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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 offers slightly better overall sound quality and noise isolation for a more immersive listening experience but falls short in built-in controls and latency, making them less suitable for gaming and video watching. Conversely, the Earfun Air Pro 2 provides great value for money with good sound quality and slightly higher comfort, plus better controls, but isn't as effective in noise cancellation. If your budget allows and you prioritize sound and noise isolation for music and travel without gaming concerns, the Pi5 S2 could be the way to go; for a cost-effective everyday pair with solid performance and comfort, consider the Earfun Air Pro 2. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
- The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has no clear advantages over the Earfun Air Pro 2.
Advantages of the Earfun Air Pro 2
- The Earfun Air Pro 2 has no clear advantages over the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2.
Key differences
Phone Calls
5.0
6.1
The Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair for phone calls, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6
6.9
The Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has 5 hours of battery life. The Earfun Air Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$181
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The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has a price of $181 and the Earfun Air Pro 2 costs $70.
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Key similarities
Music
6.7
6.4
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.3
5.1
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.4
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both very good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Earfun Air Pro 2 both have very good build quality.
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How the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and the Earfun Air Pro 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 | Earfun Air Pro 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$181 | $70 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bowers and Wilkins | Earfun | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 0.75 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 19 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
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Major HiFi
Chris Golembeski | January 2023
"Bowers and Wilkins isn’t looking to make an obscure, premium wireless bud catered specifically towards audiophiles. Instead, it seems apparent that they’re going for the crown: a cool and popular look, an easy and comfortable fit, and an engaging stage with a great balance that is perfectly suited for mainstream listeners and audiophiles alike."
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 Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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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