We Compare CX-202, Hafnia HDP-210 and Yamaha YDP-165

Sound:

the Kawai CX-202 features beautiful samples from Shigeru Kawai’s flagship concert grand piano, the SK-EX. The piano has been used in several prestigious international piano competitions, such as the Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and Rubinstein competitions.

Kawai has recorded all 88 notes individually to achieve the most accurate reproduction of each note’s unique harmonic qualities. This makes the samples as close to the acoustic grand piano as possible. The piano’s sound engine is called 'Harmonic Imaging

The Hafnia HDP-210's sound is powered by the french Dream chip. This chip gives the piano a powerful and realistic sound that brings your music to life. The piano comes with two high quality piano sounds and 8 additional sounds, to match the style of music you are playing. With 192-tone polyphony you can play play even the most complicated pieces, without comprimising sound quality or expression. 

furthermore the two 20 watt speakers provide a ritch and deep sound, creating a captivating and inspirering playing eksperience.

the Yamaha YDP-165 offers an authentic piano experience. It features a sampling of Yamaha’s flagship model — the CFX concert grand — which delivers a sparkling treble register and a powerful, resonant bass.

The winner of the prestigious International Chopin Competition in 2010 performed on a Yamaha CFX, and it has since been recognized as one of the finest concert grand pianos of the modern era. The piano’s sound engine is called the 'Yamaha CFX Grand Piano Voice'

Keys:

the Kawai CX-202 features Kawai’s 'Responsive Hammer Compact' key action. The weight of the keys has been appropriately adjusted so that they are heavier in the lower register and lighter in the upper register, just like on an acoustic piano. The 'Triple Sensor Key Detection' mechanism ensures there are no issues with rapid note repetition. This provides a much more authentic playing feel and allows for more nuanced performance.

the Hafnia HDP-210 has 88 fully weighted keys with progressive hammer-action. This gives the piano an authentic touch closely mimicking an acoustic piano, providing the player with a natural an ekspressive playing eksperience. 

the Yamaha YDP-165 features Yamaha’s 'Graded Hammer Standard' (GHS) key action, which replicates the feel of an acoustic piano, from the heavier touch in the lower registers to the lighter keys in the upper octaves. Additionally, the black keys have a matte finish to prevent your fingers from slipping.

Design:

the Kawai CX-202 Has 3 different colours to choose between: Rosewood, Black and White. The piano features a minimalist design with gently curved edges, giving it a softer and more refined appearance. It is also the tallest of the three pianos and generally has a more traditional and aesthetically pleasing design.

the Hafnia HDP-210 is available in Black and white. The instrument has a simple, modern design that can fit into any home

The Yamaha YDP-165 Has 3 different colours to choose from: Rosewood, White ash, Black or White. The piano boasts a simple design, it is not tall and doesnt have any details or ornamentation. The straight lines and sharp edge gives the piano a simple elegant design.

The specifications of the three models: