Nothing Buds 2
JBL Tune 215 BT
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
JBL Tune 215 BT
These JBL wireless earbuds are praised for their durability, sound quality, and battery life, with many users reporting they last for years despite heavy use. However, a recurring issue is poor fit, especially for smaller ears, causing them to fall out during movement. The low price and USB-C charging are appreciated, but some users experience the left earbud becoming quieter over time.
Pros
- Excellent durability
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for sleeping
- Low price
Cons
- Poor fit for small ears
- Left earbud gets quieter over time
- Falls out during movement
- Unbalanced design
- Mediocre sound for some
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | JBL Tune 215 BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | neckband |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 20 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | JBL Tune 215 - Bluetooth Wireless in-Ear Headphones with 3-Button Mic/Remote and Flat Cable - Black, Small |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs | 16 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 15-minute recharge gets you 1 hour of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri, Google Assistant |
| 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
JBL Tune 215 BT
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong battery (68th percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 8.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 31 specs.
