Fit
- Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Fixed open-fit earbud design
- Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Silicone
Headphones comparison
Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector vs Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
KSh 3,500In Stock | 02  Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
KSh 900In Stock |
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2 of 4 products
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic if you want a newer model (2018) and a lower price (KSh 2,600 less). Choose the Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector if you prefer Lightning wired.
Battery life
- Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Wired design
- Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Wired device
Connections
- Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Lightning wired
- Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- 3.5mm wired headset connection
Audio
- Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Engineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bass
- Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Third-generation balance damping system
Type
- Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Lightning Wired Earphones
- Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Wired In-Ear Earphones
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Connection: Lightning wired.
Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Newer model: released in 2018.
- Lower price: KSh 900 (KSh 2,600 less).
- Connection: 3.5mm wired headset connection.
What matters most to you?
Neither has noise cancellation for listening.
Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Fixed open-fit earbud design.
- Wired design.
- In-line remote for volume, media playback and calls.
- Lightning wired.
- Engineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bass.
- Lightning Wired Earphones.
Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic
- Silicone.
- Wired device.
- Inline button for play/pause and accept/end calls on compatible Xiaomi and Android devices.
- 3.5mm wired headset connection.
- Third-generation balance damping system.
- Wired In-Ear Earphones.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Xiaomi |
| Model | EarPods (Lightning Connector) | 14273 |
| Announced | 2016 | 2018 |
| Type | Lightning Wired Earphones | Wired In-Ear Earphones |
| Color | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant | Black |
Design
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | — | 14g |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Wired design | Wired device |
| Charging Time | Wired design | Wired device |
| Fast Charging | Wired design | Wired device |
| Charging Port | Wired design | Wired device |
| Wireless Charging | Wired design | Wired device |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Lightning wired | 3.5mm wired headset connection |
| Bluetooth | Wired design | 3.5mm wired design |
| Bluetooth Range | Wired design | — |
| Multipoint Connection | Wired design | — |
| Connector | Lightning | 3.5mm nickel-plated plug |
| Cable Length | — | 1.25m |
Features
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Siri via connected Apple device | — |
| Special Features | Anatomically shaped EarPods design | Compatible 3.5mm audio source; a separately supplied compatible adapter is required when the device lacks a suitable socket |
Audio
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No | — |
| Spatial Audio | No | — |
| Microphones | Built-in microphone | Inline microphone |
| Audio Features | Engineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bass | Third-generation balance damping system; aluminium alloy acoustic chambers |
| Frequency Response | — | 20Hz–20000Hz |
| Impedance | — | 32 ohms |
Charging Case
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | No charging case | No charging case |
| Case Battery Life | — | — |
| Case Charging | — | — |
| Case Charging Port | — | — |
| Case Wireless Charging | — | — |
| Case Dimensions | — | — |
| Case Weight | — | — |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | — | — |
| Case Features | — | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | In-line remote for volume, media playback and calls | Inline button for play/pause and accept/end calls on compatible Xiaomi and Android devices; some Apple-device functions supported, excluding volume control |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Fixed open-fit earbud design | Silicone; two pairs in small and large sizes |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector | Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | EarPods (Lightning Connector) | Mi In-Ear Headphones Basic |
| Charging Case | No charging case | No charging case |
| Charging Cable | No charging required | No charging required |
| Audio Cable | Integrated cable | Product design does not use a detachable audio cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Fixed open-fit design | Two pairs of silicone ear tips: small and large |
| Documentation | Quick start and safety documentation | — |
Similarities
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Neither has active noise cancellation.
- Both use wired connection.
In summary
Apple EarPods Lightning Connector and Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic share the main features compared here, so the lower-priced Xiaomi Mi In-Ear-Earphones Basic may be enough.
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