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EarFun Wave Pro problems

Of the 46 channels counted here, 8 of 40 objected to sound quality — the most common complaint about the EarFun Wave Pro. Next: the on-ear controls (7 of 12); bluetooth and connectivity (6 of 16).

46 channels 51 videos Page generated How this is counted

9 of 46 were sponsored by EarFun or got a free unit; 9 disclosed another paid promotion or ad; public editorial analysis; commissioned reports are a separate paid service.

EarFun Wave Pro: where the complaints land

Ranked by how many channels objected, not by score — a topic most people liked can still be the one that trips buyers up. Pick a topic for the complaints behind it.

liked it had a problem split Each square is one channel

The exact counts, including channels with no tie to the brand
TopicLiked itNo disclosed relationship with EarFunComplaints
Sound quality75% 30 of 4083% 20 of 248 objected · 2 split
The on-ear controls33% 4 of 123 of 57 objected · 1 split
Bluetooth and connectivity50% 8 of 1660% 6 of 106 objected · 2 split
Design and build quality73% 16 of 2267% 8 of 125 objected · 1 split
Transparency mode38% 3 of 81 of 45 objected
Microphone quality on calls50% 5 of 104 of 64 objected · 1 split
Comfort and fit75% 21 of 2884% 16 of 193 objected · 4 split
The companion app62% 5 of 82 of 43 objected
Noise cancellation79% 22 of 2875% 12 of 162 objected · 4 split

This page covers complaints only. See what all 46 channels concluded, including what they praised.

EarFun Wave Pro: what they actually said

Every topic channels objected to, the complaints first. One voice per channel, only from channels counted on that side; those with no disclosed tie to the brand come first.

Sound quality

8 of 40 had a problem · 30 liked it · 2 split

Had a problem 8

“Q35s still sound overall better. They still get louder, still have a little bit more bass, equing these still a little bit better.”
Native Rez MediaJul 2024at 17:28 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 30

“these are using 40 mm diamond like carbon dynamic drivers and I kept switching back and forth between these and my Beats Studio Pros and I was very impressed at how similar these were when it came to a sound signature”
GameskyMar 2024at 6:18 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“At the same time you can still have the vocals clearly cutting through and hearing more higher end instruments as well and those high notes come out impressively crisp and clear but without sounding shrill or tinny.”
Erin LawrenceMay 2024at 3:22 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

The on-ear controls

7 of 12 had a problem · 4 liked it · 1 split

Had a problem 7

“and do take note that the headphones also won't have any controls when you use it plugged in, so no controls, no ANC and no mic as well.”
Sean Talks TechFree unit from EarFunMar 2024at 4:42 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 4

“Same button layout, same long battery life of 50 hours for both with ANC on which is actually pretty good”
LeechTMMay 2024at 1:06 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (2 more quotes)
“And what the Sony XM4s have that the Earfun Wave Pros don't have is like the wear detection and touch controls on the side”
Ardently TechSponsored by EarFunAug 2024at 1:20 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“There's never been one that allows you to really customize most of its control buttons.”
Aaron X Loud and WirelessApr 2024at 2:10 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Bluetooth and connectivity

6 of 16 had a problem · 8 liked it · 2 split

Had a problem 6

“just be aware if you do plug these in and are going to use these wired it will shut the headphones off automatically and it will disable a lot of things you're just going to be able to listen to music when these are wired”
Digital SlangMar 2024at 1:02 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 8

“So it's a superior codec compared to AAC or SBC, which are a lot older”
TechTabletsApr 2024at 0:03 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (2 more quotes)
“As of right now, right out of the box, audio switching does not work.”
RonOnTechMar 2024at 17:57 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“Just keep in mind if you want to use LDAC, you need to turn multipoint connection off.”
Picky AudioSponsored by EarFunMar 2024at 4:30 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Design and build quality

5 of 22 had a problem · 16 liked it · 1 split

Had a problem 5

“So there is no official water resistance rating on these headphones and it's frankly not meant to be used with water around, so do keep this unit dry as best as you can.”
Sean Talks TechFree unit from EarFunMar 2024at 4:31 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 16

“The wave pro I'll tell you what reminds me a whole lot of something like the One More Sonoflow in that it takes a whole bunch of value added features and then encapsulates them in a very solid well made body.”
GearUP with AaronFree unit from EarFunApr 2024at 6:18 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (2 more quotes)
“not gonna lie, it still feels a bit like they cheaped out on the quality of plastic used in the Wave Pro's construction. It feels a bit brittle”
Aaron X Loud and WirelessApr 2024at 2:46 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“Overall I would say the build quality punches way above what they're charging for it.”
Max TechApr 2024at 2:28 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Transparency mode

5 of 8 had a problem · 3 liked it

Had a problem 5

“to be honest, this is the worst part about the Earfun Wave Pro. There's definitely not as much pass-through as most competing models”
Aaron X Loud and WirelessApr 2024at 6:45 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 3

