Poly Voyager 218479-02
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
Poly Voyager 218479-02
Users generally praise the headset for its comfort, sound quality, and battery life, especially for long work calls and integration with Microsoft Teams. However, several verified reviews mention discomfort after extended wear, with some reporting ear pain or heat buildup. A few users experienced reliability issues after a few months, such as the microphone failing to transmit audio.
Pros
- Comfortable for long calls
- Good sound quality
- Excellent battery life
- Seamless Microsoft Teams integration
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- Ear discomfort after extended wear
- Ears get hot after 2 hours
- Microphone foam not included
- Reliability issues after a few months
- Microphone positioning requires adjustment
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
The CMF by Nothing headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value at around $80, offering premium build quality, comfortable fit, and impressive sound with deep bass and clear mids/highs. Active noise cancellation is effective for the price, though not top-tier, and battery life is excellent. Minor drawbacks include a soft carrying pouch instead of a hard case, a slightly bulky design, and a volume scroll wheel that adjusts in 6% increments. Overall, users strongly recommend them as a budget-friendly alternative to high-end models like Sony XM4/XM5.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Premium build quality and design
- Comfortable for long wear
- Deep, punchy bass with clear mids/highs
- Effective ANC for the price
Cons
- Soft carrying pouch instead of hard case
- Slightly bulky design
- Volume wheel adjusts in 6% increments
- ANC not top-tier
- Cushioning may lose shape over time
Scores
Specifications
| Poly Voyager 218479-02 | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam ear cushions | memory foam |
| Headband | padded headband | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Poly - Voyager 4320 UC Wireless Headset + Charge Stand (Plantronics) - Headphones w/Mic - Connect to PC/Mac via USB-C Bluetooth Adapter, Cell Phone via Bluetooth-Works w/Teams (Certified), Zoom&More | LDAC |
| Surround | Poly - Voyager 4320 UC Wireless Headset + Charge Stand (Plantronics) - Headphones w/Mic - Connect to PC/Mac via USB-C Bluetooth Adapter, Cell Phone via Bluetooth-Works w/Teams (Certified), Zoom&More | | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 24 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Microsoft Teams | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| App | — | Nothing X |
Pros & Cons
Poly Voyager 218479-02
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Strong battery (69th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone Pro B175 offers 5.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 28 specs.
