MAXAUX
A built-in DAC and 32Ω drivers deliver reliable wired audio across USB-C devices, while the aluminum alloy housing and braided cable provide notable durability at this price point. The ergonomic design with three sizes of silicone tips offers passive noise isolation for clearer calls, though fitness use is limited. These are best for budget-conscious users needing a dependable, zero-latency headset for daily calls and media on the latest Samsung, iPhone, and Pixel phones.
form factor in-ear
driver type dynamic
active noise cancellation Yes
37 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (73rd percentile) 73rd
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile) 73rd
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile) 72nd
- Strong mic (67th percentile) 67th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (28th percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | three sizes of soft silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | USB-C Wired Earbuds with Microphone, Volume Control, Noise Canceling, Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S24 S23 S22, iPhone 17 16 15 Pro Pro max, Pixel Phones |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | MAXAUX | Nothing Buds 2 | Soundcore P31i | JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | EarFun Air Pro 4 | Anker Space A40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | hybrid | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 13.5 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 55 | 50 | 56 | 54 | 50 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP55 | IP55 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX4 |
| Multipoint | - | true | - | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAXAUX | 73.1 | 66.8 | 34 | 28.5 | 44.9 | 28.2 | 72.9 |
| Nothing Buds 2 Compare | 93.1 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 81.8 | 95.1 | 97.1 | 81.4 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 89.7 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 96.9 | 92.5 | 86.5 | 90.2 |
| JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 Compare | 93.1 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 78.1 | 94.3 | 97.1 | 81.4 |
| EarFun Air Pro 4 Compare | 89.7 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 99.4 | 94.3 | 99.3 | 90.2 |
| Anker Space A40 Compare | 97.3 | 97.5 | 79.4 | 94.3 | 92.5 | 97.4 | 72.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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