For the first time, the regular AirPods and the Pro model both come with noise cancelling. AirPods 5 cost ₦270,800 and AirPods Pro 3 cost ₦336,800, so the gap is ₦66,000. The Wireless Charging Case version of AirPods 5 is only ₦12,000 cheaper than Pro 3.
So the question isn't "do I want noise cancelling?" any more. It's "how do I want them to sit in my ear?" This guide answers that in plain terms.
AirPods 5 vs AirPods Pro 3 at a Glance
| AirPods 5 | AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price at Ziggatech |
₦270,800 (USB-C case) ₦324,800 (Wireless case) |
₦336,800 |
| Fit | Open, no ear tips | Sealed, silicone ear tips |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes, up to 50% more than AirPods 4 with ANC | Yes, the strongest Apple makes |
| Transparency mode and Adaptive Audio | Yes | Yes |
| Conversation Awareness | Yes | Yes |
| Personalised Spatial Audio | Yes, with head tracking | Yes, with head tracking |
| Best for | All-day wear, calls, people who dislike ear tips | Traffic, flights, the gym, maximum quiet |
Prices are live store prices at the time of writing and move with the exchange rate. The product pages always show today's price.
The Real Difference: Open Fit vs Sealed Fit
AirPods 5 rest in your ear. There's no silicone tip pushing into your ear canal, so they're easy to wear for hours and don't give you that blocked-ear feeling. The trade-off is physics: because there's no seal, some sound always gets in. AirPods 5 cancel far more noise than any open-fit AirPods before them, but they can't match earbuds that seal.
AirPods Pro 3 seal your ear. The silicone tips block sound before the noise cancelling even starts, which is why Pro 3 get quieter than AirPods 5. The seal also keeps them firmly in place when you run or train. The trade-off is that some people find ear tips uncomfortable after a few hours.
If you've worn AirPods before and loved the fit, get AirPods 5. If older AirPods kept falling out of your ears, get Pro 3.
Which Should You Buy?
Buy AirPods 5 if...
- You wear earbuds all day, at work or in lectures, and comfort matters more than total silence.
- You make a lot of calls. The open fit means your own voice doesn't sound boomy in your head.
- Ear tips have ever hurt you or felt strange.
- You want to save ₦66,000 and still get proper noise cancelling.
Buy AirPods Pro 3 if...
- You spend hours in Lagos traffic, on a generator-heavy street, or on flights, and want as much quiet as possible.
- You work out in them. The sealed fit stays put on a run.
- You were already looking at the AirPods 5 Wireless Charging Case. For ₦12,000 more, Pro 3 give you the stronger noise cancelling.
Still on a budget?
AirPods 4 with ANC cost ₦246,800, and a Zigga Certified AirPods Pro 2 costs ₦215,800 with a sealed fit and noise cancelling. See every option in our AirPods price guide.
Which AirPods 5 Case Makes Sense Next to Pro 3?
The AirPods 5 USB-C Charging Case at ₦270,800 is the clear value pick. The Wireless Charging Case adds charging on Qi and Apple Watch chargers and swipe-to-adjust volume, but at ₦324,800 it's so close to Pro 3 that you should decide on fit first. Our AirPods 5 price guide covers the two cases in detail.
Try Both Before You Decide
The fit question is easier to answer in your own ears than on a screen. Come to our store at 1A Bashiru Oweh St, off Medical Road (Computer Village), Ikeja, Lagos, and try the difference.
- Original only, brand new and sealed.
- 7-day exchange if something isn't right.
- Same-day delivery in Lagos on orders placed before 12 PM, and 2–3 business days nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AirPods 5 or AirPods Pro 3 better?
AirPods Pro 3 have stronger noise cancelling and a sealed fit that stays put during exercise. AirPods 5 are more comfortable for all-day wear because they have no ear tips, and they cost ₦66,000 less. Choose on fit first.
Do AirPods 5 have the same noise cancelling as AirPods Pro 3?
No. Both have Active Noise Cancellation, but Pro 3 seal your ear with silicone tips, so they block more noise. AirPods 5 cancel up to 50% more noise than AirPods 4 with ANC.
How much are AirPods 5 and AirPods Pro 3 in Nigeria?
At Ziggatech, AirPods 5 cost ₦270,800 with the USB-C Charging Case or ₦324,800 with the Wireless Charging Case. AirPods Pro 3 cost ₦336,800.
Which is better for the gym?
AirPods Pro 3. The silicone tips hold them in place when you run or lift, and the seal keeps noise cancelling strong in a loud gym.
