Nothing Buds 2
Anker Space A40 A3936011
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
Anker Space A40 A3936011
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their sound quality, battery life, and noise cancellation. Users appreciate the customizable app, comfortable fit, and value for money, though some note the ANC is not as strong as competitors and connectivity can occasionally drop in certain environments. Overall, they are highly recommended as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with customizable EQ
- Long battery life with fast charging
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great value for money
Cons
- ANC not as strong as some competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to few options at once
- Ear tips may cause soreness for some users
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Anker Space A40 A3936011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | DLC Driver |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 10 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | 0.16699999570846558 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | soundcore |
| 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 (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Anker Space A40 A3936011
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 35 specs.
