Huawei FreeArc

ANC, 7 h, Wireless
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Product details

Headphones with ear hooks and a 140-degree triangular design for optimal support. Dynamic bass algorithm with a highly sensitive 17x12 mm driver unit. AI for crystal-clear calls with enhanced sound capture and noise cancellation. IP57 water resistance protects against rain and sweat during workouts. Up to 28 hours of battery life (10 minutes of charging for 3 hours of listening).

Key specifications

Application range
General
Equipment + Functions
MicrophonesTrue Wireless
Headphone type
In Ear Headphones
Signal transmission
Wireless
Noise cancelling
ANC
Isolation
Open
Item number
54979613

General information

Manufacturer
Huawei
Category
Headphones
Manufacturer no.
55038108
Release date
26.2.2025
Sales rank in Category Headphones
370 of 7915

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material
Polycarbonate (PC)Silicone

Application range

Operating system compatibility
AndroidiOS
Application range
General

Headphone properties

Output
Stereo
Noise cancelling
ANC
Equipment + Functions
MicrophonesTrue Wireless
Music control
touchpad remote control
Signal transmission
Wireless
Button functions
Accept callEnd callinterregnumLanguage assistantnext songPlayReject callVolume DownVolume Up

Headphone type

Headphone type
In Ear Headphones
Fit
Earhook
Isolation
Open
Driver diameter
204 mm
Durability
Waterproof
Protection type (IP code)
IP57

Audio properties

Frequency range
20 - 20000 Hz

Connections

Connections base/transmitter
USB-C

Bluetooth features

Bluetooth version
5.2
Bluetooth feature
AACSBC
Bluetooth profiles
AACSBC

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life
7 h
Capacity
55 mAh
Charging input
USB-C

Origin

Country of origin
China

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charger housing

Product dimensions

Height
4.75 cm
Width
1.84 cm
Depth
4.54 cm
Weight
8.90 g

Package dimensions

Length
11.80 cm
Width
10.40 cm
Height
3.90 cm
Weight
177 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)
3 additional offers

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 72.Avantree
    3.2 %
  • 72.Denver
    3.2 %
  • 72.Huawei
    3.2 %
  • 75.LG
    3.3 %
  • 75.QCY
    3.3 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 47.Google
    2 days
  • 47.House of Marley
    2 days
  • 47.Huawei
    2 days
  • 47.Jabra
    2 days
  • 47.Marshall
    2 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 45.Apple
    2.4 %
  • 45.Avantree
    2.4 %
  • 47.Huawei
    2.5 %
  • 47.Music Sound
    2.5 %
  • 47.Sony
    2.5 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good84/100
Very good85/100
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connectSingle testReleaseJune 2025
  • PositiveVery well made, P57 protection
  • PositiveComfortable to wear
  • Positiveopen design is very suitable for sports
  • Positiveorderly sound
  • Positivelong battery life
  • NegativeCase somewhat bulky
Good79/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseJune 2025
  • PositiveExcellent seating
  • PositiveDust and waterproof
  • PositiveVery simple operation
  • NegativeHighs sharp and thin
  • NegativeCentre slightly unclean
  • Negativepoor battery life
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notebookcheck.comSingle testReleaseMay 2025
  • PositiveHigh-quality material selection
  • Positivebalanced sound
  • PositiveStrong telephony features
  • NegativeComparatively small batteries
  • NegativeNot suitable for all spectacle wearers

The Huawei FreeArc impress with their balanced sound and very good telephony features. The open-ear headphones are also IP57-certified and support multipoint Bluetooth. The open design means that ambient noise is always clearly audible. Due to the design, ANC is not on board, but unfortunately neither is wearer detection...

Very good88/100
Basic TutorialsSingle testReleaseMay 2025

With the HUAWEI FreeArc, the manufacturer once again demonstrates its expertise in the headphone segment and delivers a very good pair of open-ear headphones. They are particularly impressive in terms of wearing comfort, elegant design and very good battery life. The comfort is particularly noteworthy, as it is at an excellent level thanks to the flexible C-Bridge and the shape modelled on an ear and...

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Audio & StereoplaySingle testReleaseApril 2025
  • Positivehigh wearing comfort, good support during movement
  • PositiveGood companion app
  • Positivelong battery life
  • NegativeModerate sound due to the design, especially in the bass range
  • NegativeNo wireless charging possible

The FreeArc score with a comfortable fit, secure hold and solid sound. They are ideal for athletes who want to listen to music without blocking out their surroundings. However, hi-fi fans should look for alternatives.

This test report belongs to a different type: FreeArc (ANC, 28 h, Wireless, Cable)
Very good86/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseApril 2025
  • PositiveVery good sound
  • PositiveGood battery life
  • PositiveGood gesture control
  • NegativeWeak bass
  • NegativeCase rather large

The Huawei Free Arc sit comfortably in everyday life as well as during sports and when tested. The IP57-certified open-ears come in a relatively large charging case, from which they can be easily removed and stowed away again. The Bluetooth 5.4-capable open-ears can be controlled via touch, gesture control and the app, which is only available in Huawei's store and also offers a find function and equaliser...