True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs EarFun Air S: 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 S
72Good
$70
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 S
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery5.5
Calls7.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | EarFun Air S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $70 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 100 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 15 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 6 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | built-in voice assistant compatibility |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 52 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | cVc 8.0 echo cancelling and noise suppression |
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 S
The EarFun Air S earbuds deliver a robust set of features at a budget-friendly price, including hybrid ANC, multipoint Bluetooth, aptX support, and wireless charging. While their energetic sound and call clarity impress, the default tuning leans bright and battery life is modest, so some users may need to rely on the EQ to get the most out of them.
- Pro:Great value with premium features like multipoint and wireless charging
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Clear call quality with four microphones
- Con:Stock sound tuning may be too bright or lack bass for some
- Con:Battery life is short, especially with ANC on
- Con:Touch controls can be inconsistent
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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