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If you want a pair of budget wired earbuds that plug straight into a Lightning iPhone and give you two sets in one box, choose FUHAYA 2; if you need true wireless open-ear earbuds built for running, calls and travel with an ear-hook fit and app-based translation, choose HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones.
• FUHAYA 2 — biggest strength: Apple MFi certified Lightning wired earbuds sold as a 2-pack, with an inline remote for volume, playback and calls, plus a 36-month warranty and 24/7 support.
• FUHAYA 2 — biggest trade-off: It is wired-in but Bluetooth-enabled, meaning you must switch on your iPhone's Bluetooth before plugging in, and it only works with Lightning devices.
• HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones — biggest strength: True wireless open-ear design with flexible ear hooks, Bluetooth 5.3, a built-in mic, a charging case and app-based real-time translation across 165 languages.
• HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones — biggest trade-off: No wired fallback and no Lightning compatibility, so you rely entirely on Bluetooth and battery power — and the translation feature only works through the companion app.
• Who FUHAYA 2 is for: iPhone owners who want a simple, reliable, low-fuss wired backup pair — and want a spare in the box.
• Who HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones is for: Runners, gym-goers, commuters and travellers who want ears-open awareness, hands-free calls and a translation tool in one earbud.
The FUHAYA 2 is a 2-pack of Lightning-connector wired earphones with an inline remote. You get two identical sets in the box, which is the whole point: one for your bag, one for your desk, or one for you and one for someone in your household. The housing is ABS plastic in a LWhite finish, the fit is in-ear, and everything is controlled from the cord — volume, play/pause, track skipping and answering or ending calls.
One quirk you should understand before buying: despite the Lightning plug, this is described as a Bluetooth-connectivity version. You have to turn on Bluetooth on your iPhone or iPad first, then plug the earphone in to pair. After that first pairing, it reconnects automatically in roughly 2–8 seconds the next time you use it. That is unusual for a wired set, but it is how this model works, so don't expect plug-and-play like a classic 3.5 mm pair.
On the audio side, the design uses main and secondary sound holes for a 360° surround-sound presentation, with noise-reduction tuning intended to keep music and calls usable in noisy places. The inline remote gives you one-press play/pause, two-press next track and three-press previous track — the kind of muscle memory control that matters when you're walking or working and don't want to look at your phone.
Buy the FUHAYA 2 if you're on an iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, Pro Max, XS, XR, X, 8, 7 or SE with a Lightning port, you want a corded set that won't run out of battery, and you like the idea of a spare pair included. The 36-month warranty and 24/7 support line are genuinely reassuring for a wired accessory.
Skip it if your phone uses USB-C, if you want wireless freedom, or if you'd rather not deal with the Bluetooth-toggle step every time you plug in.
The HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones are a completely different animal. These are true wireless ear-hook earbuds that rest outside your ear canal rather than inside it. The practical upside is comfort: no deep insertion, no blocked-ear feeling, and no pressure building up over a long listening session. For people who dislike traditional in-ear buds — or who get sore ears after an hour — this open-ear approach is the main selling point.
The flexible ear hooks wrap around your ears to hold the buds in place during walking, jogging, running, cycling, gym work and general training. Because nothing seals your canal, you stay aware of traffic, announcements and people talking to you. That awareness is the reason open-ear designs have become so popular with runners and city commuters, and it is the core of what this model offers.
Wireless connectivity runs on Bluetooth 5.3, which pairs quickly and holds a stable link with phones, tablets and laptops. An integrated microphone handles hands-free calls, voice chats and remote meetings. The compact charging case keeps the buds protected, organised and topped up between sessions — drop them in after a workout, grab them on the way out.
Then there's the feature that sets this apart: AI real-time translation across 165 languages through the supported app. For international travel, business meetings, language study, shopping abroad or hotel check-in, that turns the earbuds into a two-way conversation tool as well as a pair of headphones. The package is compact at roughly 3.98 x 3.98 x 1.54 inches and weighs about 5.9 ounces including the case and battery.
Buy the HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones if you run, train, commute or travel, you want to hear your surroundings, you make a lot of calls on the move, and the translation feature appeals to you for work or trips abroad.
Skip them if you want a corded set that never needs charging, you specifically need Lightning connectivity, or you have no interest in app-based features.
• Best for iPhone Lightning users → FUHAYA 2. MFi certified Lightning connector, with no adapter needed.
• Best for running and workouts → HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones. Ear hooks and an open-ear fit that stays put through movement.
• Best for battery-free reliability → FUHAYA 2. A wired set draws power from your phone, so there is nothing to charge.
• Best for situational awareness → HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones. Open-ear design keeps traffic, announcements and conversations audible.
• Best for getting two pairs → FUHAYA 2. It ships as a 2-pack, so you get a built-in spare.
• Best for calls on the move → HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones. Built-in mic plus wireless freedom, no cord to snag.
• Best for travel and multilingual situations → HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones. App-based real-time translation in 165 languages.
• Best for long-term peace of mind → FUHAYA 2. A 36-month warranty and 24/7 customer service back the purchase.
In my opinion, the right pick comes down to one question: do you want a cord or do you want freedom? If you own a Lightning iPhone and just want dependable, no-battery earbuds with a spare in the box, I would buy the FUHAYA 2 — the 2-pack, the inline remote and the 36-month warranty make it a sensible, low-risk everyday pair.
If you run, train, travel or take calls while moving, I would buy the HEGVGVB Open Ear Headphones instead. Open-ear comfort, secure ear hooks, Bluetooth 5.3, a charging case and 165-language translation give you far more capability for an active life — as long as you're happy charging them and don't need a Lightning plug.
HEGVGVB. The flexible ear hooks and open-ear design are built for movement and keep you aware of your surroundings. FUHAYA 2 is a wired in-ear set, which is fine for desk and commute use but less suited to running.
No. They use a Lightning connector and are listed for iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, Pro Max, XS, XR, X, 8, 7 and SE. If your phone has USB-C, these won't connect.
Only for the AI translation feature, which works in 165 languages through the supported app. Music, calls and Bluetooth 5.3 pairing work without it.
Both are budget-friendly options, so check the current price on Amazon before deciding — the page button will show it. Weigh that against what you need: a corded 2-pack versus wireless open-ear earbuds with a case and translation.
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