Apple AirBuds 2
The large dynamic driver with AAC codec delivers deep bass, while the IPX5 rating and 30-hour total battery life with Qi wireless charging case offer rugged endurance. Convenient touch controls handle music, volume, and calls, and the ENC microphone system ensures intelligible voice quality by suppressing background noise. Ideal for cost-conscious exercisers and commuters who prioritize water resistance and clear calls over premium sound fidelity.
form factor in-ear
driver type Dynamic
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
bluetooth version 5.1
battery life hours 5
case battery hours 30
water resistance IPX5
63 Overall Score
Price CA$0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong sound (74th percentile) 74th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong anc (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average battery (25th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has improved over time
Based on 7 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 5 |
| Charge Time | 0.83 |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 30 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple AirBuds 2 | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 5 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | 30 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 18 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple AirBuds 2 | 70.4 | 65.3 | 91 | 74 | 24.7 | 70.6 | 66.5 | 52 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.6 | 99 | 78.9 | 93.3 | 99 | 64.6 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.7 | 99.8 | 78.6 | 96 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 99 | 94.1 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.7 | 72.5 | 93.3 | 99.6 | 86 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 96.7 | 90 | 78.6 | 96.2 | 46.9 | 93.3 | 97.7 | 94.1 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 99.3 | 86 |
Usage Scores
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