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90Scarbir rates the Liberty 5 highly for business use thanks to strong ANC, useful transparency mode, clear calls, and good comfort. The main drawback in the review is sluggish controls.
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Image © SoundcoreSoundcore Liberty 5
76/ 100
Great
HearWiki score
Exceptional value
$90
typical price, USD
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At a glance
- Brand
- Soundcore
- Type
- True Wireless
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- Yes
- Released
- 2025
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound7.2
Noise cancelling7.8
Battery7.4
Calls7.6
Value7.6
REVIEW: The Soundcore Liberty 5 are great and practical wireless earbuds under $100 with outstanding ANC and call clarity. Test vs Earfun Air Pro 4 and more.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Soundcore Liberty 5 wireless earbuds deliver strong value around $90, pairing adaptive ANC, clear call quality, and a comfortable fit with long battery life. While the sound benefits from custom EQ and supports LDAC, the touch controls feel sluggish and the default tuning may need adjustment for full immersion. Overall, they're a practical, feature-rich pick for budget-conscious buyers, especially for work or travel.
What works
- Effective adaptive ANC for the price
- Clear call quality with 6 mics and voice mute option
- Comfortable fit for extended wear
- Long battery life (12h, 48h with case) plus wireless charging
- LDAC support and custom EQ for sound tuning
What doesn't
- Touch controls are sluggish and fiddly
- Sound needs EQ tweaking to sound immersive
- Design is plain and unremarkable
- Battery life is average compared to some rivals
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 9.2 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.2 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 9.2 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.2 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
Battery
| Battery life | 12 h |
|---|---|
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 48 h |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| ANC type | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
Design
| Weight | 4.6 g |
|---|---|
| Case weight | 47.9 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 6 |
|---|
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What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
The consensus
Mixedacross 3 videosReviewers agree the Liberty 5 is a feature-rich, comfortable budget option with strong app customization and battery life, but they diverge on its noise cancelling and sound quality—most found the ANC average or worse than rivals, while one praised it as slightly stronger than the 4 Pro.
Reviewers liked
- Comfortable and lightweight fit
- Extensive app customization with EQ and Hear ID
- Long battery life and fast charging
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 and Dolby Audio
- Best spatial audio of the four compared models
Reviewers flagged
- No swipe volume controls
- Slightly worse call quality than 4 Pro
- Average or worse noise cancelling compared to rivals
- Bass and treble emphasis out of the box
- Shorter battery life than Liberty 4 NC
10:06NEW (soundcore Liberty 5) vs 4 Pro vs 4NC vs 4
The reviewer compares the Soundcore Liberty 5 against the Liberty 4 Pro, 4NC, and 4, finding the Liberty 5 and 4 Pro tied for best sound quality. The Liberty 5 offers slightly better noise cancelling and transparency, but lacks the 4 Pro's swipe controls and case display, and has slightly worse call quality. The reviewer suggests the Liberty 4NC is a strong budget alternative, while the Liberty 5 is a moderate upgrade over the older Liberty 4.
MixedWatch on YouTube
5:42Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 review - Two steps forward, one step back...
The reviewer finds the Liberty 5 to be a solid, feature-rich pair of budget earbuds with excellent comfort, extensive app customization, and good sound quality after EQ adjustments, though the default tuning is bass-heavy and noise cancelling is only average. They recommend them for casual listeners rather than audiophiles, noting they are a strong value but face stiff competition at the price point.
MixedWatch on YouTube
7:58Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 vs. Liberty 4 NC - Which should you buy?
The reviewer compares the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and Liberty 4 NC, concluding that while the Liberty 5 offers better comfort, durability, and newer Bluetooth, the Liberty 4 NC provides superior noise cancellation, battery life, and default sound quality for a lower price. The reviewer recommends the Liberty 4 NC for most people, but suggests the Liberty 5 for those prioritizing fit, latest tech, or Dolby Audio.
MixedWatch on YouTube
12:13Soundcore Liberty 5 Review: ANC Earbuds with Dolby Audio, LDAC & 12hr Battery!
The reviewer highly praises the Soundcore Liberty 5 for its exceptional sound quality, strong ANC, and long battery life, calling it one of the best-sounding earbuds in its price range. However, he criticizes the flimsy, wobbly case lid and the removal of features like the heart-rate sensor and case screen found on previous models. Overall, he considers it a great value at $130 despite these build-quality and feature omissions.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
12:17The soundcore Liberty 5 Is Here!...But Is It Any Good?
The reviewer finds the Soundcore Liberty 5 to be a strong true wireless earbud option, praising its excellent noise cancelling, great battery life, and feature-rich app. The main criticisms are the overly warm out-of-the-box tuning and the stem-style design, though the tuning can be easily adjusted via EQ. Overall, it's recommended for most consumers, especially those who like a bass-heavy sound.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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