True Wireless
Edifier NeoBuds Pro
74Good
$130
Full review dataEdifier NeoBuds Pro vs Edifier NeoBuds S: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Edifier NeoBuds Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 74. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Edifier NeoBuds Pro - Good overall at around $130.
True Wireless
Edifier NeoBuds S
68Good
$180
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Edifier NeoBuds Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery6.0
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Edifier NeoBuds S
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery5.5
Calls6.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Edifier NeoBuds Pro | Edifier NeoBuds S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $180 |
| HearWiki score | 74 / 100 · Good | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | hybrid | Hybrid: Knowles balanced armature + dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40KHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.x | Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, LDAC, LHDC | SBC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 6 h | 6 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | 5.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 20 h | 16 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | supported | 10 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.3 g | 58 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 6 |
What reviewers said
Edifier NeoBuds Pro
The Edifier NeoBuds Pro are true wireless earbuds that pack strong active noise cancellation, clear sound, and a solid feature set into a budget-friendly price. They excel at blocking ambient noise and offer good call quality, though battery life and some connectivity aspects are only average. Overall, they are a compelling pick for those seeking premium-like performance without the premium cost.
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC
- Pro:Rich, detailed sound with dual drivers
- Pro:Good call quality with 6 mics
- Con:Battery life is modest at 5 hours
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Only SBC codec support
Edifier NeoBuds S
The Edifier NeoBuds S are true wireless earbuds that lean heavily on their hybrid dual-driver setup and robust active noise cancellation. They support modern wireless standards like Snapdragon Sound and aptX Adaptive, though their battery life is modest, especially with ANC on. Their real-world performance is solid but doesn't dramatically outpace the brand's earlier models, making them a competent but not groundbreaking option at their price point.
- Pro:Strong active noise cancellation
- Pro:Hybrid dual-driver design for detailed sound
- Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive and Snapdragon Sound
- Con:Battery life is average at best with ANC on
- Con:No multipoint connectivity
- Con:Doesn't significantly improve on the previous model
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