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Earfun Wave Pro X vs Yamaha HPH-150WH: 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
  • Yamaha HPH-150WH
HearWiki score
85
65
Sound
8.3
7.0
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
9.5
-
Calls
7.7
-
Value
9.6
5.5
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

Both shipped in 2026. The Earfun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • Wave Pro X2026
  • HPH-150WH2026
What differsWave Pro XHPH-150WH

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Specifications

Wave Pro XHPH-150WH
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$130
$120
HearWiki score
85
65
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
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
-
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
259 g
-
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
-
Pad material
-
velour
Connector
-
6.35 mm
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

Yamaha HPH-150WH

These wired, open-air over-ears deliver a neutral sound signature aimed at accurate reproduction of digital instruments, with 40 mm dynamic drivers in a rear-vented design for natural tonal projection. The velour earpads and detachable cable add comfort and practicality for studio or home listening, though they lack active noise cancellation and rely on a 6.35 mm connection.

  • Pro:Neutral, faithful sound for instrument monitoring
  • Pro:Open-back design offers a spacious, airy presentation
  • Pro:Comfortable velour earpads
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Large 6.35 mm plug may require an adapter for portable use
  • Con:Open-back design leaks sound and lets in ambient noise

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

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