Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Flashy case, fast charging, forgettable everything else. The Liberty 4 Pro talks a big game but can't back it up.

The charging speed is the real standout. A 5-minute charge gets you 4 hours of playtime, which is genuinely useful. But the rest is a mixed bag. Comfort is the best-scoring metric at the 72nd percentile, so they feel decent in your ears. Battery life lands at the 45th percentile, which is about average. Build quality, ANC, and sound all sit below the midpoint. Connectivity and mic quality are near the bottom of the barrel. For earbuds that claim 'matchless noise cancellation,' scoring in the 31st percentile for ANC is a tough look.

The Technics EAH-AZ100 and Sony WF-1000XM6 are in a completely different league. Both crush the Liberty 4 Pro on ANC, sound, and call quality. If you want actual noise cancelling, get the Sony. If you want balanced sound and comfort, the Technics is the move. The Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Gen is also a better pick for iPhone users, especially for calls. The Liberty 4 Pro only makes sense if you're on a tight budget and really want that touchscreen case.

Pricing is all over the place. In Europe, you'll see EUR 94 to EUR 120 depending on the store. That's a EUR 26 spread for the same earbuds. If you're in Germany, Spain, France, or Italy, shop around before you buy. At the low end, it's a decent deal. At the high end, you're paying too much for what you get. The USD 110 price point is okay, but not exciting.

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro is a weird one. The marketing screams flagship, with seven sensors, a barometric pressure thing, and a charging case with a touchscreen. But the scores tell a different story. This is a budget earbud wearing a fancy suit. The noise cancelling is fine, the sound is okay, but nothing here justifies the hype. If you want a flashy case and fast charging, it's got you. If you want top-tier performance, keep scrolling.

If you care about call quality or rock-solid connectivity, this isn't it. The mic and connection scores are near the bottom of our database. Go get the Sony WF-1000XM6 or the Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Gen instead. If you're on a tight budget, the EarFun Air Pro 4+ gives you better ANC for less money.

Skip it unless you find it under EUR 100 or just love the idea of a screen on your charging case. The Liberty 4 Pro is a budget earbud with flagship marketing. The fast charging is nice, but the ANC, sound, and mic quality all fall short. For the same money, there are better options.