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Soundcore Anker Liberty Air 2 Pro True Wireless Earbuds, Targeted Active Noise Cancelling, PureNote Technology, LDAC, 6 Mics for Calls, 26H Playtime, HearID Personalized EQ, Wireless Charging
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Brand | Soundcore |
Model Name | Liberty Air 2 Pro |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | In Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
About this item
- Pure Sound via Targeted Active Noise Cancelling: Choose your scenario via the Soundcore app and listen as ambient sounds disappear to leave you with nothing but pure sound.
- PureNote Driver Technology: Get a 45% boost to your bass, and a 30% wider frequency bandwidth than ordinary drivers. Drivers coated with 10 hardened nano-layers offer incredible stiffness to generate stunning accuracy and clarity.
- LDAC Technology: Compared with standard Bluetooth codecs, LDAC is capable of transmitting 3 times more data—ensuring no detail is lost before reaching your ears.
- HearID Personalized EQ: To ensure a perfect listening experience, HearID intelligently analyses your unique hearing profile and creates a tailor-made sound setup just for your ears. Or take complete control of the sound with the adjustable EQ or 22 preset sound profiles.
- Up to 26 Hours of Playtime: Get 7 hours of playback from a single charge on the earbuds with up to 3 recharges from the charging case.
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Targeted Active Noise CancellingGet near-silence in any scenario thanks to triple-mode noise cancelling. With optimized profiles for Indoor, Outdoor, and Transport, you can escape into pure sound from any location. |
HearIDUse the Soundcore app to map your unique listening profile and generate tailor-made EQ settings. A fully personalized sound signature ensures everyone gets the perfect listening experience. |
Soundcore AppTake complete control via your phone. Change audio and noise cancelling profiles, adjust touch controls, and even more. |
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LDAC TechnologyLiberty Air 2 Pro supports LDAC, a Bluetooth codec that is capable of transferring 3 times more data from your device to the earbuds to preserve hi-res sound quality. Note: Use the Soundcore app to turn on LDAC. |
Universal ComfortLiberty Air 2 Pro includes a plethora of eartips to ensure maximum comfort for all listeners. |
Simple Secure FitGet a confident and satisfying fit in only 3 steps. A secure fit will enhance noise cancellation. |
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Price | $79.98$79.98 | $116.99$116.99 | — | $74.25$74.25 | — | $59.00$59.00 |
Sound | Golden sound via 10.6mm coaxial dual drivers technology (ACAA 2.0) and personalized active noise cancelling (HearID ANC) | Spatial Audio | In-ear studio performance sound via Astria Coaxial Acoustic Architecture drivers | In-ear studio performance sound via 11 mm Astria Coaxial Acoustic Architecture drivers | Premium sound via diamond-inspired drivers, crystal-clear calls | Hi-Res Wireless, LDAC, HearID |
Codec Technology | LDAC, AAC, SBC | LDAC,AAC,SBS | LDAC, AAC, SBC | |||
Playtime | 8/32 Hours | 9/28 hours | 7/26 Hours | 8/32 Hours | 7/28 Hours | 10/50 Hours |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
Fast Charging | Charge for 15 minutes, listen for 3 hours | Charge for 15 minutes, listen for 3 hours | Charge for 15 minutes, listen for 3 hours | Charge for 10 minutes, listen for 2 hours | Charge for 10 minutes, listen for 2 hours | Charge for 10 minutes, listen for 4 hours |
Single Use | Both earbuds | Both earbuds | Both earbuds | Both earbuds | Both earbuds | Both earbuds |
Calls | 6 microphones with AI-uplink noise reduction | 6 mics,AI algorithm | 4 microphones with uplink noise reduction | 4 microphones with uplink noise reduction | 4 microphones with cVc 8.0 uplink noise reduction technology | 6 mics with AI algorithm |
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||
Other Features | HearID personalized sound, 3D surround sound, wireless charging, wearing detection, IPX4 waterproof | Heart rate sensor | HearID personalized sound, wireless charging, IPX4 waterproof | HearID personalized sound, wireless charging, Qualcomm aptX, IPX4 | HearID personalized sound, wireless charging, Qualcomm aptX, touch control, IPX5 | |
Specifications | Weight: 6g (single earbud) Frequency Response: 20-40KHz Sensitivity: 105dB 1KHz 0dBFS Impedance: 16Ω | Weight: 5.8g (single earbud) Frequency Response: 20-40KHz Sensitivity | Weight: 8g (single earbud) Frequency Response: 20~20KHz Sensitivity: 90dB Impedance: 16Ω |
Endorsed by 10 GRAMMY Award Winning Artists
Key Features
Targeted Active Noise Cancelling: Designed to eliminate disruptive and intrusive noises in everyday situations; choose from Transport, Outdoor, and Indoor modes.
