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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you enjoy a more traditional earbud experience with better overall sound quality for music listening, the Moondrop Nekocake are a good choice; they also offer active noise cancelling which will help block out ambient noise. On the other hand, if you prioritize open-ear listening—allowing you to hear your surroundings—such as during outdoor activities or exercise, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones could be more suitable; they are sweatproof and dustproof, adding durability for active use, but they might not provide as isolating an audio experience due to their open design. Neither are ideal for gaming due to low performance in that aspect. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
Good for exercise
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
5.7/10
4.8/10
The Moondrop Nekocake and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for music, though the Moondrop Nekocake is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
7.0/10
2.5/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$39
$36
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The Moondrop Nekocake has a price of $39 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
6.1/10
6.5/10
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones and Moondrop Nekocake are both only fair for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7/10
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones to be very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Nekocake is good.
TV and Video
5.0/10
5.1/10
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.0/10
The Moondrop Nekocake and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the Moondrop Nekocake and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
"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."
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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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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