Over-Ear
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
84Great
$150
Full review dataAustrian Audio Hi-X15 vs EarFun Wave Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Austrian Audio Hi-X15 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Austrian Audio Hi-X15 - Great overall at around $149.
Over-Ear
EarFun Wave Pro
76Great
$140
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
Sound8.5
Value9.0
EarFun Wave Pro
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls6.5
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | Austrian Audio Hi-X15 | EarFun Wave Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $150 | $140 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 40mm DLC dynamic |
| Driver size | 44 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 12Hz-24kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | - |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 113 | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 55 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 19.8 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 80 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 55 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 10 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 255 g | 268 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Foldable | Yes | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 5 |
What reviewers said
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
The Austrian Hi-X15 is a wired over-ear headphone that brings studio-grade clarity and detail to a budget-friendly price point. Its lightweight, foldable build and low-impedance design make it a practical choice for on-the-go engineers, while the 44mm dynamic drivers deliver a balanced, revealing sound that suits tracking and mixing tasks. It offers impressive value for those seeking transparent monitoring without breaking the bank.
- Pro:Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
- Pro:Easy to drive with low impedance and high sensitivity
- Con:Lacks Bluetooth or multipoint connectivity
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Some technical specifications are not fully disclosed
EarFun Wave Pro
The EarFun Wave Pro is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that packs in a wealth of features, including hybrid active noise cancellation, LDAC support, Bluetooth 5.3, and an impressive battery life of up to 80 hours without ANC. While its sound quality is decent with a balanced profile and solid bass for the price, it doesn't quite match the performance of pricier competitors, but its comfort, long-lasting battery, and strong value make it a compelling pick for cost-conscious buyers.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life, even with ANC enabled
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Great value with LDAC and multipoint support
- Con:Sound quality doesn't fully live up to its premium specs
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Controls limited to physical buttons
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