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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple AirPods (3rd generation) and the Earfun Air Pro 2 both offer a stemmed, closed earbud design with wireless connectivity and integrated microphones. If you prioritize overall sound quality, the Earfun Air Pro 2 slightly outperforms the AirPods, and they also offer better noise isolation, which could be important for environments with lots of background noise. However, the AirPods have better build quality, and are optimized for the Apple ecosystem, offering features like ear detection, AAC codec support, and wireless case charging, making them more suitable for Apple users. On the other hand, the Earfun Air Pro 2 boasts active noise cancelling, a feature not present on the AirPods. Both have similar comfort and soundstage scores. For exercise, both are sweatproof but Earfun offers marginally better fit security. The AirPods have a slightly longer battery life for the earbuds themselves but Earfun's case provides more additional charges. If price is a major concern, the EarFun Air Pro 2 offers a competitive audio experience at a lower cost but might not integrate as seamlessly with Apple devices as the AirPods. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods (3rd generation)
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Earfun Air Pro 2
- The Earfun Air Pro 2 has no clear advantages over the Apple Airpods (3rd generation).
Key differences
Music
7.1
6.4
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is good for music, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.6
6.1
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is good for phone calls, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.6
6.9
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.3
The Earfun Air Pro 2 is very good for noise reduction, while the Apple Airpods (3rd generation) is poor.
Cost
$178
$70
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) has a price of $178 and the Earfun Air Pro 2 costs $70.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.4
5.1
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.5
5.4
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods (3rd generation) has 6 hours of battery life. The Earfun Air Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
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How the Apple Airpods (3rd generation) and the Earfun Air Pro 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Apple Airpods (3rd generation) | Earfun Air Pro 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$178 | $70 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Earfun | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 30 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.3 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Apple Airpods (3rd generation)
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz, Christian Thomas | February 2023
"The Apple AirPods improves upon the 2019 model with its more ergonomic, yet unsealed, fit, water-resistant build, MagSafe charging case, and advanced software features. You can enjoy a wholly immersive movie experience with the new AirPods' spatial audio with head tracking, and enjoy HD audio during FaceTime calls. Of course, most of these features are limited to Apple hardware."
Earfun Air Pro 2
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Peter Susic | September 2021
"There’s a lot to like about EarFun Air Pro 2. The best thing about them is the active noise cancellation, which works almost as well as the best true wireless earbuds out there. The audio quality is funky but enjoyable. Good dynamics and a wider soundstage save its presentation. Everyone, apart from the most diehard audiophiles, should be happy with it."
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About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
About Earfun
Earfun is an audio equipment manufacturer, headquartered in California, that specializes in producing quality, very affordable earbuds and wireless speakers. According to their site, their mission is to provide high-quality sound that the general public can hear, perceive, and afford.
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