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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Earfun Air Pro 2 are earbuds that are significantly less expensive and offer a good balance for calls and music, their compact size and sweatproof design make them convenient for exercise. They also support wireless charging and are quite comfortable. However, if you prioritize higher overall sound quality, superior noise isolation, and a longer battery life for extended usage, along with features like active noise cancelling, app equalizer, app controls customization, and a luxe design, then the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones, despite being more expensive, may be a better fit especially for air travel and work environments. They also provide an immersive experience for music and TV with better microphone quality but are a heavier and larger option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Air Pro 2
- The Earfun Air Pro 2 has no clear advantages over the Sony WH-1000XM5.
Advantages of the Sony WH-1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
6.4
8.2
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is very good for music, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair.
Phone Calls
6.1
5.5
The Earfun Air Pro 2 is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9
6.0
The Earfun Air Pro 2 and Sony WH-1000XM5 are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Earfun Air Pro 2 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
8.3
9.1
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Earfun Air Pro 2 is very good.
Battery
6.0 Hours
40.3 Hours
The Earfun Air Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Sony WH-1000XM5 has 40.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$70
$398
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The Earfun Air Pro 2 has a price of $70 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 costs $398.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.1
5.6
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.4
5.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Earfun Air Pro 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Earfun Air Pro 2 both have very good build quality.
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How the Earfun Air Pro 2 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Earfun Air Pro 2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$70 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.2/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 40.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 249.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | February 2023
"The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best Sony Bluetooth headphones so far and one of the most well-rounded Bluetooth headphones around. Look no further if you need class-leading ANC with a mostly inoffensive sound signature. Just be ready to pony up the price premium."
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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.
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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