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EarFun Free Mini vs OPPO Enco Air5 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: OPPO Enco Air5 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $69.

Score breakdown

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

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • EarFun Free Mini
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
62
89
Sound
6.2
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
9.0
Battery
4.5
9.0
Calls
5.0
8.0
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$60
$69

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

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against EarFun Free Mini (2022). The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0, Top codec LHDC against AAC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and Water resistance IP55 against IPX7.

  • Free Mini2022
  • Enco Air5 Pro20264 yr newer
What differsFree MiniEnco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Top codec
AAC
LHDC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX7
IP55

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Free MiniEnco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$60
$69
HearWiki score
62
89
Released
2022
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
6 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
100 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
47 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
5 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7 h
Battery incl. case
24 h
54 h
Full charge time
150 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
3.9 g
4.4 g
Case weight
38 g
43 g
Water resistance
IPX7
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
3

What reviewers said

EarFun Free Mini

The EarFun Free Mini delivers a surprisingly robust audio experience in a compact, lightweight design, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious buyers. Its IPX7 water resistance and touch controls add practical value, though the lack of active noise cancellation is a notable trade-off at this price point. Overall, it's a solid everyday option that prioritizes sound quality and portability over premium extras.

  • Pro:Excellent value for money
  • Pro:Compact and lightweight fit
  • Pro:Good bass response for the price
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Battery life is modest at 5 hours
  • Con:Lacks wireless charging

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro

The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro are true wireless earbuds with 12mm drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation, offering a versatile listening experience. Bluetooth 6.0, multipoint connectivity, and IP55 water resistance make them practical for daily use.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for immersive listening
  • Pro:13-hour battery per earbud, 54 hours with case
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LHDC codec
  • Con:No wireless charging, only USB-C
  • Con:Sensitivity at 122 dB may be too high for some
  • Con:Touch controls may be accidentally triggered

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

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