True Wireless
Mpow Max
66Good
$82
Full review dataMpow Max vs Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Liberty 4 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 4 Pro - Great overall at around $150.
True Wireless
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
84Great
$150
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Mpow Max
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Value7.5
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | Mpow Max | Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $82 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 66 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | - | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 10.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 14Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | - | 15.3 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | - | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 35 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 7.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 40 h |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | supports voice assistant via app |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 5.5 g |
| Case weight | - | 51 g |
| Water resistance | - | IPX5 |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Model code | Mpow MPods Pro | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI noise reduction |
What reviewers said
Mpow Max
These wireless over-ear headphones deliver a strong mix of comfort and battery endurance for a modest price, with active noise cancellation adding to their appeal. While the sound is decent for the cost, it's not exceptional, and the basic Bluetooth codec support keeps things simple rather than high-fidelity. Overall, they're a practical budget choice for casual listeners who value long playtime and a snug fit.
- Pro:Very comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Long battery life with ANC on
- Pro:Lightweight and easy to carry
- Con:Only supports basic SBC codec
- Con:Sound quality is average, not detailed
- Con:ANC is effective but not top-tier
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
The Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro pack a hefty feature set into a budget-friendly wireless earbud package, including adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging. They deliver solid sound with crisp treble and effective call quality, though the charging case can feel gimmicky and prone to fingerprints, and spatial audio falls short. Overall, they're a well-rounded value pick rather than a flagship-level performer.
- Pro:Strong active noise cancellation
- Pro:Wide codec support including LDAC
- Pro:Multipoint and wireless charging included
- Con:Charging case feels gimmicky and smudges easily
- Con:Spatial audio performance is weak
- Con:Battery life is average for the price
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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