HearID Customized Sound: Hearing and ear analysis that intelligently creates your ideal listening profile for sublime sound. Also includes complete EQ control and 22 preset EQs.
Charging Freedom: Charge via USB-C or a Qi Certified wireless charger. Put the buds in the case for 15 minutes for 3 hours of listening.
Bluetooth 5.0: Super-strong and straightforward connectivity that pairs fast and stays stable.
All-Day Comfort: Comes with 9 pairs of EarTips designed with super-soft silicone.
Auto Pause/Play: Sensors stop the music when the earbuds are removed and start it again when they are put back.
Note: Before using Liberty Air 2 Pro, install the Soundcore app and take the Tip Fit Test to ensure you’re using the correct size of EarTips and are wearing the earbuds correctly.
What’s In The Box:
Liberty Air 2 Pro True Wireless Earbuds
Wireless Charging Case
9 EarTips XXXS/XXS/XS/S/M/M+/L/L+/XL
60cm USB-C Cable
Quick Start Guide
Brand Card
Specifications:
Input: 5 V ⎓ 0.5 A
Battery Capacity: 55mAh (earbuds), 500mAh (charging case)
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Noise cancellation | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Comfort | 3.2 | 4.5 | — | — | 4.2 | — |
Value for money | — | — | — | 4.4 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
Sold By | eTechtronics (Your Trusted Online Retailer) | AnkerDirect | AnkerDirect | AnkerDirect | AnkerDirect | AnkerDirect |
connectivity tech | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
headphones form factor | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear |
connector type | wireless | wireless | USB Type C | USB Type C | wireless | USB Type C |
noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation |
cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
control type | Media Control | Media Control | Volume Control | Volume Control | Media Control | Volume Control |
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Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth, True Wireless |
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Special Feature | Noise Cancellation, Fast Charging |
Included Components | Cable, User Manual, Wireless Charging Case, Eartip |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Material | Silicone, Plastic |
Headphones Jack | usb |
Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
Ear Placement | In Ear |
Compatible Devices | Smartphones, Tablets |
Control Type | Media Control |
Cable Feature | Without Cable |
Item Weight | 2.4 ounces |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Control Method | App |
Number of Items | 1 |
Battery Life | 7 Hours |
Audio Driver Type | Hybrid Driver |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
Carrying Case Weight | 0.15 Pounds |
Audio Driver Size | 11 Millimeters |
Manufacturer | Anker |
Product Dimensions | 4.61 x 2.4 x 6.73 inches |
ASIN | B08G4K8CY8 |
Item model number | A3951 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #47,243 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2,873 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
Date First Available | August 18, 2020 |
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Customers like the ease of use of the headphones. For example, they mention the UX design is excellent and the Bluetooth connection is easy to use. Some appreciate the sound quality, saying the noise cancellation is surprisingly strong. That said, some complain about the connectivity issues. Opinions are mixed on fit, value, and battery life.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They mention that the noise cancellation is surprisingly strong, the vocal and transparency modes work surprisingly well at low volume, and the wireless with noise canceling is at a price point that is cheaper for passive. They also appreciate the different ANC settings and the ability to customize what the tap settings do to suit their needs.
"...Overall, these earbuds are very nice. I have no complaints about the sound quality these produce. I'm no audiophile, but they sound great to me...." Read more
"...finally, peace. silence. i can still hear myself speak, and those sounds aren’t blocked and stuffy like earplugs make them...." Read more
"...-You can use either bud individually-The different ANC settings were nice, although I rarely had the inclination to use anything but the..." Read more
"...They sound pretty decent, I just wish I did not have to constantly fidget with them to keep them from falling out...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the earbuds. They mention that they are well-made, have good ANC, and sound great. Some say that the design is sleek and the case is awesome. Overall, most are happy with the performance and sound quality of these ear buds.
