Bang & Olufsen 980
Bang & Olufsen
85 Overall Score
vs
EarFun K2
EarFun
70 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Bang & Olufsen 980
No customer feedback yet
EarFun K2
85 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
These kids' headphones are widely praised for their comfort, durability, and clear sound. Many parents find them perfect for travel, especially on planes, with a volume-limiting feature that protects young ears. A few users noted the fit may be more on-ear for older children, and one found the volume too low for their preference. Overall, they offer great value and are highly recommended for toddlers and young kids.
Pros
- Comfortable and soft ear pads
- Durable and long-lasting build
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Volume-limiting feature for ear safety
- Easy Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- Fit may be on-ear for older children
- Indicator light hard to see
- Volume may be too low for some users
- Not suitable for rough handling
Comfort 6
Durability 4
Sound quality 7
Volume limiting 3
Bluetooth connectivity 4
Value for money 5
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Specifications
| Bang & Olufsen 980 | EarFun K2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 80 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 7 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 118 dB★ | 85 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | EarFun K2 Kids Bluetooth Headphones, Kids Headphones with Volume Limited, 40H Playtime, Built-in Mic, Stereo Sound, Foldable Over-Ear Headphone for School/Travel/iPad/Tablet, Sky Blue |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.25 m | — |
| Range | 12.199999809265137 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 23 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Cardioid (Unidirectional) | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bang & Olufsen App | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Bang & Olufsen 980
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
EarFun K2
- Strong comfort (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bang & Olufsen 9800.142score per dollar
vs
EarFun K22.594score per dollar
EarFun K2 offers 18.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bang & Olufsen 980
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 39 specs.
