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Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 5 of 7 measures.

  • Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
83
89
Sound
8.6
8.5
Noise cancelling
7.8
8.0
Battery
10.0
9.5
Calls
7.4
7.5
Value
8.8
9.0
Price (USD)
$250
$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?

Half a step newer

Wavefun Wave Pro X (2026) against Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE (2025). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3. It also adds Wireless charging.

  • Melomania P100 SE2025
  • Wave Pro X20261 yr newer
What differsMelomania P100 SEWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode.

Specifications

Melomania P100 SEWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$250
$130
HearWiki score
83
89
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
5.3
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Latency
80 ms
-
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
100 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
60 h
60 h
Full charge time
160 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 4 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
330 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
-

What reviewers said

Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE

The Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE is a wireless over-ear headphone with hybrid active noise cancellation, designed for travel and daily use. With touch controls, a customizable EQ, and multipoint connectivity, it's a versatile option in the sub-$300 range, though its sound signature and ANC performance have some trade-offs.

  • Pro:Supports aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive for high-quality audio
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 with touch controls and app EQ
  • Con:Bulky design may not suit all head sizes
  • Con:Bass can be overly boosted out of the box
  • Con:ANC consistency could be improved

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

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

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