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Updated January 10, 2024·
The decision between Moondrop Blessing 2 and Sony Linkbuds depends on several factors. If sound quality and detail are your top priorities and you don't mind spending more, the Moondrop Blessing 2 offers superior audio fidelity and may be a better choice. However, they may be less convenient for outdoor activities or workouts due to their design and price. On the other hand, if you prefer something more affordable, with a unique design that allows ambient sound for greater situational awareness, and you prioritize comfort and convenience for use on the go, the Sony Linkbuds could be a better fit despite offering less audio detail than the Moondrop Blessing 2. Please consider your primary use case, budget, and the importance of audio quality when making your decision. 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 Sony Linkbuds
Good for exercise
Key differences
Music
8.7/10
6.6/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for music, while the Sony Linkbuds is only fair.
Gaming
6.7/10
5.5/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair for gaming, while the Sony Linkbuds is poor.
Phone Calls
4.9/10
6.8/10
The Sony Linkbuds is only fair for phone calls, while the Moondrop Blessing 2 is poor.
TV and Video
8.2/10
5.4/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is very good for TV and video, while the Sony Linkbuds is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
2.5/10
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is only fair for noise reduction, while the Sony Linkbuds is poor.
Battery
N/A
5.5 Hours
The Moondrop Blessing 2 does not have a battery. The Sony Linkbuds has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$320
$178
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The Moondrop Blessing 2 has a price of $320 and the Sony Linkbuds costs $178.
"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."
"The Sony LinkBuds is definitely the most unique audio product to release so far in 2022, and it largely executes well on it's unoccluded design. However, it's hamstrung by all the same things as other unsealed earbuds."
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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).
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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