# Noble Update vs EarFun Audio

The clearest difference is rating: EarFun Audio at 4.7 against Noble Update's 1.0. EarFun Audio also leads on review sentiment (29% vs 0%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 3). Noble Update's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

EarFun Audio holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EarFun Audio has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Noble Update's written reviews are positive against 29% of EarFun Audio's.

Noble Update ships an update every 2 weeks, EarFun Audio every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Noble Update | EarFun Audio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noble-update/id1493253671/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earfun-audio/id1612795156/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **29.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 6 MB | 236 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Noble HiFi, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492955078) | [Earfun Technology (HK) Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1612795158) |

## What reviewers say

### Noble Update

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noble-update/id1493253671)

This utility app guides users on whether to update their Falcon device's firmware. It helps identify firmware versions and provides instructions for updating, enabling control via another app and adjusting settings like voice prompt volume and LED behavior.

**Highlights:** Firmware update guidance, Device serial number check, Control via Noble Sound Suite, Voice prompt volume adjustment, LED blink disable

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### EarFun Audio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earfun-audio/id1612795156)

This app enhances your listening experience with compatible wireless audio devices. Customize settings, optimize sound, and access helpful resources like guides and firmware updates for a personalized audio journey.

**Highlights:** Customize earbud settings, Optimize sound effects, Access FAQs and guides, Firmware updates, Personalized listening experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good sound quality
- 👍 Great value for money
- 👍 Customizable EQ and controls
- 🚀 Easy setup and pairing
- 👍 Decent noise cancellation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with connectivity issues
- 🐛 Settings and customizations get lost with updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with app data collection
- 🐛 Laggy and unresponsive app
- 🐛 App doesn't recognize or support some earbuds

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't detect connected earbuds
- Settings and preferences not saving
- Frequent app crashes and disconnects
- Slow or unresponsive touch controls
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Widgets for battery status and controls
- Multipoint pairing priority option
- More customization options in the app
- Firmware update support for older models
- Apple Watch app integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Noble Update free?

Noble Update is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EarFun Audio free?

EarFun Audio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Noble Update or EarFun Audio?

EarFun Audio is rated higher. Noble Update averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while EarFun Audio averages 4.7 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Noble Update or EarFun Audio have ads?

Neither Noble Update nor EarFun Audio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Noble Update or EarFun Audio?

Noble Update ships an update every 2 weeks, and EarFun Audio every 11 days. Most recently, Noble Update was updated on September 23, 2026 and EarFun Audio on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*