EarFun Air Pro TW230B
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
What Buyers Say
EarFun Air Pro TW230B
The Earfun Air Pro 4i earbuds have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from users, who praise their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit at an affordable price. Many reviewers highlight the value for money, noting that these earbuds rival more expensive brands like Bose and Apple. A few minor concerns include the charging case lacking a secure latch and one instance of an earbud failing, but the responsive customer service resolved the issue quickly.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
- Great value for money
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Charging case lacks secure latch
- Occasional earbud failure
- Customer service team initially unresponsive
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
The Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite is a high-performance IEM praised for its natural and balanced sound, exceptional soundstage, and imaging that rivals much more expensive headphones. Users highlight its detailed midrange and controlled bass, making it excellent for gaming and critical listening. Some find the fit finicky due to the lack of venting, and it benefits from a dedicated DAC/amp to unlock its full potential. But overall, it's seen as a standout value in the audiophile IEM space.
Pros
- Natural and balanced sound signature
- Exceptional soundstage and imaging
- Detailed and clear mids
- Controlled and accurate bass
- Excellent for gaming and critical listening
Cons
- Comfort issues due to no venting
- Requires external DAC/amp for best performance
- Stock tips can cause poor seal or suction
- Bass may be too light for bass-heads
- Potential treble not for treble-heads
Scores
Specifications
| EarFun Air Pro TW230B | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.23 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 8★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 10 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite Performance Custom 8BA in-Ear Monitor IEM with Detachable 4-core 7N Oxygen-Free Copper OFC Cable, Handcrafts Faceplate for Audiophile Studio Musician (Clear) |
| Surround | EarFun Air Pro 4i Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds, Hi-Res Sound with LDAC, 6 Mics AI ENC Clear Call, 40H Playtime, Multipoint Connection, Surround Sound, Bluetooth 5.4 Earbuds, Wireless Charging | E | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | — |
| Transparency | — | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 9.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 2 hours of play from just 5 minutes | — |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 40 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | EarFun App | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
EarFun Air Pro TW230B
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
EarFun Air Pro TW230B offers 9.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 34 specs.
