, we put earbuds to the test—both with their stock tips and with our memory foam upgrades—to see how they perform in daily listening. Here’s what we found.
Design and Build Quality
The Galaxy Buds3 FE feature Samsung’s familiar minimalist design in a lightweight build that makes them comfortable to wear right out of the case. The charging case is compact, sleek, and slips easily into a pocket. With an IPX2 rating, they’re resistant to light sweat and everyday splashes, making them dependable for commutes, work, and casual workouts.
The included silicone tips are fine for general use, but some listeners may find them a little loose or less secure during long wear or exercise. This is where aftermarket tips like Comply Foam can step in—creating a secure, personalized seal that helps the Buds3 FE stay in place.
🔊 Sound Quality: Quality Meets Affordability
For their price point, the Buds3 FE deliver an enjoyable sound signature. The bass is boosted for energy, mids are clear enough for podcasts and calls, and highs are crisp without being harsh.
One thing to note: the seal you get from the ear tips dramatically impacts sound quality. With the stock silicone tips, the sound is good—but with Comply Foam tips, the bass feels richer, vocals stand out more, and subtle details in music are easier to notice. A proper seal also means you don’t need to turn the volume as high, which can help protect your hearing over time.
Noise Isolation and Calls
While the Buds3 FE don’t include the same adaptive noise-canceling features as Samsung’s premium models, they do a solid job at blocking background noise naturally. The difference is especially noticeable with foam tips, which expand to your ear canal and block out more external distractions.
Call quality is clear thanks to Samsung’s dual-microphone setup, making them reliable for phone calls or virtual meetings.
🚀 Comfort and Fit
Lightweight design makes the Buds3 FE comfortable to wear for extended listening sessions. However, like many in-ear earbuds, the fit depends on ear tip size and material. For some users, stock tips can slip out during activity.
Switching to Comply Foam ear tips provides a custom-like fit that not only stays secure but also adds softness inside the ear canal. This makes them ideal for long flights, daily commutes, or study sessions. Many listeners find foam tips turn earbuds from “good” into “great” by eliminating fit issues.
Battery Life
With up to 6 hours of listening time plus another 18 hours from the case, the Buds3 FE provide enough power for all-day use. Fast charging is also included—just 10 minutes in the case delivers about an hour of playback. Importantly, Comply Foam tips don’t interfere with charging; the buds fit and recharge in the case just as designed.
Who Should Buy the Galaxy Buds3 FE?
These earbuds are a smart choice for:
Samsung fans who want affordable earbuds with Galaxy ecosystem benefits.
Commuters and students looking for a reliable, everyday audio solution.
Fitness enthusiasts who want lightweight earbuds that stay in place.
Anyone wanting to maximize comfort and sound quality by upgrading to Comply Foam tips.
Final Thoughts
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are a strong value in the wireless earbud market, offering a balance of comfort, dependable sound, and simple usability at an accessible price. Out of the box, they deliver what you’d expect—but adding Comply Foam ear tips takes the experience further, with a secure fit, improved comfort, and enhanced sound.
If you’re looking to get the most out of your Galaxy Buds3 FE, pairing them with Comply Foam ear tips is the easiest upgrade you can make.
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Use the Tip Finder tool to find the Comply™ foam tip for your earbuds. You may search device brand, model, or Comply product name to find the compatible tip. When you find your device, click on the “View Tips” button to proceed to the Comply product page. Was your earbud not listed? Please fill out our Device Request Form to notify our team about your earbuds. We have over 2000 compatible devices for Comply tips and your input helps build our compatibility library. We would love to learn about your preferred earbuds!
What Makes Comply Tips Different Than Other Foam Tips?
1. Slower recovery time gives you more time to put earbuds in with a comfortable fit ( Comply foam 10- 20 second release time, other foam 2-5 seconds ).
2. Tips don't swell in the presence of moisture, providing consistent performance.
3. Trusted and used by Global Military Personnel in high noise environments.
4. Comply tips have 50% less pressure on the ear canal than other foam tips. 5. Constructed with user-friendly materials providing a soft and gentle experience for your ear canal.
What is Comply's Guarantee?
Customers who purchase their tips from www.complyfoam.com are eligible for our Guaranteed Fit Program . If you ordered the wrong core size or tip size, email us us within two weeks of receiving your order, and we’ll provide you with a store credit for the product that you can use to replace your tip with the right fit. Please note, this program only applies to earphones that we list as compatible on our website and the customer is responsible for shipping costs of the new product. If you purchased tips through one of our online partners such as Amazon or Bestbuy.com, please utilize their return and exchange process for replacing the tips. Please note, we cannot process returns or exchanges for purchases made from other online partners. .
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