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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're an active person who exercises frequently, the Beats Powerbeats Pro may suit you better due to their clip-on form factor, sweatproof certification, and secure fit with ear hooks. However, if you're looking for versatility and spend time on calls or gaming, the Earfun Wave Pro with its very good microphone quality and low latency mode might be a wiser choice. For longer listening sessions, the Earfun Wave Pro has an impressive battery life advantage. The Powerbeats Pro are optimized for Apple devices, offering features like the H1 chip for adaptive sound, which could be a decisive factor if you're in the Apple ecosystem. While the Beats offer better portability with earbuds that are smaller than the Earfun's over-ear headphones, the Earfun excels in noise isolation and includes a detachable cable for wired use, giving you more flexibility in different environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- The Beats Powerbeats Pro has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Good for music
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.5
7.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is good for music, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is only fair.
Gaming
5.5
8.7
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
9.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is good.
TV and Video
5.7
8.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
8.3
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
80.0 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$250
$80
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $250 and the Earfun Wave Pro costs $80.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
9.1
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Earfun Wave Pro are both excellent for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.8
8.5
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Earfun Wave Pro both have very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the Earfun Wave Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Earfun Wave Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Earfun | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | March 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 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 | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 268 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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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