- Soundcore Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max Wireless Earbuds, AI Note-Taker for in-Person Meetings, Whisper-Clear Calls, Active Noise Cancelling, 1.78" AMOLED Smart Case, 5 Mins Charge = 4 Hrs Playtime

After using the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max for several days, I can honestly say these are some of the most impressive earbuds I’ve owned.The first thing that stood out to me was the sound quality. The audio is rich, detailed, and powerful without sounding muddy. Bass is deep and satisfying, vocals are clean, and the overall clarity is excellent across different music genres. Whether listening to music, podcasts, or watching videos, everything sounds premium.The noise cancellation is seriously impressive. Once ANC is turned on, background sounds almost completely disappear. I tested them around household appliances, at work, and in noisy environments, and they performed far better than I expected for earbuds. They are getting very close to over-ear headphone level noise canceling.Transparency mode is also excellent. Voices and surrounding sounds come through naturally without sounding robotic or overly amplified. It actually feels safe and comfortable using them in public while still being aware of what’s happening around me.Comfort was another big surprise. With the different ear tips and ear fins included, I was able to get a very secure fit. They stay in place during walking, workouts, and daily activities without constantly adjusting them.The charging case deserves its own mention. The touchscreen is not just a gimmick — it’s genuinely useful. Being able to quickly switch modes, check battery life, and control settings directly from the case is incredibly convenient. The sliding design also feels premium and satisfying to use.The app is packed with features and customization options. I especially liked the hearing test, EQ adjustments, adaptive modes, and personalized sound settings. Everything feels polished and easy to use.Battery life has also been solid so far, and call quality has been clear on both ends.Overall, these earbuds feel like a true premium product and offer an incredible amount of features for the price. Soundcore really did an amazing job balancing sound quality, ANC, transparency, comfort, and smart features into one package.Very easy recommendation from me.

Just picked these up, so this is early days, but the call quality already sold me. I've got the Technics AZ100, and the Liberty 5 Pro Max mics are noticeably better in a loud room. The ANC is the other standout, it clamps down on background noise hard. You also get 3-device multipoint like the AZ100, which is handy, though running all three drops you off LDAC. The charging case screen is genuinely nice to have, controlling ANC and settings right from the case beats digging through an app. Why you might hold off: the AZ100 still wins on pure music sound. Battery also takes a hit once you turn on voice control, AI sound enhancement, LDAC, or spatial audio. The AI note-taker is nice but probably not worth paying up for the Max over the regular 5 Pro, and translation feels gimmicky with real lag since it isn't processed onboard. Get these for calls and noise. Skip the upcharge if music is the point.

I listen to music quite a bit throughout the day, most of which is instrumental, in the flavor of jazz, funk, fusion and blues.I presently reside within the Apple Ecosphere and I have been using the AirPods Pro 2, which are pretty good quality for their price point, and they function well as a member of Apple family.I decided it was time to upgrade, my first inclination was to go with the tried and true, the AirPods 3 until I ironically happened upon a joint review of the Liberty 5 Pro/Pro Max while scrolling through the News app; between that and a bit of research, I jumped ship and purchased the Pro Max set, primarily because Soundcore promised they would deliver an excellent sonic experience.Let me say this-these buds are studs!The sound quality is incredible, especially with ANC mode active, I can literally hear every subtle nuance of each instrument and they are unequivocally crystal clear…..this brings me great joy. My previous buds sounded great, but these are incredibly good earbuds…….equally as impressive is their functionality which is significantly enhanced when paired with the brilliantly designed Soundcore App.I am super impressed, and Kudos to Soundcore on a great product.Ps: they won a GBWR, just sayin’

Bought this expecting a flagship experience. Got the opposite.Three deal-breaking defects out of the box:• ANC doesn’t work at all. Zero noise cancellation despite multiple resets and app setup.• Charging case touchscreen is dead. Completely unresponsive.• Volume is embarrassingly low. My old Soundcore Sport X20 — a $60 earbud — is significantly louder and clearer than this $230 “flagship.”Anker, you should be ashamed to ship this at this price point. I’ve contacted support and filed a formal complaint. Avoid until they fix their quality control.

