In this article, I review the Moondrop Edge Bluetooth headphones. The Edge features a 40mm Beryllium-coated dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.4 and active noise cancellation (ANC). It’s priced at 89 USD.
Disclaimer: This sample was provided by Shenzhen Audio for an honest review. All observations and opinions here are my own, based on my experience with the product.
Moondrop Edge
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Specifications
Bluetooth Version:5.4
Distribution Profile: A2DP/AVRCP/HFP /HSP
Codec: SBC /AAC/LDAC™
Charging Port: USB-C
Working Distance: Over 10m (Unobstructed Open Environment)
Support System: Bluetooth Devices and Mobile Phones
Headphone Charging Time: About 1.5 hours
Design
Edge’s design is characterized by its flat surfaces and clean edges (see what I did there?). It’s available in either grey or white. The top of the headband has a fabric cover, while the underside features generous padding wrapped in protein leather. The same material is used for the earpads, which feel luxuriously soft to the touch.
Sturdy metal yokes give the headphones a solid, robust feel. At the same time, the hinged design lets you fold them up for compact storage. The earcups rotate about 95°, allowing them to fit more naturally to your head and lie flat around your neck or on a desk.
The playback controls are located on the right earcup in a standard 3-button layout. Strangely, though, the button placement is reversed—volume up is on the bottom, and volume down is on the top. The ANC mode select button is just above the playback controls.
I found the Edge very comfortable to wear, despite the fairly strong clamping force. The thick, plush earpads do a great job of distributing pressure evenly, giving you the best of both worlds—a secure, stable fit that never feels like it’s going to slip off, and long-lasting comfort.
Moondrop Link App
The Moondrop Link App is fairly barebones, offering only OTA (over-the-air) firmware update and an EQ with 5 presets (Balance, Extra Bass, Country style, Old Studio Style and Violin solo). You can also enable LDAC within the app.
Battery Life & Connectivity
Battery life is solid – around 48 hours, but the marketing doesn’t specify whether that’s with ANC On or ANC Off (I’m assuming it’s the latter). It takes about 1.5 hours for a full charge. Quick-charging is supported and will give you 4 hours of playback from just a 5-minute charge.
Connectivity is solid with the latest Bluetooth 5.4, which makes things more efficient and stable. I had no issues moving around my (small) house without any signal dropouts.
ANC Quality of the Moondrop Edge
Edge’s ANC is about on par with other Bluetooth headphones under $100. It works reasonably well to cut low-frequency droning sounds, like air conditioners and fans, etc. but unfortunately, it also introduces some background hiss when activated.
Sound
The Moondrop Edge offers a balanced and transparent sound signature, setting it apart from the bass-heavy tuning standard in many budget Bluetooth headphones. Even with the “Bass” EQ preset engaged, the low-end remains close to neutral, providing a tight and controlled response that complements rather than overshadows the rest of the spectrum. This restraint allows the midrange to shine, delivering a spacious and articulate presentation.
Vocals are notably forward and clear, though the upper mids can occasionally verge on shoutiness, particularly on tracks with pronounced vocal peaks. While the “Bass” EQ setting helps to temper this characteristic, listeners sensitive to upper midrange emphasis might still find it noticeable.
Treble is laid-back and smooth, contributing to a sound that’s easy to engage with over extended periods. However, this relaxed treble tuning comes at the expense of detail retrieval, which is modest and may leave detail-oriented listeners wanting more.
The soundstage offers moderate dimensions, with a balanced sense of width and depth that provides a natural listening environment without feeling either cramped or artificially expansive. Overall, the Edge’s tuning prioritizes clarity and balance, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a more neutral sound profile in the budget wireless headphone category.
Comparisons
SoundPeats Space (79 USD)
ANC is better on the Space – it’s more effective at blocking noise and it doesn’t introduce any background hiss like the Edge. It has a much better battery life (65 hours with ANC On and 123 hours with ANC Off). Space has more EQ presets and a custom EQ.
The Soundpeats Space sounds more natural to my ears, with fuller midrange notes. Both headphones have an unexaggerated bass, but the Space gives you more options for preset and custom EQ.
Verdict
The Moondrop Edge is a solid first attempt for the brand at over-ear Bluetooth headphones. It brings a mature, balanced sound signature to a segment traditionally dominated by bass-heavy alternatives. The design and build quality are impressive, though the background hiss from the ANC is something that needs improvement.