If you want better Software/setup simplicity
Choose Soundcore Anker Space One Pro. It scores 4.6 vs 3.7 for Software/setup simplicity, with a 3.9 overall score.
Earfun Wave Pro X Review
Bottom Line
Choose these for long battery life, comfortable everyday wear, and unusually powerful EQ at a modest price. Skip them if you want refined stock sound, automatic wear detection, or consistently excellent calls in noise.
Best for
Budget-conscious commuters, office listeners, and tuning enthusiasts who want long endurance, comfortable fit, and flexible wired or wireless playback.
Not for
Listeners who demand polished stock tuning, automatic pause when removing headphones, or reliably excellent calls in crowds and wind. Rain and sweaty-workout use are also poor fits for the lack of an IP rating.
Verdict
The Wave Pro X makes its strongest case through comfort, endurance, and control. Lightweight construction and deep cushions support long listening sessions, while the broad codec selection and USB and analog options make it adaptable to work and travel. Its ten-band parametric EQ is the standout: several listeners turn an initially muddy or sharp presentation into sound they genuinely enjoy. Stock tuning is less dependable, with reactions ranging from balanced and detailed to boomy, recessed, or fatiguing. ANC generally handles steady engine noise well, but voices, wind, and maximum-strength pressure produce more variable results. Calls are similarly inconsistent outside quiet rooms. Missing wear detection and a bulky case are practical compromises. For buyers willing to tune, the overall package offers strong value without guaranteeing flagship refinement.
Feature Scorecards
Summary
91 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.025 (27%)
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Positive 3.5-4.445 (49%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.415 (16%)
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Negative 1.5-2.46 (7%)
Pros highlights
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Long-session comfort is one of the most consistent reasons to buy, with several reports of hours of wear without pain. Individual head size, heat sensitivity, and the need for occasional adjustment still matter.
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Deep, soft pads usually provide comfortable ear clearance, including for larger ears. Some listeners still make slight contact or find the synthetic covering warm and insufficiently breathable.
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The ten-band parametric EQ is a defining strength, allowing precise correction of bass, vocal presence, and narrow treble peaks. Its results are excellent for many listeners, but the interface and profile-saving workflow take patience.
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Sound quality ranges from exceptional value to disappointing stock performance, depending on the listener. The most common route to better results is reducing excess bass and adjusting vocal presence or treble with the powerful EQ.
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The strongest value argument combines long endurance, comfort, extensive codecs, and unusually powerful EQ around the supplied $130 price. Sound refinement and convenience still trail premium alternatives for some listeners.
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The companion app earns broad praise for useful controls and unusually deep tuning. Personalized sound, account-gated tools, and awkward EQ profile editing are the main complaints.
Cons highlights
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Stock tonal balance is the main point of disagreement: some hear a balanced, restrained presentation, while others hear excessive bass or uneven treble. Fine tuning often improves vocal presence and cohesion substantially.
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Treble opinions are sharply divided between clear, smooth detail and harshness or sibilance. Parametric EQ is especially helpful for taming narrow peaks while restoring lower-treble presence.
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The presentation is usually intimate rather than open-back expansive. Some hear a pleasant medium-room space, while others find it boxed in; EQ or disabling ANC can improve openness.
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Heat management depends on the wearer and conditions: some stay comfortable and dry for hours, while others find the synthetic pads warm or stuffy. Active use and warm weather make ventilation more consequential.
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Speech isolation can work well, but demanding noise exposes limits. Some tests hear background sound leaking through or compressed speech, especially when the wearer speaks quietly.
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Missing wear sensing is a recurring convenience complaint because removing the headphones does not pause playback. Some listeners accept the omission at this price, while others expect it in such a feature-rich model.
Compared With Category Average
Compared with other Over-Ear Headphones, this product is above average in AI translation, aptX, LDAC, near average in Design and Aesthetics, Battery, below average in Replaceable earpads, Replaceable pads/headband, Treble clarity.
