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Updated April 10, 2024·

If price is a major concern, the Earfun Wave Pro offers a lower midrange price while delivering very good overall sound quality and excellent call performance, plus it's wireless with a long battery life and includes features like active noise cancelling and sweatproof certification, which make it versatile for various environments, including exercise and travel. However, the Focal Elex, despite being significantly more expensive, provides superior soundstage and comfort, suited more for critical listening due to its open-back design. It lacks wireless capability and noise cancellation but is praised for its build and sound quality which might appeal to audiophiles and those seeking a premium listening experience. Choose Earfun Wave Pro for functionality and value or the Focal Elex if you prioritize top-tier audio and comfort at a higher cost. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
  • Excellent for phone calls
  • Very good for gaming
  • Excellent for air travel
  • Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Focal Elex
  • The Focal Elex has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.

Key differences

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Music

7.0
Wave Pro
Elex
7.7
The Focal Elex and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music, though the Focal Elex is somewhat better.

Gaming

8.7
Wave Pro
Elex
6.9
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Focal Elex is only fair.

Phone Calls

9.0
Wave Pro
Elex
4.3
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Focal Elex is poor.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

9.1
Wave Pro
Elex
7.1
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Focal Elex is good.

Noise Reduction

8.3
Wave Pro
Elex
2.5
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Focal Elex is poor.

Battery

80.0 Hours
Wave Pro
Elex
N/A
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Focal Elex does not have a battery.

Cost

$80
Wave Pro
Elex
$749
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The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Focal Elex costs $749.

Build Quality

8.5
Wave Pro
Elex
9.0
The Focal Elex has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Wave Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities

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TV and Video

8.0
Wave Pro
Elex
8.3
The Focal Elex and Earfun Wave Pro are both very good for TV and video.

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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the Focal Elex compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Earfun Wave ProFocal Elex
Earfun Wave ProFocal Elex

GENERAL

Price
$80
$749
Brand
EarfunFocal
Release Date
March 1, 2024December 1, 2017
Form Factor
HeadphonesHeadphones
Connectivity
Wired + WirelessWired

SOUND

Music Score
7.1/107.8/10
Phone Calls Score
9/104.4/10
Gaming Score
8.7/106.9/10
TV and Video Score
8/108.4/10
Exercise Score
6.3/104.3/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
80 HoursN/A
Wireless charging
NoN/A
Charging time
2 HoursN/A
Bluetooth version
5.3N/A

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
NoNo
Noise Reduction Score
8.4/102.5/10
Virtual Surround
NoNo
Android App
NoN/A
iOS App
NoN/A
Mic Quality
8.5/10N/A

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
8.5/109/10
Comfort score
7.4/108/10
Weight (headset or single earbud)
268 Grams450 Grams
Microphone style
IntegratedN/A
Waterproof Rating
00

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Golden Sound

Golden Sound | October 2021
"The Focal Elex are an excellent pair of headphones for the money and a great all-rounder that will suit many tastes. They’re an easy recommendation for anyone looking for something comfortable, well built, that looks good, and will work with just about any genre."

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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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