I've heard/owed all but the infinity and I can tell you that you can't go wrong with either. The pioneers are fantastic for the money, and no the level 2's aren't twice as good. However, the level 2's are a better speaker. Better imaging is what I noticed more than anything. Huge soundstage. The pioneers are good, but not that good. I went with the pioneers due to my money situation at the time and the fact that they are used for 90% HT. For music I would much rather have the level 2's.