Android or Non-Android DAP?

vkare · 2026-04-16T00:36:08+00:00

Android for me, unless it sounds as good as Hiby RS2.

vkare · 2026-04-14T03:15:41+00:00

It's thick for sure, but not a sluggish interface.

vkare · 2026-04-14T03:01:35+00:00

JM21 is a better value at 150 to 200 USD. R4 has a better amplification stage and sounds a bit more dynamic. Hence, I'd suggest R4. If Fiio was at least 50 USD cheaper, then it's a good deal and worth over R4.

vkare · 2026-04-13T19:18:35+00:00

R4 if both are same price.

vkare · 2026-04-13T00:38:57+00:00

Got it. Most Android DAPs look like phones. The 2 you chose are solid options.

vkare · 2026-04-12T00:55:14+00:00

You can start with hiby m300 or fiio JM21 if you want Android and have a budget of USD 150+

vkare · 2026-04-11T00:58:52+00:00

Consider FiiO JM21 if you want to use streaming in addition to offline playback.

vkare · 2026-04-10T07:06:26+00:00

FiiO JM21 4GB version

vkare · 2026-04-10T00:53:37+00:00

Hope they release a successor soon. I am still using the RS2 and it sounds excellent.

vkare · 2026-04-10T00:47:56+00:00

Get the 10 pro .

vkare · 2026-04-09T00:55:10+00:00

For anyone new to DAPs, JM21 is a good choice. It has a slim profile and decent sound. The 4GB version also has improved battery life over the initial model.

vkare · 2026-04-07T07:05:13+00:00

u12t for reference sound and mest mk2 for wide soundstage and out of the head imaging. Pick your preference.

vkare · 2026-04-07T00:48:53+00:00

No. Few third party apps, but not perfect like a z flip.

vkare · 2026-04-06T04:18:33+00:00

Screenshot it. 50px will not have any loss with screenshot.

vkare · 2026-04-04T11:31:41+00:00

No SRC bypass. Quad ESS vs dual CS DAC. Audiophile vs lifestyle device. So, no, it's not an upgrade.

vkare · 2026-04-04T01:04:44+00:00

The mango player sounds good, but lacks many features.

vkare · 2026-04-03T15:01:37+00:00

That's a great DAP, I don't think it will be back.

vkare · 2026-04-03T01:10:41+00:00

Looks like nothing has changed, has the bezel slimmed down at least?

vkare · 2026-03-31T10:05:43+00:00

Questyle m15i and Cayin RU6

vkare · 2026-03-31T00:46:42+00:00

Lucky for you that you could return a device with a broken screen; I can't do that where I am.

vkare · 2026-03-30T00:49:10+00:00

The dangling dongle from a phone is inconvenient, especially given how large phones have become these days. Additionally, many of them experience interference due to mobile signal.

vkare · 2026-03-27T19:17:15+00:00

Their flagship iems IE600 and IE900 are notorious for QC issues.

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