Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Riwbox CF9
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Riwbox CF9
These Riwbox CF9 cat ear headphones are a hit with kids, praised for their cute design, fast Bluetooth pairing, and effective noise cancellation. While battery life and comfort are generally good, some users reported issues with the detachable microphone and ear pad durability. Overall, they offer great value for money as a fun, kid-friendly audio accessory.
Pros
- Cute cat ear design
- Fast Bluetooth pairing
- Colorful LED lights
- Effective noise cancellation
- Soft and comfortable ear pads
Cons
- Detachable microphone not bendable
- Ear pads may tear easily
- Long 5-second press to power off
- Wired cable lacks mic/controls
- Ears get sore after prolonged use
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Riwbox CF9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | high-protein breathable sponge |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Riwbox CF9 Kids Bluetooth Headphones Cat Ear with LED Light Up,Safe 85dB Volume Limit,Built-in Mic&Boom Mic for Calls,Kids Wireless&Wired Headphones for Tablet/Airplane/School/Online Learning |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RGB | — | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Riwbox CF9
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 37 specs.
