Riwbox CF9
QCY H3S
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
QCY H3S
The QCY H3S headphones are widely praised for their exceptional active noise cancellation, which rivals far more expensive models. Sound quality is good, especially after EQ adjustments, and comfort is excellent for long sessions. Battery life is outstanding, and the value for money is considered unbeatable. Some users note the default tuning is muddy and the headphones are quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound after EQ adjustment
Cons
- Default tuning is muddy
- Large size may not suit all
- App not perfect on iOS
- Bass not extreme for EDM
- No 3.5mm cable included
Scores
Specifications
| Riwbox CF9 | QCY H3S | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.24 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | high-protein breathable sponge | protein leather |
| Headband | — | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 3★ | 2 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 40 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 | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 102 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 7★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | QCY App |
| App | — | QCY App |
| Volume Limiting | ✓★ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
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)
QCY H3S
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Riwbox CF9 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 34 specs.
