Unfortunately, the sound quality was really crappy thru the earpieces and the volume was really low. Its not hard to figure out, and the parts are packaged really well, but it is tall and awkward. I think the difference is that the ireland is flat, and my foot does not slide forward in it like it does in the heeled versions, so the excess length is less apparent. But, this was a bit cheaper and Im not too bothered by that extra 67MHz! I purchased a 9 for daughter who is a true 9 and they were way too small. One of the first two speakers i ordered would not pair with the other one. It does take some pressure to plug it in - more than youd think - but when it does connect there is a satisfying snap. This looks to be one of the things EKSA upgraded from the older E900 (not plus) model, and Im very happy that they did. ? "Sir, this is standard policy for someone IN YOUR SITUATION. Very confused how this got such great reviews.