Linsoul Kefine Klean
Nothing Ear (3)
What Buyers Say
Linsoul Kefine Klean
The Kefine Klean IEMs receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent build quality, comfortable fit, and clear, well-balanced sound. Many users highlight the great value for the price, especially for gaming and music. However, a significant recurring issue is channel imbalance, where one side becomes quiet after extended use, leading to some negative reviews and returns.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Comfortable fit for long sessions
- Clear and balanced sound
- Great value for the price
- Good for gaming
Cons
- Channel imbalance after extended use
- Treble can be harsh for some
- Bass quality just above average
- Cable may be too short for some
Nothing Ear (3)
The Nothing Ear (3) earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, effective 45dB active noise cancellation, and stylish transparent design. Users highlight the comfortable fit, solid battery life, and convenient features like dual connect and pinch controls. However, a few concerns include microphone failure after a few months for one user, and another notes that while good, the earbuds don't quite live up to the hype from YouTube reviews, with mid-level noise cancellation. Overall, they are seen as excellent value, especially when purchased at a discount.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass
- Effective 45dB active noise cancellation
- Stylish transparent design
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Solid battery life
Cons
- Microphone failure after a few months
- Noise cancellation is only mid-level
- Battery life with ANC around 5.5 hours
- Does not fully live up to YouTube hype
- Case larger than AirPods Pro
Scores
Specifications
| Linsoul Kefine Klean | Nothing Ear (3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.19 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 107 dB | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Linsoul Kefine Klean in Ear Monitor,10mm DLC Diaphragm Dynamic Driver HiFi Earphones,Wired Gaming Earbuds,Replaceable Nozzles,Detachable Silver-Plated Cable for Audiophile (No Mic 3.5mm, Black) | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Simulated Surround, Stereo |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 19 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Linsoul Kefine Klean
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (65th percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Nothing Ear (3)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Linsoul Kefine Klean offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 38 specs.
