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Updated January 10, 2024·
If wireless convenience and active noise cancelling are priorities, go for the Apple AirPods Pro; they're great for use during exercise, offer more portability, and are better optimized for Apple devices with features like ear detection. However, for superior overall sound quality and a more immersive music and TV/video experience, the Moondrop Blessing 2 performs better but lacks a mic and built-in controls, making them less suitable for calls and usage flexibility. The AirPods Pro is sweatproof, while the Moondrop has higher build quality and a detachable cable, which could mean better durability in the long term. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro
Good for phone calls
Excellent for air travel
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Moondrop Blessing 2
Very good for music
Very good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.8/10
8.7/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for music, while the Apple Airpods Pro is only fair.
Gaming
5.1/10
6.7/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair for gaming, while the Apple Airpods Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
7.4/10
4.9/10
The Apple Airpods Pro is good for phone calls, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.3/10
7.8/10
The Apple Airpods Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is good.
TV and Video
5.7/10
8.2/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1/10
6.0/10
The Apple Airpods Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair.
Battery
5.0 Hours
N/A
The Apple Airpods Pro has 5 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Blessing 2 does not have a battery.
Cost
$260
$320
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$200
$250
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The Apple Airpods Pro has a price of $260 and the Moondrop Blessing 2 costs $320.
"For just $50 USD more than the original model with the wireless charging case, this is definitely the pair of buds to get. The AirPods Pro (1st generation) sounds better than the originals and has a way better fit and active noise canceling to boot. If you have an iOS device, just get this."
"After having the opportunity to finally listen to them myself, I think I can kind of begin to understand why this set in particular has garnered so much hype and praise over the past year, since its release. It’s a truly delightful IEM to listen to, with an outstanding tonal balance that I think most listeners will enjoy, and solid all-around technical performance at a great price."
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About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
About Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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