Nothing Buds 2
Soundcore Sleep A30
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
Soundcore Sleep A30
The Anker Sleep A30 Special earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their comfort, especially for side sleepers, and the variety of sleep sounds, but a significant number find the ANC underwhelming and not strong enough to block loud snoring. Battery life is a common concern, with some reporting it doesn't last the night, and there are complaints about the price and app complexity. Overall, they work well for some but disappoint others, particularly those expecting strong noise cancellation.
Pros
- Comfortable for side sleepers
- Good variety of sleep sounds
- Stays in ears all night
- Compact charging case
- Good sound quality for size
Cons
- ANC not strong enough
- Battery doesn't last all night
- Overpriced for performance
- App can be confusing
- Uncomfortable for some side sleepers
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Soundcore Sleep A30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.00 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 4.599999904632568 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Soundcore Sleep A30 Special by Anker, Sleep Earbuds, ANC, Passive Isolation, Snore Masking, Extensive Sleep Audio, Ultra Comfort for Side Sleepers, 8-10H Playtime |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 9 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 10 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 45 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Google Assistant, Siri |
| 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 (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Soundcore Sleep A30
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average sound (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 4.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 36 specs.
