True Wireless
EarFun Air Pro 4
82Great
$88
Full review dataEarFun Air Pro 4 vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the EarFun Air Pro 4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: EarFun Air Pro 4 - Great overall at around $88.
True Wireless
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
68Good
$56
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
EarFun Air Pro 4
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.5
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | EarFun Air Pro 4 | Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $88 | $56 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106.3 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 50 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 15 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 11 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7.5 h | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 52 h | 38 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 2 h | 5 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | Google Fast Pair / voice assistant support | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10 g | 10.2 g |
| Case weight | - | 32.6 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | none |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | cVc 8.0 | - |
What reviewers said
EarFun Air Pro 4
The EarFun Air Pro 4 delivers a compelling mix of premium features and solid performance at a budget-friendly price point. With hybrid active noise cancellation, robust battery life, and extensive codec support including LDAC, these earbuds punch well above their weight class. They offer comfortable fit, clear call quality, and a balanced sound profile that makes them a standout value in the under-$100 category.
- Pro:Excellent value for the price
- Pro:Strong hybrid ANC performance
- Pro:Good sound quality with LDAC support
- Con:Average battery life per charge
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky
- Con:Not the most detailed soundstage
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
These wireless earbuds pack hybrid dual drivers with active noise cancellation and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They offer a solid 10-hour playtime per charge, extendable to 38 hours with the case, plus quick charging and multipoint connectivity. With an IP54 rating and lightweight build, they're a versatile budget-friendly option for everyday listening.
- Pro:Strong ANC for the price
- Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality audio
- Pro:Long total battery life with case
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Case is relatively heavy for its size
- Con:Limited water resistance for sports use
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