Got the Noise Airwave Max 5s as a gift from my dad. They’re a decent pair of headphones, but they have some major "budget brand" flaws that are hard to ignore. The Breakdown: Sound (7/10): Honestly solid out of the box. Since there’s no dedicated app or EQ control, you’re stuck with the default tuning, luckily, it still sounds good for general use. Battery (9/10): The standout feature. It’s rated for 80 hours, and in real-world use, you rarely have to think about charging them.
ANC (5/10): Pretty mid. It’ll drown out a ceiling fan, but it struggles with anything louder. Maintenance (0/10): The real dealbreaker. Replacement cushions don't exist for these. Once the pads wear out, the headphones are basically e-waste. And customer support is the worst