Nothing Buds 2
aioklcy S-995
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
aioklcy S-995
These wired USB-C earbuds receive mixed feedback. While many users appreciate the comfortable fit, good sound quality for the price, and compatibility with various devices, a significant number report durability issues such as the wire breaking or one earbud failing within days. The cable noise (microphonics) is also a noted drawback for some.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Good sound quality for price
- USB-C compatibility
- Clear sound across frequencies
- Good bass response
Cons
- Wire breaks easily
- One earbud stops working quickly
- Cable noise (microphonics)
- Poor durability
- Inline controls positioned too close to head
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | aioklcy S-995 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 11 mm |
| Drivers | 2 | 2 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | 2025 New Stereo in-Ear Headphones for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 S25 S24 Ultra S23 Ultra S22 Ultra S21 S20,Note 10+ with Microphone and Volume Remote Control Type-C Connector-Black |
| 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 | 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
aioklcy S-995
- Strong sound (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 4.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 34 specs.
