Nothing Buds 2
Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK
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
Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK
Overall, users are very satisfied with these Panasonic earbuds, praising their excellent sound quality, comfort, and durability for the price. A few negative reviews mention inconsistent quality between batches and a fragile cable, but the majority find them a great value.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Comfortable for long wear
- Surprisingly deep bass
- Good noise isolation
Cons
- Inconsistent quality between batches
- Fragile thin cable
- Cable length may be short for some setups
- Bass slightly low for some users
- Sound volume lower than some competitors
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 12 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 23 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 96 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Panasonic ErgoFit Wired Earbuds, 3.5mm Jack Wired Headphones with Dynamic Crystal-Clear Sound and Ultra Soft Ergonomic Custom-Fit Earpieces (S/M/L), for Phones and Laptops, RP-HJE120-K (Black) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | 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 | — |
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
Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120PPK offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 35 specs.
