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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a concern and you're looking for a wired option with a microphone, the Koss Porta Pro would be a less expensive choice that offers good sound quality and portability with a retro design. However, if you prefer wireless convenience, better noise isolation, and possibly better durability due to the lack of wires, the Earfun Air Pro 2 might be worth the extra investment. The Earfun also offers active noise cancellation, which the Koss lacks, making it better for noisy environments. Keep in mind that wireless earbuds typically need recharging, while the Koss will work as long as your device has a headphone jack or you have an adapter. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Air Pro 2
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro (with mic)
Very good for music
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.4/10
8.2/10
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is very good for music, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Gaming
5.1/10
8.2/10
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is very good for gaming, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is poor.
TV and Video
5.4/10
7.6/10
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is good for TV and video, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
2.5/10
The Earfun Air Pro 2 is very good for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
N/A
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) does not have a battery.
Cost
$70
$60
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has a price of $70 and the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) costs $60.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.0/10
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) has only fair build quality.
"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."
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
Get a great deal on the Earfun Air Pro 2 or the Koss Porta Pro (with mic)
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.
About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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