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Huawei FreeBuds Neo vs Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: Huawei FreeBuds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $109.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Huawei FreeBuds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Huawei FreeBuds Neo
  • Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro
HearWiki score
85
61
Sound
8.0
6.2
Noise cancelling
8.0
5.3
Battery
8.0
5.7
Calls
8.0
6.8
Value
9.0
3.8
Price (USD)
$110
$81

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?

New platform

Huawei FreeBuds Neo (2026) against Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro (2020). The Huawei FreeBuds Neo is the newer platform here: Top codec LDAC against AAC and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Water resistance (IP55).

  • FreeBuds Neo20266 yr newer
  • Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro2020
What differsFreeBuds NeoMi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
AAC
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Water resistance
IP55
Not rated

Level on: Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

FreeBuds NeoMi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$110
$81
HearWiki score
85
61
Released
2026
2020
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
-
12 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
10 Hz - 48 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.0
Codecs
LDAC
AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
10 h
6 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
40 h
30 h
Full charge time
-
60 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 1.5 h
Wireless charging
-
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.8 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
none
Pad material
-
silicone
Microphones
4
3
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
3-mic ENC

What reviewers said

Huawei FreeBuds Neo

The Huawei FreeBuds Neo are lightweight, comfortable true wireless earbuds with adaptive active noise cancellation and a robust feature set for their price. They offer solid call quality, a lively sound signature, and practical extras like transparency mode and app support, making them a versatile mid-range option for travel and daily use.

  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC
  • Pro:Good call quality with 4 mics
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is modest
  • Con:May not satisfy audiophiles seeking specialized tuning
  • Con:Touch controls may require adjustment

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro

These true wireless earbuds deliver a well-rounded package at a budget-friendly price, featuring hybrid active noise cancellation and a transparent mode for flexible listening. With a 12mm dynamic driver and AAC support, they offer solid everyday performance, while the total 30-hour battery life with the case and wireless charging add practical convenience. They are a dependable choice for users seeking core features without breaking the bank, though they don't excel in any single aspect.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Good total battery life with wireless charging case
  • Pro:Touch controls and custom EQ via app
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Lacks multipoint connection
  • Con:Limited to AAC codec (no aptX or LDAC)

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

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