AirPods Pro 2 vs EarFun Air Pro 4: Is the $186 Premium Actually Worth It
One pair of earbuds costs $249 and has Apple’s logo on it. The other costs $63 and has aptX Lossless, which Apple’s pair doesn’t even support. So which is actually the better buy in 2026? Honestly, the answer depends more on your phone and your habits than on the earbuds themselves.
We’ve spent a few weeks bouncing between both pairs. Here’s what stood out.
EarFun Air Pro 4
AirPods Pro 2
| Feature | AirPods Pro 2 | EarFun Air Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.00 | $62.99 |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Best in class | Very good, a hair behind |
| Lossless Audio Support | No (Apple Lossless only via Vision Pro) | Yes, aptX Lossless on Android |
| Battery (with ANC) | 6 hr | 7.5 hr |
| Total with case | 30 hr | 52 hr |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, MagSafe | Yes (Qi) |
| iPhone Integration | Smooth, instant pairing, spatial audio | Standard Bluetooth pairing |
| Android Integration | Bare bones | Full feature support via app |
| Sweat Resistance | IP54 | IPX5 (slightly better water rating) |
AirPods Pro 2, Pros & Cons
What We Liked
- The ANC is genuinely the best on the market, especially for low-frequency noise like planes and HVAC
- Pairing with an iPhone takes about 2 seconds, no app needed
- Spatial audio with head tracking is a real win for movies
- Apple’s H2 chip handles voice calls really well in noisy environments
Worth Knowing
- $249 is a lot for earbuds that basically last 2 to 3 years before the batteries degrade
- If you have an Android phone, you lose half the value immediately
- No lossless audio support, weird for the price tag
- Replacement ear tips and the case are pricey
EarFun Air Pro 4, Pros & Cons
What We Liked
- aptX Lossless is a genuinely big deal if you have an Android phone
- The ANC isn’t quite at AirPods level but its 80% of the way there for 25% of the price
- Battery life beats AirPods Pro by a noticeable margin
- App lets you tweak EQ, controls, and ANC modes which Apple doesnt really offer
Worth Knowing
- The case feels slightly cheaper, plastic instead of Apple’s smooth finish
- iPhone users lose lossless support, since iOS doesn’t support aptX
- Voice call quality is good but not iPhone-level on AirPods
So Which One Should You Buy?
If you own an iPhone and you don’t care about the price, AirPods Pro 2 are still the most polished option out there. The integration is just unbeatable. But if you’re on Android, or if the $250 price tag makes you wince a little, the EarFun Air Pro 4 is genuinely the smarter buy. You get aptX Lossless, better battery life, and ANC that’s close enough that most people wouldn’t notice the difference in a side-by-side test.
For more options at the budget end, check out our AirPods Pro alternatives roundup or browse all Tech & Gadgets picks.
bottom line
The EarFun Air Pro 4 wins on value by a country mile. For ~$63, you get lossless audio, longer battery, and ANC that’s only barely behind Apple’s. AirPods Pro 2 stay the right choice if you’re deep in the Apple ecosystem and refuse to compromise on integration, but the price gap is hard to justify for everyone else.
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