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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize top-notch noise isolation and are often in noisy environments like air travel, the Apple Airpods Max would be the better choice as they offer best-in-class noise cancellation. They also have a more durable build, a higher mic quality, and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. However, if cost is a significant factor and you need something with a very long battery life for extended use without frequent charging, the Earfun Wave Pro may be suitable as they are much less expensive and offer excellent battery life. The Earfun Wave Pro is also preferable for gaming and TV due to its low latency mode, and it features LDAC for high-quality sound over Bluetooth, which the Airpods Max lack. If you exercise often, neither of these might be ideal, but without being sweatproof, Airpods Max's higher price point and weight could be concerning. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Max
- The Apple Airpods Max has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
5.5
8.7
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Apple Airpods Max is poor.
Phone Calls
6.6
9.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Apple Airpods Max is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.0
9.1
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Apple Airpods Max is very good.
TV and Video
5.7
8.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods Max is poor.
Noise Reduction
10.0
8.3
The Apple Airpods Max is best in class for noise reduction, while the Earfun Wave Pro is very good.
Battery
21.0 Hours
80.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods Max has 21 hours of battery life. The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$549
$80
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The Apple Airpods Max has a price of $549 and the Earfun Wave Pro costs $80.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Apple Airpods Max has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Wave Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.3
7.0
The Apple Airpods Max and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple Airpods Max | Earfun Wave Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$549 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Earfun | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2020 | March 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.6/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 8.7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 21 Hours | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 10/10 | 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 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 385.5 Grams | 268 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Adam Molina | July 2023
"Objectively, the AirPods Max is a spectacular pair of headphones. I appreciate the smart features like auto-pause and the transparency mode are super practical. It also sounds great, is well-built, and has solid battery life."
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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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