Riwbox CF9
Truefree HF-10
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
Truefree HF-10
The Truefree HF-10 headphones are widely praised for their exceptional comfort, especially for glasses wearers, and impressive sound quality that rivals much more expensive models. Users highlight the effective noise cancellation, long battery life, and useful app features like EQ adjustments and game mode. Minor drawbacks include a tight clamp force out of the box, heat buildup during extended use, and the inability to use Bluetooth while charging via USB-C.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for glasses wearers
- Impressive sound quality for the price
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Useful companion app with EQ and game mode
Cons
- Tight clamp force out of the box
- Heat buildup during extended use
- Bluetooth disabled while charging via USB-C
- No carrying case included
- Mediocre microphone in noisy environments
Scores
Specifications
| Riwbox CF9 | Truefree HF-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 3★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 20 Ω |
| 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 | Truefree HF10 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth 6.0 ANC Headset, 125 Hours Playtime, Spatial Audio, Deep Bass, App Custom EQ, Dual Connection, Comfort Fit Ear Cups |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 125 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 8 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| App | — | Truefree App |
| Volume Limiting | ✓★ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
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)
Truefree HF-10
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 32 specs.
