Soundcore Liberty 5
EarFun Air Pro 4+
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Liberty 5
The Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life. Users appreciate the customizable EQ via the app and the comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. However, some report issues with automatic mode switching and touch controls, and the case is noted as slippery. Overall, they are seen as great value for the price.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Automatic mode switching issues
- Touch controls prone to accidental activation
- Slippery case
- Controls not fully intuitive
- Case lid feels less sturdy
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
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Liberty 5 | EarFun Air Pro 4+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL | s |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 9.199999809265137 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 17 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | aptX Lossless, LDAC, LE Audio, LC3 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 3 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 12 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs | 54 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | soundcore HearID 4.0 | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore App | EarFun Audio App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Liberty 5
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
EarFun Air Pro 4+
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 39 specs.