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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality, active noise cancelling, and a premium build, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX would be the better choice, acknowledging that they come at a premium price. They are also more suited for exercise, air travel, and TV and video, with features like sweat and dust resistance, and low latency for synchronized audio. However, if you are on a budget and looking for good quality for music and passive noise isolation, the Moondrop Nekocake is much less expensive and still offers a satisfying experience, though without the advanced features of the Beoplay EX. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
Good for music
Excellent for gaming
Very good for TV and video
Very good for exercise
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.9/10
5.7/10
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is good for music, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Gaming
9.3/10
4.6/10
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Phone Calls
5.3/10
6.1/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is only fair for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1/10
7.7/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair.
TV and Video
8.9/10
5.0/10
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
7.0/10
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Nekocake is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$399
$39
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$200
$300
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
Build Quality
10.0/10
8.5/10
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the Moondrop Nekocake has very good build quality.
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
"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 Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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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