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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize battery life and use headphones for long durations, the Earfun Wave Pro is a strong choice with up to 80 hours of use, plus they're foldable, have active noise cancelling, and suit well for calls, music, and air travel. They're also sweatproof, adding a bit of robustness for exercise. On the other hand, the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is lighter, making them more comfortable for some users, and they support wireless charging which adds convenience. They are better optimized for mobile device use with dedicated compatibility for both Android and Apple, and they feature low latency for gaming and videos. However, their open design means they won't isolate noise as effectively as the Earfun Wave Pro, which could be a drawback for noisy environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Good for music
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Key differences
Music
7.0
6.1
The Earfun Wave Pro is good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Gaming
8.7
8.1
The Earfun Wave Pro and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both very good for gaming, though the Earfun Wave Pro is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
8.4
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
2.5
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$99
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the Earfun Wave Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
9.0
8.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Earfun Wave Pro to be excellent for phone calls, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick 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 "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 2.5/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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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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