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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a tighter budget and want headphones that provide a versatile listening experience with good sound quality and the flexibility of both wireless and wired connections, the Earfun Wave Pro is an excellent choice. They are great for music, calls, and TV, offer active noise cancelling, and have a long battery life. However, they may not be ideal for exercise due to their over-ear design and aren't optimized specifically for Android or Apple devices. On the other hand, if you prefer earbuds, can spend more, and want advanced features like an app equalizer, wireless charging, and ear detection, the Sony WF1000XM5 might suit you. They are also sweatproof, making them exercise-friendly, and come with active noise cancelling. However, they have a shorter battery life, are not suited for gaming or watching TV due to latency issues, and their call quality is not as good. They are optimized for both Android and Apple devices and support Sony's 360 Reality Audio for an immersive audio experience when using supported apps. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- 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 Sony WF1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
7.0
8.0
The Sony WF1000XM5 is very good for music, while the Earfun Wave Pro is good.
Gaming
8.7
5.1
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Phone Calls
9.0
5.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
4.9
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
TV and Video
8.0
5.4
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM5 has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$298
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The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Sony WF1000XM5 costs $298.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.7
The Sony WF1000XM5 and Earfun Wave Pro are both very good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Earfun Wave Pro and Sony WF1000XM5 both have very good build quality.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the Sony WF1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | Sony WF1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $298 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | July 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 18 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Harley Maranan | July 2023
"The Sony WF-1000XM5 is among the best noise canceling earbuds currently on the market, and they aren’t cheap. These earbuds aren’t the best choice for budget-conscious listeners. But if you prioritize active noise cancelation, sound quality, and extensive software support, the WF-1000XM5 is worth its premium price tag."
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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 Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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