Fairbuds

Name: Fairbuds
Rating: 2.5384614 (364 reviews)
Author: Fairphone

By: Fairphone App

Premium sound. Built to last.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

20,473 ▲ 157

Data as of 2026-08-25

Rating:

2.54 +2

(364)

Version:

3.4

Last updated: 2026-03-10

Ranking

#426,944 ▲ 301

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Unlock the full potential of your Fairbuds or Fairbuds XL with the revamped Fairbuds app. Take control of your sound, tailor it to your liking, and choose from new presets to adjust the equalizer. Create your own sound profile with a multi-band and custom EQ to boost bass for electronic music or clarify vocals for podcasts.

The app also keeps your device up-to-date with firmware notifications, ensuring peak performance. Stay informed about updates and enjoy seamless tuning on every listen.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Music & Audio

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Downloads:

Rating:

Version:

3.4 Last updated: 2026-03-10

Version code:

304

Creation date:

2026-03-10

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.fairphone.android.fairbudsapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

89.42MB

Email:

su*****@fairphone.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-25

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 426,944 ▲ 301

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Developed by:

Fairphone

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fairphone.android.fairbudsapp

Email:

su*****@fairphone.com

Website:

https://www.fairphone.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app's clean design, privacy-conscious approach (no account needed), bundled firmware updates, and sound customization features. However, multiple reviewers report persistent bugs: the app insists on location permissions for Bluetooth, often fails or crashes during connection and firmware updates, and offers limited customization for earbuds modes. Equalizer issues and forced permissions reduce usability. Despite functional earbuds, the app's reliability and permissions concerns affect the overall user experience.

Pros

Clean and well-laid-out user interface with a minimalist design.
The app does not require creating an account, enhancing user privacy.
Ability to update firmware bundled in the app without internet connection.
Includes features such as battery status, firmware updates, and sound tuning with preset and custom equalizer profiles.
Supports purchasing specific earbud parts directly through the app.

Cons

The app frequently requires precise location permissions for Bluetooth functionality, causing privacy concerns and confusion, as it misleadingly requests Bluetooth permissions instead.
Firmware updates via the app are often buggy or fail to install properly, with some users unable to connect after updates.
The app crashes, freezes, or fails to connect to Fairbuds XL earbuds consistently, especially after updates.
Limited customization options for earbuds modes, such as default ANC state or disabling certain modes like transparency/ambient mode.
The equalizer resets to default after pausing playback or switching devices, and the equalizer functionality sometimes does not work as intended.

Recent reviews

I jumped to buy the Fairbuds XL as soon as I saw they were available in the US through Murena. This app is nice looking and is helpfully laid out. It doesn't use the internet, even for firmware updates, since they are bundled in the app - much appreciated. And there is clearly a lot of thought put into the hardware design regarding functionality, repairability, and sustainability. Overall this is a fantastic product in concept and execution with a noble mission. Consider me throughly impressed!!

Jo*****, 2025-01-22

This app does not work! I am using a Fairphone 4 with the earbuds that came with it, I allowed all the permissions it asked for, connected to the earbuds, and nothing... no other option appear and the app stays in the Bluetooth selection page. If I go back it just shows to choose the device and that's it! Please fix your app before publishing it