Wow, not sure where to start with these. Its not often that a new product drops and lives up to the hype but these do! The audio on these buds is excellent and the call clarity claims are true! Noticed that these things thump and have excellent volume compared to some of my other buds. I realize these may be more expensive than we are used to paying for their products, but they deliver on almost every area. The only thing I would say I wish they had would be UC dongle for easy PC integration (but these support multi-connections so may be its unnecesary)

For years, Anker’s Soundcore brand has operated as the undisputed disruptor of the personal audio world. While legacy audio giants rely on brand heritage to justify premium price tags, Soundcore has spent nearly a decade perfecting a completely different formula: delivering top-tier, feature-rich hardware at a fraction of the cost. They’ve consistently proven that high-end active noise cancellation, customizable EQ, and pristine sound shouldn't be gated behind a $300+ paywall. Now, with the release of the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro, the brand isn't just trying to provide the best value on the market anymore—they are actively aiming for the crown.I bought the Liberty 5 Pro mainly because I was intrigued by the Guinness World Record it and its sibling, the Liberty 5 Pro Max, hold for microphone quality in loud environments. I didn’t even know this record existed, but these actually won the accolade for "World’s Clearest Call Quality in an Earbud." I would see this achievement paraded everywhere on social media and kept thinking, that’s cool, but the ANC, transparency, and sound quality probably won’t be good enough for my strict standards, especially since I have experienced so many premium and luxury true wireless earphones.Fast forward to today, and color me impressed. I really love the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro. Let me break down why…Starting with the sound quality: out of the box, I would describe the tuning as V-shaped and hyped. This is clearly a sound profile that the masses will enjoy. According to the MDAQS (Multi-Dimensional Audio Quality Score) system developed by HEAD acoustics—a sophisticated, AI-driven audio testing tool used to scientifically predict how human beings perceive sound quality—the Liberty 5 Pro scored an impressive 4.9 out of 5. For context, earbuds like the Technics AZ100, which are widely regarded as being among the best-sounding models you can buy, scored a 4.3. While that is still good, I personally find the Liberty 5 Pro superior. The AirPods Max 2 scored a 4.5, and I am adding those because they are easily the most popular premium wireless headphones on the market right now.Now, the MDAQS score isn’t the end-all-be-all, but it gives an interesting data point on what average listeners prefer. Personally, I don’t really like the out-of-the-box sound signature of the Liberty 5 Pro. The bass is way too elevated. Its power and extension lean heavily into the mid- and sub-bass regions, which thankfully helps reduce how much it muddies up the midrange. It’s a very Harman-like tuning, but cranked to 11. The low end calls a lot of attention to itself, taking on a mind of its own with excessive rumble and a lingering decay. On some songs—particularly EDM or Hip-Hop—it sounds incredibly fun and energetic. I can perfectly see why the average listener would rate these highly, since most mainstream audiences listen to Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, and EDM. But genres more focused on acoustical instruments like Jazz or Classical or Rock, the bass is just too excessive.The midrange is a bit too lean for my taste, mainly due to the V-shaped nature of the default tuning. Vocals and instruments come across as slightly hollow and distant. I don’t detect much sibilance in vocals, but I do notice a significant amount of forwardness in the ear-gain region around 3–5kHz. This makes the presentation sound intense, but also harsh, resulting in a bit of a shouty characteristic. There are good levels of clarity due to the boosted lower treble, but the overall delivery just feels off in terms of natural timbre to my ears.The treble is boosted, as stated before. This brings plenty of energy to the presentation and helps counterbalance the excessive bass. However, it can also make things sound a bit splashy or sizzly. On the bright side, the treble is smooth; there are no wild dips or peaks that make it sound like sandpaper, but the overall volume is elevated over the midrange, contributing to that lean sound signature. Soundstage and imaging are great, but they aren't as intelligible as I’d like due to the stock tuning.Reading this, you’re probably wondering how I could possibly love these earphones. Well, that’s because of an awesome tool called EQ.Soundcore provides a healthy amount of ways to adjust the audio to your liking. This flexibility is exactly what made me pivot from starting an Amazon refund request to making these my new daily drivers. I’ve included a picture of the EQ settings I eventually settled on. With these adjustments, the bass becomes incredibly powerful, well-extended, and balanced to my ears—full of texture and just the right amount of decay without