
- Great sound
- Decent ANC
- Very good repairability
- Solid battery life
- ANC does not always work optimally
- Some problems with the seam
The Fairbuds XL by Fairphone are wireless headphones designed for both music enjoyment and phone calls. They offer an impressive frequency range of 20 to 20,000 Hz, enabling clear and balanced sound reproduction. With a wireless range of up to 10 meters, they provide flexibility and freedom of movement. The headphones are made from recycled materials, making them an environmentally friendly choice. Active noise cancellation minimizes background noise, allowing users to enjoy music or make calls in peace. The Fairbuds XL are also foldable and lightweight, making them ideal for transport. With a battery life of up to 30 hours when noise cancellation is turned off, they are suitable for longer usage sessions. The headphones come with a built-in microphone and support voice assistants like Apple Siri.
Signal transmission | Wireless |
Application range | General |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Noise cancelling | ANC |
Audio Connections | 1 x USB-C |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Item number | 65241013 |
Manufacturer | Fairphone |
Category | Headphones |
Manufacturer no. | AUHEAD-2ZW-EU2 |
Release date | 9.12.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Headphones | 1583 of 8425 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Horizon Black |
Material | Aluminium, Fabric, Female, Recycled Plastic |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Application range | General |
Noise cancelling | ANC |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Music control | Universal (1-button remote control), Universal Bluetooth Remote |
Signal transmission | Wireless |
Button functions | Activate ANC, interregnum, next song, Play, Volume Down, Volume Up |
Compatible voice assistants | Google Assistant, Siri |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Fit | Headband |
Driver diameter | 40 mm |
Adjustability | Foldable, Removable cable |
Durability | Splashproof |
Protection type (IP code) | IP54 |
Frequency range | 20 - 20000 Hz |
Sensitivity | 107 dB |
Impedance | 40 Ω (ohm) |
Audio Connections | 1 x USB-C |
Connections base/transmitter | USB-C |
Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
Max. range | 10 m |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life | 26.50 h |
Capacity | 800 mAh |
Charging time | 3 h |
Charging input | USB-C |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Beutel |
Height | 19 cm |
Width | 18 cm |
Depth | 7 cm |
Weight | 328 g |
Length | 22.10 cm |
Width | 19.10 cm |
Height | 9 cm |
Weight | 762 g |
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