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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Moondrop Chu may be more budget-friendly, but if you're looking for features like wireless connectivity and ease of use with a smartphone, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) could serve you better. For a rich and detailed sound, Moondrop Chu is known for its audio quality, but they are typically wired earbuds, which might limit mobility and convenience. On the other hand, "Nothing" Ear (2) earbuds offer a truly wireless experience, which means no cables to deal with, and possibly active noise-cancellation, which can greatly enhance listening in noisy environments. If phone calls and virtual meetings are a priority, ensure the chosen product includes a good quality microphone. With the price difference, consider how essential wireless functionality and added features like noise cancellation are versus pure sound quality and value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- Very good for phone calls
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.9
7.0
The Moondrop Chu and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both good for music, though the Moondrop Chu is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.0
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and Moondrop Chu are both very good for gaming, though the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
8.8
7.9
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Chu is only fair.
Battery
N/A
6.7 Hours
The Moondrop Chu does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$22
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Moondrop Chu has a price of $22 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the Moondrop Chu has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.5
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to be very good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
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How the Moondrop Chu and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Moondrop Chu | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$22 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Moondrop | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.1/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | Integrated | |
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Moondrop Chu
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
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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).
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