Sony WH-1000XM4
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM4
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
The EarFun Wave Life headphones offer excellent value for money, with strong noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life. While the sound quality out of the box is bass-heavy and lacks detail in mids and highs, the companion app allows for EQ adjustments, though this can reduce volume. Some users reported concerns about build durability and the lack of a carrying case or 3.5mm jack, but overall, most are satisfied given the low price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Impressive battery life
- Easy-to-use app with EQ
Cons
- No carrying case included
- No 3.5mm audio jack
- Bass-heavy default sound
- EQ adjustments reduce volume
- Build durability concerns
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM4 | EarFun Wave Life HP201B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | foamed urethane | soft cushions |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | composite |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | EarFun Wave Life Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones, 4 Mics AI Clear Call, Deep Bass, 60H Playtime, Comfortable Fit, Custom EQ, Multipoint Connection |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | industry-leading | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 5 hours playback | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | Custom EQ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.