Nothing Buds 2
Shure SE215-K-E
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 are widely praised for delivering excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price. Users highlight the rich bass, clear vocals, and solid ANC performance that rivals more expensive models. While some note the bass can be slightly overpowering and the touch controls have limited customization, the overall value is considered outstanding. The long battery life, USB-C charging, and premium build further cement these as a top budget choice.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with rich bass
- Effective noise cancellation for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life with USB-C charging
- Premium build and design
Cons
- Bass can be slightly overpowering
- Limited touch control customization
- Case lacks functional dial
- Case is somewhat bulky
- No Google Fast Pair support
Shure SE215-K-E
The Shure SE215 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their excellent sound isolation, comfortable fit, and accurate sound quality, making them a top choice for musicians and commuters alike. Many reviewers highlight their value for money, noting they outperform more expensive models. However, some users find the bass lacking or the fit challenging, and a few report issues with the cable or sound cutting out.
Pros
- Excellent sound isolation
- Comfortable fit
- Accurate sound quality
- Great value for money
- Durable build
Cons
- Bass lacking for some
- Fit can be challenging
- Cable issues
- Sound cutting out
- Not for bass-heavy listeners
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Shure SE215-K-E | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.13 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9.199999809265137 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 17 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Shure SE215-K-E
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 3.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
