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Updated April 11, 2024·
If cost is a major factor for you, the Earfun Wave Pro offers a lower midrange price with a robust set of features, including active noise cancelling, a long battery life, and an IPX rating indicating water resistance for exercise. For those often on calls or meetings, the Earfun Wave Pro's microphone quality is noted as very good. However, if you prioritize sound quality and are willing to invest in a higher-end product, the Focal Bathys is recommended for their excellent overall sound, superior soundstage, and the best-in-class TV and video performance. The Bathys also support the aptX Adaptive codec for improved audio synchronization, and while they are not sweatproof and lack a low latency mode, their active noise cancelling feature outperforms the Earfun. If you frequently travel by air, you might prefer the Bathys for their very good noise isolation and travel convenience despite their larger size. Keep in mind that the Bathys require charging even when used in wired mode due to their internal amplifier. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Focal Bathys
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Best in class for TV and video
Key differences
Music
7.0
8.0
The Focal Bathys is very good for music, while the Earfun Wave Pro is good.
Gaming
8.7
9.3
The Focal Bathys is excellent for gaming, while the Earfun Wave Pro is very good.
Phone Calls
9.0
5.2
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Focal Bathys is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
6.2
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Focal Bathys is only fair.
TV and Video
8.0
10.0
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the Earfun Wave Pro is very good.
Battery
80.0 Hours
31.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Focal Bathys has 31 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$699
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Focal Bathys costs $699.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Focal Bathys has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Wave Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Earfun Wave Pro and Focal Bathys are both very good for noise reduction.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the Focal Bathys compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | Focal Bathys |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $699 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Focal | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | October 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 9.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 31 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.1 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 350 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Christian Thomas | May 2023
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."
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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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