EarFun Air Pro 3
Score: 79/100
Nothing Ear (a) Black
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Nothing Ear (a) are lightweight true-wireless earbuds offering up to 42.5 hours of total playback and 45 dB hybrid ANC. They lack wireless charging and the microphones are mediocre, leading to occasional call quality issues. Ideal for budget-conscious users who value long battery life and customizable EQ.
The EarFun Air Pro 3 offers hybrid ANC, aptX Adaptive, wireless charging and a solid 45 h total battery life. Its ANC isn't flagship-class and wireless charging may be flaky. Best for budget-conscious commuters and gym users who want ANC without a premium price tag.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
45 hoursbest | 42.5 hours | |
9 hours | 9.5 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 minutes | 60 minutesbest |
11 mmbest | 11 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 minutesbest | 10 minutesbest |
15 metersbest | — | |
— | 5,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 57 gbest | 59.6 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IPX5 (buds), IP55 (case) | IP54 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 57 g | 59.6 g |
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 45 hours | 42.5 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 9 hours | 9.5 hours |
Charging Time (Full) (minutes) | 120 minutes | 60 minutes |
Wireless Charging | true | false |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Codecs | aptX Adaptive | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
TechRadar praises the Air Pro 4's upgraded Bluetooth 5.4, LDAC support and lightweight 5 g design, noting solid high-resolution sound despite the smaller driver, while SoundGuys highlights the comfortable fit, IPX5 durability and improved ANC, though both acknowledge the sound can become tinny at high volumes and that the ANC is not flagship-class.
Everyday users appreciate the stable 15 m range, intuitive touch controls, effective ANC for commuting and gym use, long battery life, and the app's fit test that improves seal and sound. Common complaints revolve around occasional connectivity drops, reduced ANC when the fit is loose, tinny highs at loud volumes, and inconsistent wireless charging of the case.
Professional reviewers commend the Ear (a) for delivering premium-level sound quality, a sophisticated adaptive ANC system, and a highly customizable app, all at a sub-$100 price point. They also note the low harmonic distortion and rapid charging as standout technical achievements, while pointing out the need for manual Fast Pair reconnections and the relatively modest microphone performance.
Everyday users love the earbuds' sleek transparent design, strong ANC for the price, lightweight comfort, and the long battery life provided by the case. Common frustrations revolve around occasional connectivity hiccups with iPhones, the need to re-pair after device power cycles, and the earbuds' microphone not being as clear as desired.
Choose Air Pro 4 for newer Bluetooth features and better ANC; stick with Air Pro 3 if you prefer the slightly larger driver and can forego LDAC.
