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Mpow Flame Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Mpow Flame Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 68. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Mpow Flame Pro - Good overall at around $8.

Score breakdown

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

Mpow Flame Pro leads on 4 of 6 measures.

  • Mpow Flame Pro
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite
HearWiki score
68
68
Sound
5.8
6.4
Battery
7.4
5.5
Calls
6.5
6.3
Value
5.0
7.8
Price (USD)
$8
$16

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?

Mixed generations

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite (2022) against Mpow Flame Pro (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Mpow Flame Pro brings Top codec aptX against SBC, while the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite answers with Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0.

  • Flame Pro2020
  • Redmi Buds 4 Lite20222 yr newer
What differsFlame ProRedmi Buds 4 Lite

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
Top codec
aptX
SBC

Everyday features

Wireless charging
Yes
No
Water resistance
IPX7
IP54

Specifications

Flame ProRedmi Buds 4 Lite
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$8
$16
HearWiki score
68
68
Released
2020
2022
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX
SBC
Multipoint pairing
No
No
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
8 h
90 h
Battery incl. case
32 h
120 h
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
-
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
-
No
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
buttons
touch
Weight
-
3.9 g
Case weight
-
26.7 g
Water resistance
IPX7
IP54
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
-
Yes
Model code
-
M2231E1
Microphones
4
1
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
cVc 8.0
AI ENC

What reviewers said

Mpow Flame Pro

The Mpow Flame Pro is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud built for sports, offering a secure fit, IPX7 water resistance, and long battery life. It delivers a bass-forward sound and strong call quality, though its bulky charging case and dark tuning limit its appeal for casual listening.

  • Pro:Secure and comfortable for workouts
  • Pro:IPX7 water resistance
  • Pro:Long battery life with charging case
  • Con:Large charging case
  • Con:Bass-heavy and dark sound
  • Con:No active noise cancellation

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Lite are ultra-affordable true wireless earbuds that prioritize practicality over performance. They offer a lightweight, IP54-rated design, Bluetooth 5.3, and a convenient touch control scheme, making them a decent pick for casual listening and commutes, though sound quality and features remain basic. Battery life is competitive for the price, with roughly five hours per charge and up to 20 hours total with the case, according to typical usage.

  • Pro:Very affordable price point
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Pro:IP54 water and dust resistance
  • Con:Sound lacks bass and can be thin
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Limited to SBC codec with no app support

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

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