EarFun Air Pro TW230B
BASN BmasterX 6
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
BASN BmasterX 6
These IEMs deliver exceptional detail and directional audio for gaming, with many users praising the crisp sound and solid build quality at an affordable price. However, the bass below 120 Hz can be muddy and distorted, and the PZT drivers may cause harsh highs on older or less polished recordings. Comfort is generally good, though some find the fit only adequate. Overall, they excel for modern, well-mastered music and gaming, but may disappoint listeners seeking clear low-end or tolerance for bright treble.
Pros
- Excellent directional audio for gaming
- Crisp and detailed sound quality
- Solid build quality and protective case
- Great value for the price
- Comfortable fit for most users
Cons
- Muddy and distorted bass below 120 Hz
- Harsh highs from PZT drivers on older recordings
- Only adequate comfort for some users
- Requires audio software for optimal sound
- Not suitable for clear bass reproduction
Scores
Specifications
| EarFun Air Pro TW230B | BASN BmasterX 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | Bud |
| Ear Tips | — | mm |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8 mm |
| Drivers | — | 6★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 107 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | BASN BmasterX 6 Drivers Hybrid in-Ear Monitors with Noise Isolation for Musicians, Stage & Studio, Professional HiFi IEMs, Detachable 4-core OFC Silver-Plated Cable & Shockproof Case (Blue-White) |
| 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 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| 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 | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
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
BASN BmasterX 6
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
Pricing
EarFun Air Pro TW230B offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
