Sony WF-C700N
EarFun Air Pro 4
What Buyers Say
Sony WF-C700N
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for the price, but a significant number report issues with fit, connectivity, and durability, with some experiencing failures within months. The microphone quality on calls is a common complaint, and the mandatory app setup frustrates some. Overall, it's a budget-friendly option with solid audio but inconsistent reliability.
Pros
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality on calls
- Fit issues for some users
- Connectivity problems
- Durability concerns
- Mandatory app installation
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
| Sony WF-C700N | EarFun Air Pro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | 5 pairs of ear tips |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | aptX Lossless, LDAC, LC3 |
| Surround | SONY WFC700N/G Headphones (Refreshed) | SONY | WF-C700N/G | In-Ear | 1.0000 | July 06, 2023 | With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat wont stop these headphones | Turn off your surroundings with Noise | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | 11 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs | 54 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | EarFun Audio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-C700N
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
EarFun Air Pro 4
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Sony WF-C700N
EarFun Air Pro 4
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
