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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choose the Earfun Air Pro 2 if active noise cancelling is a must for you or you travel frequently, as they are better suited for noise isolation and have a higher air travel score. However, if you prioritize sound quality, especially for calls, meetings, and watching videos, and you don't mind an open design with less noise isolation, the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick could be a better fit. They also offer features like a low latency mode for gaming, are sweatproof and dustproof, and have a stronger build quality, making them more versatile for different activities. The Earfun offers slightly longer battery life, but both have wireless charging capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Air Pro 2
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
Very good for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
5.1/10
8.1/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
6.1/10
8.6/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9/10
8.4/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
TV and Video
5.4/10
7.5/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick 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 "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$70
$99
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has a price of $70 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
Build Quality
8.5/10
9.0/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 has very good 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."
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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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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