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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is acclaimed for superior overall sound quality, which makes it an excellent choice for audiophiles who prioritize music listening. Its soundstage is notably better than the Nekocake, providing a more immersive audio experience. However, it is wired and more expensive, which may not be ideal for those seeking portability and convenience.
On the other hand, the Moondrop Nekocake offers wireless functionality at a lower price point, making it suitable for those on a budget who value convenience and portability for activities like exercise and travel. It even supports sweatproof features, which the Blessing 2 lacks. Despite these conveniences, the Nekocake falls short on sound quality when compared to the Blessing 2, and the microphone quality isn't as high, which could be a consideration for calls and meetings.
If your preference leans towards the highest quality music experience, the Moondrop Blessing 2 is the better choice. However, if you are looking for a more affordable, versatile, and portable option for a variety of activities including casual music listening and sports, the Moondrop Nekocake would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Moondrop Blessing 2
Very good for music
Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.7/10
5.7/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for music, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Gaming
6.7/10
4.6/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair for gaming, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Phone Calls
4.9/10
6.1/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is only fair for phone calls, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is poor.
TV and Video
8.2/10
5.0/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
7.0/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The Moondrop Blessing 2 does not have a battery. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$312
$39
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Moondrop Blessing 2 has a price of $312 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
Build Quality
9.0/10
8.5/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 has excellent build quality, while the Moondrop Nekocake has very good build quality.
"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."
"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."
Get a great deal on the Moondrop Blessing 2 or the Moondrop Nekocake
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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