sounding sluggish. The midrange is now warmer and more natural, stripping away the harsh, intense characteristics caused by the overly boosted ear-gain region. The treble sounds clear and crisp without overwhelming the midrange. I also boosted the upper treble a bit more since I found it rolled off prematurely, which closed in the soundstage. The treble boost I heard out of the box was mainly localized around the upper-mids and lower-treble region.Moving over to comfort and fit, the Liberty 5 Pro earphones are eerily similar to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds and Ultra models. They are so similar, in fact, that they share the same driver nozzle design and can use the same oval umbrella ear tips. I ended up putting the ear tips from my Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen onto the Liberty 5 Pro because the base of the Bose tip is rigid and does not rotate once clicked onto the nozzle. The stock ear tips provided by Soundcore feel cheaper; and because their base is made of soft silicone, they easily twist out of alignment while you are inserting the earphones, which negatively affects ANC effectiveness and channel balance perception.I’ve always fancied the umbrella-style oval ear tips Bose uses because they are comfortable and lock securely into my ears. Whether I am eating, laughing, talking, or running, they never budge.The active noise canceling on these is excellent. Out of the box with the stock tips, the isolation fluctuated between excellent and mediocre. It wasn't until I switched to the Bose ear tips that the ANC became consistently top-tier. I would easily put these on par with Bose, Sony, and Apple in terms of raw ANC power. There is also no perceptible hiss while ANC is engaged, providing that "dead silent" feeling which can sometimes feel nauseating to those unaccustomed to the sensation. Well done, Soundcore!Transparency mode is great, but it doesn't quite reach the level of the AirPods Pro 3, mainly due to a higher level of perceivable hiss and a slightly recessed reproduction of high frequencies, which slightly dulls ambient sound compared to reality. However, I can hold a conversation easily. Thanks to "Easy Chat"—which is similar to the Speak-to-Chat feature Sony pioneered—I can simply start talking, and the Liberty 5 Pro will automatically lower my media volume and enable transparency mode. One quirk I noticed is that Easy Chat only triggers when you are already in ANC mode. I am used to this feature working regardless of your current ambient state, like on Apple or Sony earphones.Controls are great, featuring full customizability for single, double, or triple presses on either earbud. You can also configure what happens during a tap-and-hold gesture, and there are smooth swipe gestures for volume control. The only thing missing is the ability to mute the microphone while on a call unless you do it from the device itself. Furthermore, an on-device AI allows you to speak various preset commands to control your media with insanely fast latency. I don’t personally use the voice commands because the app states it drains the battery quickly. For my usage, the battery lasts around 6 to 7 hours depending on the volume, typically streaming over AAC with ANC turned on.The feature set on the Liberty 5 Pro is extensive—you could literally get lost in the companion app. I really enjoy the built-in ambient sounds, like sleep stories or meditation tracks, which are great if you want to relax or sleep with them in. You also have the ability to connect to three devices simultaneously. In practice, this multi-point connection worked flawlessly with no random dropouts across my MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iPhone Pro Max. The smart case is another cool addition; it has a small screen lets you control basic settings like ANC/transparency modes, EQ profiles, Dolby Atmos (which I found to be just okay), Easy Chat, a remote camera shutter, a "Find My Earbuds" tracker, and Bluetooth pairing.Last but not least is the call quality. Wow, these are fantastic. I can be standing on a subway platform with a train coming barreling into the station, and the caller on the other end won’t even know a train is flying past me. They are seriously impressive at isolating your voice from background chaos. Plus, you don’t have to yell—you can whisper or speak at a completely normal volume and you will still sound loud and clear. Seriously incredible work here, Soundcore.Overall, these earbuds have the fewest compromises of any premium truly wireless earphone I have tried. The sound out of the box isn't to my personal liking, but the robust EQ tools let me tailor the profile to be significantly more enjoyable. They are supremely comfortable and fit perfectly thanks to sharing Bose's ear tip geometry. The ANC is top-notch, blocking out the world alongside the industry's best performers. Controls are solid, transparency is highly usable, and the features are incredibly extensive. The battery easily lasts through the workday, backed by a quick-charge feature that adds up to 4 hours of playback from a mere 5-minute charge. Finally, the class-leading call quality means I never have to worry about being heard, regardless of how busy my environment is. Color me impressed!

