Sony MDR-E9LP
Anker V20i
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR-E9LP
The product receives mixed feedback. Some users praise its comfort, affordability, and reliability, especially for those who get headaches from other earphones. However, many complain about poor sound quality, poor fit, and durability issues like one ear failing after 13 months.
Pros
- Comfortable for long use
- Affordable price
- No charging needed
- Good for headache sufferers
- Simple and reliable design
Cons
- Poor sound quality
- Poor fit for some ears
- Durability issues
- No microphone or controls
- Flat and bassless sound
Anker V20i
The Soundcore V20i open-ear headphones are widely praised for their comfort, lightweight design, and excellent sound quality for the price. Users appreciate the secure fit, easy pairing with multiple devices, and the ability to stay aware of surroundings. A few note that bass could be stronger and the design is somewhat bulky, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
- Excellent sound quality for price
- Easy pairing with multiple devices
- Good for calls and meetings
Cons
- Weak bass response
- Bulky design
- No noise isolation
- Challenging with glasses
Scores
Specifications
| Sony MDR-E9LP | Anker V20i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | open-ear |
| Wearing Style | wired | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | 2x earbuds | s |
| Weight | 0.02 kg★ | 0.08 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 13.5 mm | 16 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 18 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 11 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | Sony MDRE9LP/BLK Ear Buds,Black | IP55 & Sweatproof, Customized lights, 4-Mic For Clear Calls, Sports & Exercise, Playtime: 8/36H |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Fast charge 10 minutes to get 1 hour more playtime |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 36 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Sony MDR-E9LP
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong affordability (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Anker V20i
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Anker V20i offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 30 specs.
