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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 offer better noise isolation, are more suited for exercise and air travel, and have features like active noise cancelling, a low latency mode which is great for gaming and watching TV, and they are optimized for Apple devices. If budget is a concern and customization is desired, Nekocake might fit, but for overall features and performance, especially for Apple device users, the Airpods Pro 2 may be worth the higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro 2
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
- The Moondrop Nekocake has no clear advantages over the Apple Airpods Pro 2.
Key differences
Music
7.0
5.7
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for music, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Gaming
8.4
4.6
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for gaming, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8
6.1
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for phone calls, while the Moondrop Nekocake is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
7.7
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Nekocake is good.
TV and Video
7.8
5.0
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
7.0
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Nekocake is good.
Battery
6.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$199
$39
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The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has a price of $199 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has excellent build quality, while the Moondrop Nekocake has very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple Airpods Pro 2 | Moondrop Nekocake |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$199 | $39 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 4.7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 0.5 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 5.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.3 Grams | 5.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz | May 2023
"Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app. If you own an iPhone, the new AirPods Pro is an obvious choice."
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Jarvin | January 2022
"What sets the Nekocake apart from its competition at this price point is the Moondrop Link app that allows the user to change the tonal balance of the Nekocake. This makes sure that it’s versatile enough to suit different sonic preferences while allowing some customization of controls."
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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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