"...It's not the best, but it's usable.Noise Cancellation: Pretty good, blocks out low noise, high noises get through...." Read more
"...Minus the few inconveniences I mentioned, they're a really nice pair of earbuds and didn't cost me $250." Read more
"...the design is sleek, and the case is awesome and feels really nice to the touch. i like that the little top slides back to open, it’s cute...." Read more
"...The sound quality on the Liberty Air 2 Pro is very good...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the headphones. They say the UX design is excellent, very simple to connect, use, and charge. They also say the app and configuration is good, and they have no issues with the setup, software updates, and connecting to phone. Some mention that the headphones instantly pair with their phone. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease and functionality of the product.
"...Good bass response- Pairs easily/quicklyCON:- Don't fit well- Callers have a hard time hearing me-..." Read more
"...The touch controls take a bit to get used to but easy enough...." Read more
"...though have tremendous functionality, because they immediately pair with your smartphone, especially if you download and install the latest firmware..." Read more
"...Liberty Air 2 Pro buds are rounder, plumper, so these become annoying after an hour or so, but will be ok for a typical one hour gym session...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the earbuds. Some mention that they sit in their ear just fine, are very comfortable to wear, and don't hurt their ears like others. However, others say that they do not fit their ears well, are the least comfortable pair of ear buds they own, and will not stay in their ears.
"...for me as the buds 2 pros are much smaller and therefore much more comfortable to wear when laying down...." Read more
"...I have in that they don't fit inside the ear canal, the ear tip is actually shorter than some others tips; because of this I needed to use a larger..." Read more
"...the design is sleek, and the case is awesome and feels really nice to the touch. i like that the little top slides back to open, it’s cute...." Read more
"...In spite of the huge number of ear tips provided they were never very comfortable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the headphones. Some mention that they are well worth their regular price, with incredible sound and high-end features. However, others say that they're poor product, worthless, and a waste of time and money.
"...have, but the biggest thing that makes the Liberty 2 pros a great buy for the price is the customizability you have with the app, and solid..." Read more
"These are fine, but not good enough for the price for what I need...." Read more
"...i’m immersed. well worth the money. i might even say life changing for me. i’m excited to never hear anyone speak to me again. 🤘..." Read more
"...Overall, these are good earpods, great for this price range, but I'm gonna knock off two stars for the fake "Noise Cancelling" and lack of "mute"." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the headphones. Some mention that it lasts for several hours, while others say that it's not as strong as the previous Soundcore liberty. The case would not even hold the charge.
"...Also, for Android it does have LDAC support.Battery Life: After over a year of use, it's still pretty good...." Read more
"...They are comfortable to wear and the battery last through a typical work day without any issue...." Read more
"Using LDAC mode really boosts audio quality but it cuts the battery life down from about 7 hours to 3 hours per charge...." Read more
"...-Battery life was acceptable as they never died unexpectedly. I'm medium good about remembering to charge things regularly." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the headphones. They mention that it stopped connecting to their iPhone, the connection often cuts out, and it doesn't connect to both simultaneously. Some customers also say that the earbuds disconnect at random points and cannot connect more than one device at a time. They also mention that they have occasional issues with the signal cutting out.
"...If it weren't for the limited touch gestures and how cumbersome it is to switch between devices, these would get 5 stars from me...." Read more
"...-The ANC turned off at random occasionally. I wondered if it was because I lost the seal on my ears?..." Read more
"...* Cannot connect more than one device at a time to the buds. You can have more than one *paired*, but not *connected*. Which can be annoying...." Read more
"...Lastly, just in case you buy these here is a tip. I had trouble pairing to my phone and connecting the earbuds to the app...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the volume of the headphones. They mention that the earbuds stopped working within two months, and the over ear headphones stopped working after six months. Some customers also mention that they get wet and don't work apparently. They don're not very useful and the widget doesn't function.
