Nothing Headphone Pro B175
FiiO FT1 Pro
What Buyers Say
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
The CMF by Nothing headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value at around $80, offering premium build quality, comfortable fit, and impressive sound with deep bass and clear mids/highs. Active noise cancellation is effective for the price, though not top-tier, and battery life is excellent. Minor drawbacks include a soft carrying pouch instead of a hard case, a slightly bulky design, and a volume scroll wheel that adjusts in 6% increments. Overall, users strongly recommend them as a budget-friendly alternative to high-end models like Sony XM4/XM5.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Premium build quality and design
- Comfortable for long wear
- Deep, punchy bass with clear mids/highs
- Effective ANC for the price
Cons
- Soft carrying pouch instead of hard case
- Slightly bulky design
- Volume wheel adjusts in 6% increments
- ANC not top-tier
- Cushioning may lose shape over time
FiiO FT1 Pro
The FiiO FT1 Pro open-back planar magnetic headphones have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional sound quality, noting its impressive detail, wide soundstage, and well-controlled bass, with one user even comparing it favorably to a $3000 headphone. While the earpads are described as somewhat dry and the sound can have a slight metallic edge initially, these are minor drawbacks in an otherwise outstanding package that offers incredible value for its price.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Wide and immersive soundstage
- Well-controlled and natural bass
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- High-quality build and aesthetics
Cons
- Earpads feel dry like gym shorts
- Slight metallic sound initially
- Soundstage could be improved
- Cables not very long
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | FiiO FT1 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 1.00 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Fabric |
| Headband | cap-friendly | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | planar magnetic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 95 mm★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 20 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Planar Magnetic Driver, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm, Dual-Coating Technology, Uniform Magnetic Field, Wireless |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair | — |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
FiiO FT1 Pro
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
No current pricing available
FiiO FT1 Pro
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.
