Huawei FreeBuds 5i

32 reviews

May, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 32 reviews of Huawei FreeBuds 5i. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the noise isolation and design. The portability and price also get good reviews, but reviews are divided on the usability.

sound, price, portability, design, noise isolation

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Huawei FreeBuds 5i is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Mariyan Slavov (phonearena.com)

Huawei FreeBuds 5i review: Hi-res sound and ANC on a budget

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i model makes its global debut. A great value proposition that allows you to enjoy hi-res sound and active noise cancellation at a very decent price.

Good price ; Active noise canceling ; Decent sound ; Lightweight and comfortable ; IP54 water and dust protection ; LDAC support ; Multipoint connection

Limited EQ settings ; Companion app needs to be sideloaded ; Plastic charging case feels a bit cheap

Aug, 2023

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Expert review by : Thomas Triggs (androidauthority.com)

HUAWEI FreeBuds 5i review: Superior ANC without breaking the bank

HUAWEI's budget buds deliver great noise canceling and sound quality at an affordable price. Find out more in this HUAWEI FreeBuds 5i review.

Adaptive noise canceling on a budget

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : Matthias Zellmer (androidpit.com)

Huawei FreeBuds 5i review: Cheap ANC in-ear headphones that are big on sound!

Huawei presents the FreeBuds 5i, which are positioned in the mid-range market for less than $100. We reviewed the ANC in-ear headphones.

Good battery life ; Good price-to-performance ratio ; Above-average sound quality ; Good operation ; Dual Connect ; IP54 certification

Equalizer is missing ; ANC could be better ; No wireless charging ; Poor sound quality without the AI Life app

Huawei proved that its FreeBuds 5i ANC in-ear headphones, which cost just under €100, you do not necessarily have to spend a fortune to get good sound in your ears. The ANC in-ear headphones have improved in almost all aspects compared to its...

Jan, 2023

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Huawei Freebuds 5i review: everything the 4i could do these can do better

The Huawei Freebuds 5i combine style with good sound and affordability

Solid design and build ; 28 hours of battery with the case ; Connect them to two devices at once ; Clear, crisp sound with ANC

Only 3 EQ modes in the app ; AI Life isn't on the Google Play Store ; The case can't be charged wirelessly

The Huawei Freebuds 5i look good, sound good and have lots of handy features like multipoint connectivity and ANC. The only problem is that the AI Life app isn't available on the Google Play Store, although you can download it from the Huawei App...

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

Huawei Freebuds 5i review: anything but basic

Active noise cancellation and hi-res Bluetooth codecs for under £100? The Huawei Freebuds 5i sound like a real bargain

Packed full of features ; Decent endurance

Sound quality merely OK for the money ; Wireless charging doesn’t make the cut

A very well-equipped pair of Bluetooth buds. They aren’t perfect, but the Freebuds 5i deliver decent active cancelling at a price that isn’t to be sniffed at.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

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Huawei has made a considerable push into the headphone market, in an effort to become a key player. We've tested a range of its products already, with mixed results. So how will the Huawei Freebuds 5i do in our expert tests? Find out in our full review.

Jun, 2023

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Expert review by : Daniel Tyson (eftm.com.au)

Huawei FreeBuds 5i review: Huge features, little price tag

The wireless earbud market has a number of entrants, but consistently in the conversation are Huawei and their FreeBuds range. The Huawei FreeBuds offer

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i are a great pair of budget friendly TWS buds, offering big features for a wallet friendly price. They include decent quality ANC and Awareness modes, which work well even on a plane, and music, podcasts, audiobooks and more sound...

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv_in)

Huawei Freebuds 5i review: anything but basic

Active noise cancellation and hi-res Bluetooth codecs for under £100? The Huawei Freebuds 5i sound like a real bargain

Packed full of features ; Decent endurance

Sound quality merely OK for the money ; Wireless charging doesn’t make the cut

A very well-equipped pair of Bluetooth buds. They aren’t perfect, but the Freebuds 5i deliver decent active cancelling at a price that isn’t to be sniffed at.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv_in)