"...-At least on my google pixel, the widget doesn't work at all unless you first open the app and connect the buds...." Read more
"...Also, the tap to do whatever function is horrible. 90% of the time when I tap, it does nothing...." Read more
"...The earbuds are comfortable. They do work they way out of my ears if I'm more active than just walking or sitting...." Read more
"...And they died. So if your looking for a set of ear buds to get you through your work day look else where bc these arnt it...." Read more
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Originally, I bought these headphones at the price of $120. When I got them I thought "hey, these are a pretty good value for earbuds with noise cancelling." When compared to normal airpods, I preferred the sound quality of these earbuds. Of course the pros were better in terms of features, and my Liberty 2s were comparable. For all other buds I listed these are much better in terms of sound quality. Let's get into the features:
Transparency mode: The normal mode makes your voice feel boomy because of hearing your voice conducted through your cheekbones, but the vocal only is pretty good. This is probably the mode that you see the most difference between these and airpods. It's not the best, but it's usable.
Noise Cancellation: Pretty good, blocks out low noise, high noises get through. My roommate snored very loudly and when playing music it was tolerable, but it wasn't enough by itself. However I wouldn't be surprised if listening to the snoring raw was damaging to my ears (yes I know noise cancelling doesn't combat pressure waves, just humor me). I swear I could hear that guy from across the building.
Sound Quality: Pretty good. I've owned the m50xs from audio technica and while the Soundstage is not nearly as good, for casual listening I find these enjoyable. What's great about them though I'd the soundcore app has a huge amount of eqs and a customizable eq so you can make it sound the way you want. Also, for Android it does have LDAC support.
Battery Life: After over a year of use, it's still pretty good. I get a little over a day of pretty constant listening, and if I go to bed forgetting them in my ears with the volume low I will wake up and some days they still are playing. So best case probably around 7 hours ish for the earbud with no noise cancelation no LDAC and low volume. When you turn all the features on though it definitely drops the battery life, probably to around 4 ish. However the case charges really fast.
I thought these were pretty good for $120. Now for $50 with a 25% coupon they're a great deal. I might update this review once I get my galaxy buds2 pros in a few days though.
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I have had my buds 2 pros for a significant amount of time and I'll summarize the differences:
The transparency mode of the buds 2 Pro is significantly better, it feels much less stuffy.
The active noise cancelling of the buds 2 pros is marginally better but because of the size of the earbuds themselves the Liberty 2 pros offer more passive noise cancellation than the buds.
The size is a big difference for me as the buds 2 pros are much smaller and therefore much more comfortable to wear when laying down.
The sound quality of the buds 2 pros is noticeably better but not overwhelmingly so.
The buds 2 pros battery is actually worse than the liberty 2 pros.
However, the buds 2 pros are over $200 and the Liberty 2 pros can be found on sales for the price I stated originally. I do not think you get 4x the value for spending 4x the money, especially if you aren't a samsung mobile device user. There are some other features that the pros have (360 audio, find my buds) that to my knowledge the liberty 2 pros do not have, but the biggest thing that makes the Liberty 2 pros a great buy for the price is the customizability you have with the app, and solid performance for the price. Unless you have money to burn to get something that's maybe 1.5x as nice for 4x the money, I'd go with the liberty 2 pros. Yes, they are not the best in the market. But, they are still very solid and at a very steep discount compared to other buds.
I needed a nice sounding pair of TWS to replace the Liberty Air 2 and wanted to add ANC to the bag of tricks it could do. I was considering the Sony WF-1000xm4 but the price was causing me to hesitate, I thought about the Jabra Elite 7 Pro but they don't support APTx only AAC and I'm an Android guy. I looked at the Pixel buds Pro but for the price they couldn't deliver an equalizer or support a Codec for Android other than SBC.
I decided to try the Liberty Air 2 Pro it was $59 on Amazon and when I bought it there was an additional 25% off coupon, so even a cheapskate like me didn't have any reason not to try them. I will try to address different aspects of my experience so far with them.
Fit: Included in the package are 9 different sized ear tips so you can hone in on the perfect fit. These are a little different than the other ear buds I have in that they don't fit inside the ear canal, the ear tip is actually shorter than some others tips; because of this I needed to use a larger tip to get a good seal. Typically I use ear tips in the medium/small range when they insert inside the ear canal. For the Liberty Air 2 Pros I need a Large + ear tip to get a good seal. But because they don't insert inside the ear canal I personally find them more comfortable.
Getting a good Seal: the key to the ANC is getting a good seal. There is a function in the App that tests the seal. I find when I put them in my ears, I think I have a good seal then run the test and one or both are not sealed. Usually removing them and reinserting them I can get a good seal, I am improving gradually, it is taking me less time to find that good seal than when I first got them. But it worth it to me to go through the adjustment process, I wear them because my wife and I both are remote workers and I am trying to find a little quiet.
