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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Koss Porta Pro headphones are an iconic open-back, on-ear design offering an immersive sound experience with a broad soundstage, which is great for home listening but can leak sound. If you're concerned about disturbing others or need noise isolation, the Moondrop Nekocake earbuds might be a better option as they are closed-back and more suitable for use in public or noisy environments. The Porta Pros are wired, making them ideal for connecting to devices without Bluetooth, yet they may limit your movement. Conversely, the Nekocake earbuds are wireless with better portability; they are perfect for active use but have a battery life to consider. If you take calls or attend lots of meetings, the integrated mic on the Nekocake can be a significant advantage. For durability and build quality, the Nekocake score higher, which could influence the decision if you're tough on your ear wear. Lastly, consider the extra features like an app equalizer and controls customization that come with the Moondrop Nekocake, offering personalized sound settings unavailable on the Koss Porta Pro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
- Very good for air travel
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.2
5.7
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Gaming
6.4
4.6
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
6.1
The Moondrop Nekocake is only fair for phone calls, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.7
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Koss Porta Pro is only fair.
TV and Video
7.6
5.0
The Koss Porta Pro is good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
7.0
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$49
$39
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Koss Porta Pro has a price of $49 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
Build Quality
6.0
8.5
The Moondrop Nekocake has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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How the Koss Porta Pro and the Moondrop Nekocake compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Koss Porta Pro | Moondrop Nekocake |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$49 | $39 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Koss | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1984 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 4.7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 5.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 5.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 63.5 Grams | 5.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Koss Porta Pro
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
Moondrop Nekocake
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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 Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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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