Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
JVC Marshmallow Plus HAA25TB
What Buyers Say
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are overwhelmingly praised for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit. Users highlight seamless pairing with Pixel phones and other devices, along with impressive battery life. Some minor criticisms include finicky touch controls, lack of a charging cable, and a desire for more color options, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Seamless pairing with Pixel
- Long battery life
Cons
- Finicky touch controls
- No charging cable included
- Limited color options
- ANC not as good as over-ear
- Occasional connection issues
JVC Marshmallow Plus HAA25TB
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these JBL earbuds, praising their excellent value for money, impressive battery life, and comfortable fit. Many highlight the seamless auto-pairing and charging features, though a few note that the volume could be louder and the touch controls can be accidentally triggered. Overall, the product is highly recommended for its performance at a budget-friendly price.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Impressive battery life
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Seamless auto-pairing and charging
- Great sound quality
Cons
- Volume could be higher
- Touch controls can be accidentally triggered
- Mode switching can lower volume unintentionally
- Black color hard to see if dropped
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | JVC Marshmallow Plus HAA25TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✗ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 22 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 20.5 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | voice assistant compatible |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
JVC Marshmallow Plus HAA25TB
- Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 37 specs.