Riwbox CF9
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
What Buyers Say
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
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
Scores
Specifications
| Riwbox CF9 | Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | high-protein breathable sponge | protein leather |
| Headband | — | memory foam with a soft leather finish |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 3★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | 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 | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 3 |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | ✓★ | — |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
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)
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Riwbox CF9 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.
