Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Google
86 Overall Score
vs
Sony WIC100/W
Sony
69 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
88 out of 100 high confidence 30 reviews
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
Sound quality 15
Noise cancellation 12
Comfort 10
Connectivity 9
Battery life 8
Touch controls 3
Sony WIC100/W
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Sony WIC100/W | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | neckband |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | 3 sizes |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Sony WI-C100 Wireless In-Ear Headphones, White |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✗ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 25 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | 10 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 25 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| 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
Sony WIC100/W
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
No current pricing available
Sony WIC100/W
Verdict
Winner: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Scores 86 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 37 specs.