Compared to AirPod Pro 3 - given they are not that far apart in price.For the larger size of these buds, I would expect them to match or beat the AirPods ANC battery life, they don't. This was a big miss IMHO.These are generally quite comfortable, I like how they securely stay in your ear.The music sound is pretty similar to AirPods, but takes some messing around with EQ.AI features seem unclear what they are actually doing, but drain battery life.I do like the display on the case if even just to see battery levels.The included sound core care coupon in the app doesn't seem to work. In fact it seems sound core care App screen is broken or not implemented yet.Overall, I like these, but hard to make a really strong argument for them given the price is so close to AirPods and the ANC battery life is not as good.Putting these properly into the charging case takes more concentration that it should, you can't just pop them in the case without paying close attention.

Quantum leap from Soundcore. Great sound stage and beautiful sound. Pricey. I paid full price, but they are quite good. Right now Technics AH80 is on sale and is cheaper. I still think the Technics souns better.On another note, I recently had a problem with a pair of Sound Core ear buds. It was outside the period to return to Amazon, but in the warranty period. Sound Core took care of it at lightening speed. Hard to beat that.

Best call quality of any TWS I have ever owned which includes pretty much every big name brand in market. I tested this with my wife with the car stereo blaring at 75% volume. She didn't even know the stereo was playing and said I sounded like I was sitting the room with her.The controls are super responsive and very customizable. The design is Bose inspired and just as comfortable.ANC and Ambient both work extremely well with ANC coming very close to Bose and in my opinion better than Sony if you use silicone tips on the XM6.These also have wind reduction which takes a couple seconds to kick in but works most of the time for ANC and Ambient mode. In this area these are better than all TWS I have owned.Audio wise I am finding these to be a bit richer sounding for mids and more resolving in the bass area, and cymbals sound a bit more brassy than the XM6. For me this is a bit nicer than the Sony and certainly on par for sound quality.All in all these are looking to be one of the best TWS of 2026.

Arrivati oggi quindi prima e fresca recensione. Mai sentito così bene la musica in vita mia con degli auricolari. Davvero spaziale da brividi. Nei prossimi li proverò nella call su teams e telefonate e vediamo questo world record. Ti be continued.

