EarFun Air Pro TW230B
Shure SE215-K-E
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
Shure SE215-K-E
The Shure SE215 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their excellent sound isolation, comfortable fit, and accurate sound quality, making them a top choice for musicians and commuters alike. Many reviewers highlight their value for money, noting they outperform more expensive models. However, some users find the bass lacking or the fit challenging, and a few report issues with the cable or sound cutting out.
Pros
- Excellent sound isolation
- Comfortable fit
- Accurate sound quality
- Great value for money
- Durable build
Cons
- Bass lacking for some
- Fit can be challenging
- Cable issues
- Sound cutting out
- Not for bass-heavy listeners
Scores
Specifications
| EarFun Air Pro TW230B | Shure SE215-K-E | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.13 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9.199999809265137 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 17 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| 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★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| 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 | IPX4 |
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
Shure SE215-K-E
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
EarFun Air Pro TW230B offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 34 specs.
