True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs EarFun Air 2 NC: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
EarFun Air 2 NC
78Great
$71
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
EarFun Air 2 NC
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | EarFun Air 2 NC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $71 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 55 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 15 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 9 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 6.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 40 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 48 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
EarFun Air 2 NC
The EarFun Air 2 NC are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack an impressive feature set for the price, including adaptive noise cancellation, wireless charging, multipoint pairing, and a low-latency gaming mode. They deliver punchy, energetic sound with clear calls and solid battery life, though they don't match the refinement or detail of pricier models. Overall, they're an exceptional value pick for users who want versatile features without breaking the bank.
- Pro:Excellent value with premium features like wireless charging and multipoint
- Pro:Solid ANC and clear call quality for the price
- Pro:Great gaming performance with low-latency mode
- Con:Sound is punchy but lacks fine detail
- Con:Plastic build feels less premium
- Con:SBC only codec limits high-res audio support
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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