Ich bin jetzt schon seit einiger Zeit mit dem Liberty 4 pro unterwegs, zuvor hab ich die 4 NC genutzt und der Umstieg auf das 4 pro Modell war schon klanglich eine enorme Verbesserung. Neugierig war ich nun auf die Liberty 5 pro, jedoch führen diese derzeit zu gemischten Gefühlen und ich bin noch unsicher, ob sie mir den Aufpreis wert sind.Der Klang und das ANC waren schon beim Vorgänger der Hammer. Dementsprechend empfinde ich hier den Sprung auf die 5 pro geringfügig besser, wenn überhaupt. Sie nehmen sich für meinen Geschmack nicht viel. Ich bilde mir sogar ein, dass der Vorgänger die Details im Lied etwas besser dargestellt hat.Der Deckel vom Ladecase ist beim 5 pro deutlich wackeliger und dünner als beim Vorgänger. Ja, auch dort wackelt er etwas und ist nicht sonderlich dick. Aber der vom 4 pro wirkt dennoch vertrauenswürdiger beim 5 pro. Bei einem Preis von 179 Euro hätte ich es zumindest so stabil wie beim Vorgänger erwartet oder sogar besser.Das Display außen am Case reagiert sehr gut, Bedienung und Menü toll. Jedoch nervt es mich bereits jetzt, dass das Display ständig aktiviert wird, wenn man dran kommt. Und man kommt nun mal häufig drauf, wenn man das Case greift. Unpraktisch, wenn man sie wie ich in der Handtasche transportiert. Ein innenliegendes Display find ich besser. Wäre auch weniger anfällig.Die Akkulaufzeit hat gegenüber dem Vorgänger um eine Stunde eingebüßt unter der Nutzung von ANC und Dolby. Wenn ich auch noch Extras wie die KI Optimierung aktiviere, geht der Akku sogar noch schneller leer. Da merkt man, dass der neue Thus Chip echt arbeiten muss und Akku zieht. Also nutze ich die KI Optimierung um Akku zu sparen dann doch nicht, schade.4-6 Stunden Nutzungsdauer etwa, je nachdem ob man die KI Optimierung aktiviert hat oder nur das NC und Dolby. Reicht wohl für die meisten, find ich aber dennoch doof, wenn man mal länger reist oder sie den ganzen Arbeitstag nutzen möchte. Vor allem, wenn sie was älter sind und der Akku nachlässt und damit die Laufzeit noch geringer wird. Das Gute: Sie sind extrem schnell geladen. Nach zehn Minuten sind sie wieder lange nutzbar.Nervig find ich auch, dass das ANC immer wieder auf "normal" zurückspringt. Ich stelle mir das NC extra auf volle Stufe und wundere mich dann irgendwann, dass ich wieder die Vögelchen zwitschern höre. Schaue ins Menü und der normale Modus ist wieder drin. Wohl gemerkt- ich habe nicht was adaptive NC aktiviert, wenn das passiert.Der Tragekomfort ist wirklich gut. Sie sitzen bequem und sicher, ich kann damit Sport machen. Auch wenn ich anfange zu schwitzen, lösen sie sich nicht. Das hatte ich schon mit anderen Kopfhörern.Alles in allem passt mir wohl das Gesamtpaket beim Vorgänger doch noch gut genug und ich würde wohl nicht viel verpassen, wenn ich das 5 pro zurückgeben würde. Würde der Preis nicht bei 179 liegen, sondern ne Ecke günstiger sein, würde ich aber nicht so mit mir hadern.Die Farbe in den edlen rosé sieht wirklich hochwertig aus und kann auch von erwachsenen Frauen getragen werden. Das Rosa der 4 NC war deutlich rosaner, während wir hier einen Roségold Ton haben. Ich freue mich, dass Soundcore wieder eine solche Farbe anbietet, die hätte ich gern bei den 4 pro auch gehabt.

I don't usually write product reviews unless they are outstanding products that I feel worthy of one.I have owned many earbuds in my time. From Apple to Samsung, and recently the much more expensive Bose QuietComforts and Technics EAH-AZ100s and I have to say Im totally suprisingly impressed with this less known offering.The Sound - In a nutshell on par with those costing almost twice as much! Most earbuds ANC are useless (even the pricey Technics!), unless you have the Bose units. I actually find these much more natural with noise cancelling (without "sucking your brains out" from the Bose's) and just as effective for once!. It even has "Adaptive" ANC :)The Case - quality, unique and innovative compared against the cheap plastic from the premium brands (you should be so ashamed of yourselves Bose/Technics!). I love the way is slides open (very space agey!) from the usual boring fliptops in every other designs. The LED display is a real bonus to have and great to know at a glance the power left without having to open the app to check.The App - Cool, modern, easy to navigate and a joy to use. Taps on the buds are fully programmable and a unique feature to be able to increase/decrease the volume by sliding your finger up/down the buds is another awesome convenience feature! :) My only gripe is it doesnt look like it sits flush into the ear as fully as other buds although it seals well amd doesnt fall off.All in all super happy with this purchase. The only unknown remains is how durable they are which remains to be seen. Highly recomended if you're after some high end buds for half the cost!

