EarFun Air Pro 4
Score: 87/100
CMF Buds Pro 2 Dark Grey
Score: 92/100Rankings
CMF Buds Pro 2 bring premium features such as LDAC, strong hybrid ANC and a unique Smart Dial to a sub-$70 price point, delivering long battery life and solid sound quality. The lack of case waterproofing and occasional firmware quirks keep it from being a flagship contender.
EarFun Air Pro 4 delivers high-resolution audio, strong adaptive ANC, and a long-lasting battery in a budget-friendly package. Its lightweight design, fast charging, and extensive codec support make it a compelling choice, though the build feels plastic and latency may bother serious gamers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
11 hoursbest | 11 hoursbest | |
10 mm | 11 mmbest | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
— | 550 mAhbest | |
100 dBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 gbest | 5.5 g |
18 monthsbest | — |
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Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 10 mm | 11 mm |
Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LC3, LE Audio | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 5 g | 5.5 g |
IP Rating | IPX5 | IP54 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently highlight the Air Pro 4's impressive value proposition, noting its strong sound signature, solid ANC for the price point and the inclusion of high-res codecs and Auracast. While the earbuds deliver a feature-rich experience, critics point out that the latency isn't low enough for competitive gaming and the ANC falls short of flagship models on higher frequencies.
Everyday users love the long battery life, punchy bass and reliable ANC for travel, as well as the clear call quality and the novelty of Auracast in public spaces. Common frustrations revolve around the lack of on-ear volume controls, a somewhat finicky companion app, occasional over-sensitive touch inputs, and a case that feels a bit large for pocket storage.
“Battery life is incredible - I only charge the case once a week.”
“The bass is punchy and doesn't muddy the mids - great for hip-hop and rock.”
“ANC blocks out airplane and office noise really well.”
Professional reviewers praise the CMF Buds Pro 2 for delivering premium features-LDAC, strong ANC, and a customizable EQ-at an entry-level price. The main criticism from experts centers on the ANC dip when LDAC is active and the lack of wireless charging.
Everyday users love the sound quality boost from LDAC, the convenience of the Smart Dial, and the long battery life, especially for commuting and travel. Common complaints revolve around battery drain when using LDAC, occasional firmware update failures, and overly sensitive touch controls.
