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Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT vs Earfun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Earfun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Earfun Wave Pro X - Great overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Earfun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
  • Earfun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
64
84
Sound
6.8
8.3
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
9.0
9.5
Calls
3.3
7.7
Value
7.8
9.6
Price (USD)
$64
$130

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Earfun Wave Pro X (2026) against Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT (2020). The Earfun Wave Pro X is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0, Top codec aptX Lossless against SBC, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • ATH-S220BT2020
  • Wave Pro X20266 yr newer
What differsATH-S220BTWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Top codec
SBC
aptX Lossless
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

ATH-S220BTWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$64
$130
HearWiki score
64
84
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
2× 40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
5 Hz - 32 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
105 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC
SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
60 h
90 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
50 h
Full charge time
240 min
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3.5 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
180 g
259 g
Water resistance
none
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
1
8
Microphone type
electret
-
Mic sensitivity
-42 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
noise-cancelling mic

What reviewers said

Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT

The Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone that prioritizes endurance and everyday practicality over premium extras. It offers a remarkably long battery life, a spacious soundstage for the price, and reliable multipoint connectivity, making it a solid choice for casual listening. The main compromise is its lackluster microphone performance, which affects call quality, and the absence of active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 60 hours
  • Pro:Spacious and clear sound for the price
  • Pro:Supports multipoint connection for two devices
  • Con:Weak microphone quality for calls
  • Con:Only SBC codec support, no AAC or aptX
  • Con:No active noise cancellation

Earfun Wave Pro X

The Earfun Wave Pro X is a feature-packed over-ear wireless headphone that combines hybrid active noise cancellation with an impressive 60-hour battery life. It supports high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC and LDHC, along with Bluetooth 6 and multipoint connectivity, making it a versatile option for immersive listening and daily use. The headset also includes eight microphones for clear calls, AI-assisted noise reduction, and a companion app with a custom EQ for personalized sound.

  • Pro:Exceptional 60-hour battery life
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Relatively long 120-minute charge time
  • Con:Physical buttons may feel dated to some users

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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