Update: 12/2/22 getting a good deal is still a pain in the rear. I tried SpinFit tips thinking it would easier and better, actually made it harder to get a good seal. I may try Comply foam tips next.
Sound: Full disclosure I have a little bit of high frequency hearing loss, so a bass heavy non-EQ headset just sounds too boomy for me. I appreciate the Hear-ID feature in the app that fine tunes the sound to my hearing. although I do think it over compensates and makes it a bit tinny sounding, but after the sound test I create an EQ from it and then tweak to where the high notes sound bright but not too high that get that tinny sound. I have the CODEC set to LDAC and it sounds really nice I can hear instruments that I hadn't noticed before in some older songs. My opinion is not the definitive of what sounds good but the sound is better than a a pair of $47 (with coupon) TWS earbuds should be expected to be.
The App: quit your complaining and download the app. The first thing you will do after installing the App is update the earbuds to the latest firmware. If you choose to use LDAC then you will download another update. The app also lets you tweak the ANC to find the setting that works best for your environment.
Summary: These are very nice sounding earbuds with features to rival competitors' that cost many times what you will spend on these. They are comfortable to wear and the battery last through a typical work day without any issue. The sound quality is excellent and customizable, these are my new favorite while I wait for the Soundcore Space A40 to go on sale. :)
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The sound quality is great, they connect without any problem to any Bluetooth-supported equipment, and I particularly like that one can choose between different sound profiles (i.e., complete noise cancelling or allowing some environmental noise - the latter is good for e.g. being in traffic and not loose awareness to sounds). Sound quality of the microphone seems ok - phone/zoom calls are no problem, the receiver could hear me (however, I cannot state whether the microphone quality is really great or not).
So. These earbuds. First and foremost, no, you won't look weird wearing them. They actually look pretty discreet and like they're meant to be there. Mine are a dark grey, too.
Fitting - easy. They give you loads of "tips" to try on, just find what fits best. The app can test the "seal quality" too, but go with what's comfortable for you. Loads of choice. On the subject of fitting, I don't go running, so I can't tell you how they'd hang on. When walking or doing anything physical though, they just stay put and feel well rooted. I rarely need to adjust them, and when I do, I find it's pointless - they were secure in the first place.
Connectivity - simple, easy, and solid. I do get random cut-outs on my phone, but that's heavily modified and running a beta custom OS. A reboot solves it for a few days, so it's a glitch on the phone. My tablet is stock, and these are solid - even ten metres away. It's unbelievable. They've got a more stable connection than my Logitech G933s to my PS4.
Battery life. You charge the box, and it charges the buds up when not in use. Everything is extremely lightweight. I do a lot of walking, and use these for up to 90 minutes at a time. I've had the box go without charge for a week, and it charged back up in half an hour. The battery life is absolutely phenomenal.
Sound quality. That's the essential part. Now, this is a mixed bag for me, and you might find things a bit different. I have hearing issues, plus partial deafness in my left ear, extending only to bass frequencies. Anything that muddles sound means I find it really grating, and I can't hear lyrics. It's just noise.
These earphones excel. When you take them out the box and seat them in your ears, there's a few seconds while they boot up, then glorious silence. They just shut the world out. Fire up a high-quality stream or source, and you've got a tight, rich soundstage. The "HearID" setup is great, but I did tweak it further - the app is great for that - but if they'd add the ability to tweak individual channels and/or psychoacoustic systems, that'd be cracking for those whose ears aren't working quite right!
You'll have no problem getting what you want from these earbuds, they're rich across the range. I do find they're a bit harsh at the treble end, and not as clear and "spacey" as the Soundmagic E10s, but it's nothing uncomfortable. I'm just splitting hairs here.
Other matters - no more wires. Honestly, I didn't think anything of wires until I got these. I wouldn't go back... In fact, even though I have a perfectly serviceable set of these earbuds, I'd consider splashing out on the very best version right now in addition to this pair. One set for home used with my tablet, the better pair for general use. That's how damn good these are.
I bought these at £129, and I see they're presently £99. I don't have any regrets buying them at the price I paid - they're quality, and worth every penny.