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Apple AirPods 4 with ANC · 179 €Moondrop Kato · 189 €
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| What matters | Apple AirPods 4 with ANCAppleMedium confidence | Moondrop KatoMoondropMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.1 | 7.7 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 179,00 € (best in this comparison) | 189,00 € |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.9 | 7.9 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 7.8 | 8.0 (best in this comparison) |
| Performance | 7.6 | 8.7 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 7.4 | 8.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 2.2 | 7.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Support & warranty | 9.0 (best in this comparison) | 3.6 |
| Battery (ANC on) | 4 h | — |
| Noise cancelling | Good for an open fit | Passive isolation only |
| Water resistance | IP54 | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | — |
| Case charging | USB-C + wireless | — |
| Best for | People who cannot stand in-ear tips · iPhone owners · Awareness of surroundings while cancelling noise | Keeping one set for years · Swappable nozzles to tune the treble · Metal build at a sane price |
| Avoid if | You want maximum isolation · You are on Android | You want the cheapest good option · You need a mic |
| Main drawback | Open fit limits how much ANC can do | Heavier in the ear than plastic rivals |
Verdict
The Moondrop Kato wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 earbuds, the Moondrop Kato has both the highest Worth Score (7.7) and the best score per euro at 189,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is heavier in the ear than plastic rivals.
Best overallMoondrop Kato — Highest Worth Score here at 7.7, 0.6 ahead of the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. Best for keeping one set for years.
CheapestApple AirPods 4 with ANC — 179,00 € — the entry point here. Open fit limits how much ANC can do
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.