Nothing Buds 2
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
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
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
The KBear KS1 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and incredible value for the price. Users highlight a well-balanced V-shaped sound signature with clear highs and tight bass, though some note a slight lack of sub-bass and a narrow soundstage. The build is considered solid for the price point, with a lightweight plastic body and metal nozzle, and the ear-hook design ensures a secure fit. A few users mention the cable could be thicker and that the stock tips may not fit everyone, but overall these are seen as a fantastic budget option for both casual listening and stage use.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Well-balanced V-shaped sound signature
- Clear highs and tight bass
- Lightweight and durable build
Cons
- Slight lack of sub-bass
- Narrow soundstage
- Cable could be thicker
- Stock ear tips may not fit all
- Mild bass bleed into mids
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear monitor |
| Ear Tips | — | 3 pairs of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | KBEAR KS1 Earphones in Ear Monitor Super Bass Wired Earbuds, Crystal Clear Sound IEM Headphones, High Resolution Noise Canceling Ear Monitors Headphone for Singers Musician Audifonos Auriculares |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| 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
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 35 specs.
