True Wireless
Aukey EP-M2
55Average
$146
Full review dataAukey EP-M2 vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM5 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM5 - Outstanding overall at around $249.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM5
88Outstanding
$249
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Aukey EP-M2
Sound5.5
Battery4.0
Calls4.5
Value6.0
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Aukey EP-M2 | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $146 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 55 / 100 · Average | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 13mm | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 13 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 4 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 20 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | No | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 7 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | 40 g | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
What reviewers said
Aukey EP-M2
The Aukey EP-M2 are budget-focused true wireless earbuds that prioritize lightweight comfort and bass-heavy sound over advanced features. With Bluetooth 5.3, touch controls, and IPX4 water resistance, they cover the essentials for everyday listening, though their short battery life and lack of noise cancellation or app support keep them firmly entry-level.
- Pro:Very lightweight at just 7g per bud
- Pro:Solid bass-forward sound from 13mm drivers
- Pro:IPX4 water resistance for workouts or light rain
- Con:Only 4 hours per charge, 20 with the case
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Limited to SBC codec, no multipoint or app support
Sony WF-1000XM5
These are high-end true wireless earbuds that focus on adaptive noise cancellation and detailed audio, supporting LDAC for high-resolution streaming. They offer a solid battery life of up to 12 hours without ANC, plus a comfortable fit and IPX4 sweat resistance for daily use. The touch controls and companion app add convenience, though the price reflects their premium status.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Long battery life (12 hours without ANC)
- Pro:Supports LDAC and AAC codecs
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:No higher water resistance rating than IPX4
- Con:Touch controls may take time to master
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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