True Wireless
Edifier Stax Spirit S10
68Good
$300
Full review dataEdifier Stax Spirit S10 vs Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro - Great overall at around $170.
True Wireless
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
84Great
$170
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Edifier Stax Spirit S10
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery6.0
Value7.0
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls9.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Edifier Stax Spirit S10 | Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $300 | $170 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | planar | 9.2mm wool-paper diaphragm drivers |
| Driver size | 12 mm | 9.2 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | - |
| Frequency response | 20-40000 Hz | - |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Voice, LHDC 5.0, Snapdragon Sound | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 7 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 4.5 h | 6.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 28 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | - |
| Quick charge | 15 min = 2 h | 5 mins = 4 hrs playtime |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 56 g | 5.5 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 10 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 8 mics + 2 VPUs + AI Large Model |
What reviewers said
Edifier Stax Spirit S10
The Edifier Stax Spirit S10 are premium wireless earbuds featuring planar magnetic drivers for detailed sound, active noise cancellation, and high-resolution LDAC support. They offer a solid feature set including multipoint connectivity, wear detection, and a companion app, though battery life is modest, especially with ANC enabled. With a comfortable fit and IP54 rating, they're a strong option for audiophiles seeking planar sound in a true wireless form.
- Pro:Planar drivers deliver clear, detailed audio
- Pro:LDAC support for high-resolution streaming
- Pro:Multipoint connection for seamless device switching
- Con:Battery life is short, especially with ANC on
- Con:Bulky design may not fit all ears comfortably
- Con:Price is high for the feature set
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver strong all-around performance, with adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, and a comfortable fit. They excel in voice-call quality and offer a versatile set of controls and app customization, though battery life per charge is modest. Overall, they represent a compelling mid-range option with a few notable strengths and minor trade-offs.
- Pro:Excellent voice-call clarity with 10-mic setup
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency modes work well
- Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution audio
- Con:Battery life per charge is only 6.5 hours
- Con:No wear detection for auto-pause
- Con:Touch controls may require adjustment for some users
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