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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for a wireless option with active noise cancelling for blocking out ambient noise, especially during air travel, and you don't mind a higher price, the Earfun Wave Pro might be better suited to your needs. These are also foldable, making them somewhat portable, and they offer a robust battery life. For those prioritizing budget, preferring a wired connection, and wanting a lighter, more compact option that also supports high-quality audio with the purchase of additional cables, the Moondrop Chu could be a great fit, though they lack wireless functionality and noise cancellation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- The Moondrop Chu has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Key differences
Music
7.0
7.9
The Moondrop Chu and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music, though the Moondrop Chu is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.7
8.0
The Earfun Wave Pro and Moondrop Chu are both very good for gaming, though the Earfun Wave Pro is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
7.6
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
6.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Chu is only fair.
Battery
80.0 Hours
N/A
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Chu does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$22
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Moondrop Chu costs $22.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
9.0
8.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Earfun Wave Pro to be excellent for phone calls, while the Moondrop Chu is very good.
TV and Video
8.0
7.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Earfun Wave Pro to be very good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Earfun Wave Pro and Moondrop Chu both have very good build quality.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the Moondrop Chu compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | Moondrop Chu |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $22 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | April 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | In-Line | |
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
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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 Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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