True Wireless
Edifier TWS5
72Good
$110
Full review dataEdifier TWS5 vs Sony WF-1000XM4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM4 - Great overall at around $199.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM4
84Great
$200
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Edifier TWS5
Sound7.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Edifier TWS5 | Sony WF-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $110 | $200 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 6 mm |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 32 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | No | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 12 g | 41.1 g |
| Case weight | 45 g | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | No | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | - |
| Call noise reduction | cVc noise reduction for calls | - |
What reviewers said
Edifier TWS5
The Edifier TWS5 offers a dependable, everyday true wireless experience with strong call quality and extended battery life from its charging case. Its sound is balanced and supportive rather than flashy, making it a practical choice for work or casual listening at a reasonable price.
- Pro:Good call quality
- Pro:Long battery life with case
- Pro:Comfortable fit
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No USB-C or wireless charging
- Con:Physical buttons only
Sony WF-1000XM4
The Sony WF-1000XM4 are high-end true wireless earbuds that excel in active noise cancellation and sound quality, with a compact 6mm driver and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They provide about 8 hours of playback per charge, extendable to 24 hours with the case, and include handy features like multipoint connectivity and quick charging. Their IPX4 rating makes them suitable for workouts, though the overall design is a bit bulky for some ears.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Rich, detailed sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Good battery life with fast charging
- Con:Bulkier fit compared to rivals
- Con:No wireless charging on the case
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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