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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize long battery life, a detachable cable, and active noise cancelling for an immersive experience during music listening, air travel, and calls, the Earfun Wave Pro would be the better choice for you. However, if you prefer a lighter option with faster charging and the convenience of wireless charging, the Marshall Major IV might suit you better. Earfun Wave Pro offers better overall sound quality and mic quality, which can enhance your listening and calling experience, while Marshall's Major IV is more focused on portability and quick charging features. Keep in mind that both options are similar in price, but Earfun Wave Pro typically comes in slightly less expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Good for music
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- The Marshall Major IV has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Key differences
Gaming
8.7
5.4
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Phone Calls
9.0
5.8
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
6.1
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
TV and Video
8.0
5.7
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
5.6
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Cost
$80
$100
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
7.0
6.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Earfun Wave Pro to be good for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Battery
80.0 Hours
80.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Earfun Wave Pro and Marshall Major IV both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | Marshall Major IV |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Marshall | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 165 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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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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