Hab die Liberty 5 Pro jetzt seit ein paare Tage, hauptsächlich weil meine alten Kopfhörer (soundcore Liberty 4 Pro, hatte ich mir letztes Jahr gekauft) im Zug einfach nicht genug konnten was Telefonie angeht. Also hier mal mein ehrliches Fazit.Anrufe:Das ist ehrlich gesagt der Grund warum ich sie geholt hab. Ich bin Sales und bin Montag bis Freitag den halben Tag am Telefon. Mit den alten In-Ears hab ich mich im Büro immer in den Konferenzraum zurückziehen müssen weil die Kollegen sonst alles mitgehört haben und man sich trotzdem nicht verstanden hat. Mit den neuen hier geht das komplett anders. Letzte Woche war ich in der S-Bahn auf dem Weg zur Arbeit, Kunde angerufen, der hat echt gefragt ob ich grad im Homeoffice bin. Hab mich fast totgelacht. Er hat den Zuglärm null mitgekriegt. Keine Ahnung was die da reinbauen, aber es funktioniert.ANC:Hab die Liberty 4 Pro davor gehabt und die waren auch gut, aber die 5er sind nochmal ne andere Liga. In der S-Bahn morgens 8 Uhr — setz die rein, ANC an, und es ist einfach ruhig. Nicht so "naja bisschen leiser halt". Sondern wirklich aus. Die fahren richtig dicht ab. Transparenzmodus ist auch gut, der schaltet von selbst durch wenn wer mit mir redet. Musst nix machen.Klang:Also ich bin kein Audiophiler oder so. Hör auf dem Weg zur Arbeit Podcasts (hauptsächlich Lage der Nation und einen Fußball-Podcast) und ab und zu mal Spotify. Die klingen gut. Richtig gut sogar. Hab in der App so einen Hörtest gemacht der dann den Sound an mein Gehör anpasst — hab ehrlich gesagt nicht erwartet dass das was bringt, aber es war direkt ein Unterschied. Vor allem Stimmen sind nochmal klarer geworden.Sprachsteuerung:"Nächster Track", "Lauter", "Anruf annehmen" — geht alles direkt am Kopfhörer ohne Handy. Funktioniert auf Deutsch, was mich ehrlich überrascht hat weil das bei meinem vorherigen Paar (AirPods von Apple) auch nicht perfekt war. Reagiert schnell. Ist halt praktisch wenn man im Zug steht und nicht erst das Handy aus der Tasche fummeln will.Case mit dem kleinen Display:Ganz ehrlich, am Anfang dachte ich so "ach toll, noch ein Bildschirm am Case, brauch ich nicht". Aber ich benutze es tatsächlich. Im Meeting schnell ANC anschalten oder den EQ wechseln ohne das Handy rauszunehmen. Ist eigentlich ganz nice.Akku:Klar, wenn du alles an hast (ANC, Dolby, Sprachsteuerung) sind es so 4 Stunden pro Ladung. Das ist jetzt nicht Weltklasse, aber für meinen Alltag — morgens rein, mittags mal kurz ins Case, abends wieder — reicht das locker. Und 5 Min laden = 4 Stunden hab ich mal getestet, das stimmt tatsächlich. Kabelloses Laden geht auch, hab so ein Pad aufm Schreibtisch.Verbindung:Laptop und Handy gleichzeitig verbunden. Wenn am Laptop was reinkommt wechselt er von allein. Funktioniert bei mir zuverlässig, hatte ich mit anderen Kopfhörern schon öfter Probleme mit.Fazit:Für den Preis ist das echt ein starkes Paket. Anrufe sind clearer als alles was ich vorher hatte, und ich hab jetzt nicht gerade wenig Kopfhörer durch. ANC, Klang, Sprachsteuerung auf Deutsch, das Case-Display — alles passt. Wer viel telefoniert und nen Kopfhörer für den Arbeitsalltag sucht: hier nichts falsch machen.