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Updated April 11, 2024·
If price is a major factor, the Earfun Wave Pro offers good value with very good overall sound and call quality, active noise cancelling, and wireless functionality; it's versatile for various activities like exercise and travel with a sweatproof certification. However, if you prioritize sound quality, especially in a quiet environment, the HifiMan Sundara's open design provides excellent soundstage, but without noise isolation or a microphone for calls. Keep in mind, the Sundara may require additional investment in a dedicated amplifier for optimal audio performance and doesn't support wireless connectivity. 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 HifiMan Sundara
Excellent for music
Key differences
Music
7.0/10
9.3/10
The HifiMan Sundara is excellent for music, while the Earfun Wave Pro is good.
Gaming
8.7/10
7.2/10
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the HifiMan Sundara is good.
Phone Calls
9.0/10
4.9/10
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the HifiMan Sundara is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1/10
7.8/10
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HifiMan Sundara is good.
TV and Video
8.0/10
8.8/10
The HifiMan Sundara and Earfun Wave Pro are both very good for TV and video, though the HifiMan Sundara is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
2.5/10
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the HifiMan Sundara is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
N/A
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The HifiMan Sundara does not have a battery.
Cost
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$279
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The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the HifiMan Sundara costs $279.
"The HiFiMan Sundara is the set of headphones to get if you want high-end audio, but don't want to shell out a king's ransom for it. These planar magnetic headphones are comfortable, straightforward, and excellent performers."
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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 HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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