“The EarFun again did very well and again it's a natural sounding transparency mode without the addition of white noise. I won't say there's necessarily a standout here, and it does come down to personal preference, but I felt the EarFun at…”
ReganCipherJun 2024at 11:13 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Microphone quality on calls

4 of 10 had a problem · 5 liked it · 1 split

Had a problem 4

“In windy situations though, it's a hit or miss. The wind is audible and does interrupt the voice at certain times.”
DHRMEFree unit from EarFunMar 2024at 5:32 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 5

“It did knock it out. I still feel it, but I don't hear it. So the mics are working fantastic when it comes to wind noise reduction or cancelling altogether.”
RonOnTechMar 2024at 29:17 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“good mics for calls, a bunch of other features and a fine companion app to fine-tune and control your ANC”
LeechTMMay 2024at 6:50 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Comfort and fit

3 of 28 had a problem · 21 liked it · 4 split

Had a problem 3

No quotable complaint among the 3 who objected. A quote has to be found in the video’s captions, state a clear verdict and come from a review rather than a setup guide. Hear them at the moment they raised it:

Liked it 21

“First of all, these are super lightweight. Now if you're one of these people that don't like big heavy headphones, or you're somebody that's going to be wearing these for long trips or long periods of time, you're going to love these.”
Flossy CarterMar 2024at 7:07 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“all the way to its balanced non fatiguing sound, it all feels like that the guiding principle of the ear fun team during the product development process was long-term comfort.”
Andy's Tech ToneJun 2024at 16:26 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

The companion app

3 of 8 had a problem · 5 liked it

Had a problem 3

“Like adding the auto play and pause. I absolutely love that on any pair of headphones, even earbuds for that matter, when you take them off your head, they pause, when you put them back on, they commence.”
Brannon No dIncludes a paid adMar 2024at 17:01 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 5

“You get one of the best 10 band EQs that I've ever used on any headphone or earbud.”
Picky AudioSponsored by EarFunMar 2024at 7:07 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“Both of them also have great apps that, you know, compare and update the firmware, but also lets you customize all your settings, especially the EQ settings”
Ardently TechSponsored by EarFunAug 2024at 6:57 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Noise cancellation

2 of 28 had a problem · 22 liked it · 4 split

Had a problem 2

“that impression of relative silence is temporally broken by some hissing when you power on the device especially with ANC on. But thankfully anything above like 15% volume will overpower that effect.”
GearUP with AaronFree unit from EarFunApr 2024at 6:57 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 22

“Using the Earfun Wave Pro has been a pleasant experience. The strong ANC mode is particularly impressive, effectively blocking out a wider range of noises from engine hums to office chatter.”
PlayTopiaJun 2024at 2:43 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“for what it is and how strong it is, it's actually surprisingly good.”
EL JEFE REVIEWSFree unit from EarFunMar 2024at 11:21 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Back to the ranking

What nobody complained about

Not one of the channels we counted raised a problem with these, which is worth as much as the list above.

  • The carrying case 8 of 8 liked it
  • Price and value 29 of 29 liked it

Quick answers

What are the biggest downsides of the EarFun Wave Pro?
The flaws and issues most often raised, ranked by how many of the 46 channels objected: sound quality (8 of 40 objected), the on-ear controls (7 of 12 objected), bluetooth and connectivity (6 of 16 objected).
What did nobody complain about?
Not one of the 46 channels raised a problem with the carrying case or price and value.
What is the reception among channels with no disclosed relationship?
On sound quality, 30 of 40 channels rated it positively (75%). Counting only the 24 who disclosed no sponsorship, free unit or ad from EarFun, it is 20 of 24 (83%).

EarFun Wave Pro channels and sources

Every channel counted on this page, most-watched first — the one you have already seen is probably near the top. Thumbnails open the video on YouTube.

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How this is counted

One channel, one vote per topic. A channel who makes six points about sound counts once, so the numbers measure reception rather than talkativeness. Specifications and stated personal preferences are excluded; only assessments and direct comparisons count. A topic appears only where at least eight channels discussed it.

Split means a channel’s praise and criticism of a topic cancelled out. They count in the total and on neither side.

We have not tested this product. Counts describe channels with eligible assessments. Selected quotations link to their located caption passage. 9 of the 46 were sponsored by EarFun or got a free unit from them, and 9 more disclosed a paid promotion or an ad. Each is marked wherever they are quoted, and the summary shows every verdict with and without them.

No disclosed relationship is the subset without a recorded sponsorship, gifted-unit classification or generic paid-promotion marker. Unrelated ads can be labelled separately; affiliate disclosures are not comprehensively audited by this table. Missing arrangements remain unknown. This subset does not prove independence or a sponsorship effect.

Selected quotations are located in saved captions. Location is distinct from semantic support, product attribution and model checks; it is not comprehensive human review.

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