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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Roseselsa Earfree i5: 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.

Score 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
Roseselsa Earfree i5
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling4.5
Battery6.0
Calls5.5
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Roseselsa Earfree i5
SpecApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)Roseselsa Earfree i5
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$125$70
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great68 / 100 · Good
Released20222025
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size11 mm12 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20 Hz - 20,000 Hz14Hz-23600Hz
Impedance16 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity100 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.3
Bluetooth version5.35.3
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, mSBC, LDAC
Multipoint pairingNoYes
Latency-54 ms
Wireless range-10 m
Battery
Battery life-10 h
Battery life (ANC on)-6 h
Battery incl. case30 h50 h
Full charge time-60 min
Quick charge-10 min = 12 h
Wireless chargingYesNo
Features
Active noise cancelling-Yes
ANC typeadaptivehybrid
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appYesYes
Custom EQNoYes
Wear detectionYesNo
Controlsbothtouch
Voice assistantSirisupported via phone assistant
Design
Weight10.6 g4.8 g
Case weight50.8 g47.3 g
Water resistanceIP54IPX5
FoldableNo-
Detachable cableNo-
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones-4
Call noise reduction-AI noise filtering

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

Roseselsa Earfree i5

The Roseselsa Earfree i5 earbuds deliver standout audio quality for their price, with a tuning that appeals to audiophile tastes and a robust feature set including LDAC, multipoint, and app controls. However, their active noise cancellation is only average and call performance leaves room for improvement, making them a strong pick for sound-focused buyers rather than those prioritizing ANC.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Rich feature set: LDAC, multipoint, app EQ
  • Pro:Strong battery life with case
  • Con:Mediocre active noise cancellation
  • Con:Call clarity is below par
  • Con:No wireless charging 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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