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Moondrop Kato · 189 €Nothing Ear · 149 €
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| What matters | Moondrop KatoMoondropMedium confidence | Nothing EarNothingMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.7 | 8.1 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 189,00 € | 149,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 7.9 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 8.0 | 8.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Performance | 8.7 | 8.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 8.2 (best in this comparison) | 7.9 |
| Repairability | 7.4 (best in this comparison) | 4.2 |
| Support & warranty | 3.6 | 7.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Battery (ANC on) | — | 5.2 h |
| Noise cancelling | Passive isolation only | Adaptive, up to 45 dB |
| Water resistance | — | IP54 buds / IP55 case |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Case charging | — | USB-C + wireless |
| Best for | Keeping one set for years · Swappable nozzles to tune the treble · Metal build at a sane price | Getting flagship sound without flagship pricing · Android owners who want LDAC · Commuters on a budget |
| Avoid if | You want the cheapest good option · You need a mic | You need best-in-class noise cancelling · You are deep in Apple's ecosystem |
| Main drawback | Heavier in the ear than plastic rivals | ANC trails Sony and Bose |
Verdict
The Nothing Ear wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 earbuds, the Nothing Ear has both the highest Worth Score (8.1) and the best score per euro at 149,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is ANC trails Sony and Bose.
Best overallNothing Ear — Highest Worth Score here at 8.1, 0.4 ahead of the Moondrop Kato. Best for getting flagship sound without flagship pricing.
Skip this oneMoondrop Kato — Lowest Worth Score here at 7.7, 0.4 lower against the Nothing Ear and no cheaper. Heavier in the ear than plastic rivals
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.