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Earfun Wave Pro X vs Sennheiser HD 559: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Earfun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Earfun 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.

Earfun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Earfun Wave Pro X
  • Sennheiser HD 559
HearWiki score
85
51
Sound
8.3
6.2
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
9.5
-
Calls
7.7
-
Value
9.6
8.0
Price (USD)
$130
$120

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

Earfun Wave Pro X (2026) against Sennheiser HD 559 (2016). The Earfun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • Wave Pro X202610 yr newer
  • HD 5592016
What differsWave Pro XHD 559

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Specifications

Wave Pro XHD 559
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$130
$120
HearWiki score
85
51
Released
2026
2016
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
40 mm dynamic
38 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
38 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
14 Hz - 26 kHz
Impedance
-
50 Ω
Sensitivity
-
108 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
108
Bluetooth
6.0
-
Codecs
SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Battery life
90 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
50 h
-
Full charge time
120 min
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
buttons
none
Weight
259 g
240 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Connector
-
6.35 mm
Model code
-
506828
Microphones
8
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
noise-cancelling mic
-

What reviewers said

Earfun Wave Pro X

The Earfun Wave Pro X is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that pairs hybrid active noise cancellation with an impressively long battery life. It supports a wide range of high-quality Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, and offers multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching. With its 40mm dynamic drivers and customizable EQ, it aims to deliver a versatile and immersive listening experience at a competitive price point.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Supports high-resolution codecs like LDAC and aptX Lossless
  • Con:Plastic build may not feel as premium as pricier rivals
  • Con:Controls are limited to physical buttons
  • Con:Frequency response is somewhat narrow for an over-ear model

Sennheiser HD 559

The Sennheiser HD 559 is a budget-friendly wired over-ear headphone aimed at home listening, offering a warm, bass-forward sound signature with a spacious presentation. It is comfortable and easy to drive, but its tonal balance leans away from neutrality, with subdued highs and a somewhat coarse midrange that may not suit critical listeners. The lack of a 3.5mm adapter and basic cable are notable drawbacks for convenience-minded users.

  • Pro:Comfortable fit for long sessions
  • Pro:Spacious, open soundstage
  • Pro:Easy to drive with most devices
  • Con:Not neutral; bass-heavy with recessed highs
  • Con:Mids can sound coarse or grainy
  • Con:No 3.5mm adapter included

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

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