Comparison summary
90 compared features-
Above average 0.4+ pts higher31 (34%)
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Same as average within 0.3 pts39 (43%)
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Below average 0.4+ pts lower20 (22%)
Largest category differences
| Attribute | This product | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replaceable earpads | 2.0 | 3.8 | -1.8 |
| Replaceable pads/headband | 2.0 | 3.6 | -1.6 |
| AI translation | 4.5 | 2.9 | +1.6 |
| aptX | 4.4 | 3.1 | +1.3 |
| LDAC | 4.5 | 3.2 | +1.3 |
| Codec support | 4.8 | 3.7 | +1.1 |
| Equalizer customization | 4.7 | 3.8 | +0.8 |
| LE Audio readiness | 4.3 | 3.2 | +1.2 |
Consider This Instead
If you want better Advanced software features
Choose Soundcore Anker Space One. It scores 4.7 vs 4.3 for Advanced software features, with a 3.9 overall score.
If you want better App
Choose JBL Live 780NC. It scores 4.8 vs 4.4 for App, with a 4.0 overall score.
If you want better Ear cup padding quality
Choose Nothing Headphone (a). It scores 5.0 vs 4.5 for Ear cup padding quality, with a 4.0 overall score.
Compared in Reviews
Products reviewers directly compared with this model, grouped into quick takeaways.
- Better: price-relative ranking Soundcore leads the price-relative ranking, while EarFun is favored for parametric tuning.
- Similar: ANC The reviewer puts cancellation on a similar level.
- Better: comfort The Soundcore is slightly more comfortable and secure for this reviewer.
- Better: ANC Cancellation does not approach the Sony model on raw attenuation.
- Better: ANC attenuation Raw cancellation remains below this flagship alternative.
- More expensive: price and performance The Baseus sounds slightly better and has stronger ANC, but costs more and lacks aptX support.
FAQ
Do they sound good without EQ?
Opinions differ sharply. Some listeners enjoy the stock balance, while others find muddy bass, recessed vocals, or sharp treble; the parametric EQ often makes a substantial improvement.
How long does the battery last?
The supplied claims are up to 90 hours without ANC and 50 hours with it. Everyday tests generally report long endurance, though some results fall short of those figures.
How effective is noise cancellation?
Steady engine, fan, and transit noise are the clearest strengths. Voices and unpredictable sounds are less consistently blocked, and one test reports walking pressure at maximum fixed strength that disappears in adaptive mode.
Can I listen through USB-C or a headphone cable?
Both USB audio and a 3.5mm analog connection are available, with ANC usable while powered. Multiple sources report that analog playback still requires a charged battery.
Can I connect two devices at once?
Yes, multipoint generally makes phone-and-computer switching convenient. Several sources report that LDAC must be disabled for dual-device use.
Are they good for calls and conversations?
Quiet-room calls are usually usable, but noisy and windy tests are inconsistent. Transparency often sounds natural, although some listeners hear hiss or processed tones.
Do they pause automatically or suit workouts?
They lack wear detection, so playback must be paused manually. Exercise fit and heat reports vary, and the lack of an IP rating limits confidence around sweat or rain.
Sample Expert Reviews We Analyzed
These are a few of the reviews included in our analysis.
Video Reviews
YouTube - Septien Patterson
- Review score
- 4.0
YouTube - Jessy Audio Review
- Review score
- 4.1
Article Reviews
techradar.com
The Earfun Wave Pro X are comfy to wear and offer a fantastic range of features, even if they don't offer absolute best-in-class sound quality.
- Review score
- 3.7
senses.se
The Earfun Wave Pro X is a pair of over-ear headphones priced at 129 USD that offers excellent comfort, broad codec support, effective...
- Review score
- 4.1
notebookcheck.net
A hands-on review of the EarFun Wave Pro X headphones. Impressive sound paired with impressive battery life.
- Review score
- 4.1
tomsguide.com
The EarFun Wave Pro X are decent budget headphones as they boast clear vocals and pack 90 hours of battery life. But they have noteworthy flaws.
- Review score
- 4.0
gsmarena.com
Features and comfort at an affordable price. The Wave Pro X is EarFun's latest headphones and its newest flagship model. They feature a new...
- Review score
- 3.3
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