EarFun Air Pro 4+
Denon PerL PERLWHT
What Buyers Say
EarFun Air Pro 4+
The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds deliver exceptional value, with users praising their high-end sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and robust battery life. Many reviewers note they outperform far more expensive competitors like AirPods Pro and Sony XM4s, especially after customizing the EQ via the app. A few minor issues include occasional fit adjustments and a quirk with single-bud Bluetooth connectivity, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with LDAC and aptX Lossless
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life (11 hours per charge)
- Great value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
Cons
- Single-bud Bluetooth connectivity quirk
- Occasional fit adjustments needed
- LDAC disables multipoint pairing
- Le Audio not working for some users
Denon PerL PERLWHT
The Denon PerL earbuds deliver impressive sound quality, especially after using the personalized hearing mapping feature in the app. Many users praise the rich, warm audio and effective noise cancellation, though some find the fit problematic, with earbuds falling out during movement. Battery life is a common concern, with some users expecting longer playtime. Overall, these are a strong choice for audiophiles on a budget, but potential buyers should be aware of fit and battery limitations.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Personalized hearing mapping
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for many
- Good value for money
Cons
- Fit issues for some users
- Short battery life
- Earbuds fall out during movement
- Touch controls activate accidentally
- Noise cancellation not top-tier
Scores
Specifications
| EarFun Air Pro 4+ | Denon PerL PERLWHT | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, LDAC, LE Audio, LC3 | Denon PerL True Wireless Earbuds - Adaptive Active Headphones Wireless Noise Canceling, Masimo Adaptive Acoustic Technology, Spatial Audio, 24Hr Battery Life, Wirefree Charging, White |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | advanced |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 2 hours playback | Fast charging case |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 54 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | EarFun Audio App | Denon Perl app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
EarFun Air Pro 4+
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Denon PerL PERLWHT
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 38 specs.