Nothing Buds 2
Moondrop CHU II DSP
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
Moondrop CHU II DSP
The Moondrop Chu 2 IEMs deliver impressive sound quality for their low price, with clear treble, detailed mids, and punchy bass when properly fitted. Build quality is solid with a metal housing and detachable cable, though the cable's ear hooks are weak and the dust filter may degrade after a few months. Some users experienced intermittent crackling or connection issues, but overall these are highly recommended for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for price
- Clear treble and detailed mids
- Punchy bass with proper fit
- Solid metal build quality
- Detachable and replaceable cable
Cons
- Weak ear hooks on cable
- Dust filter degrades after months
- Intermittent crackling or connection issues
- Cable may stop working temporarily
- Microphone quality is basic
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Moondrop CHU II DSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.12 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 15 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 38 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 18 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| 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 | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Nothing X | MOONDROP LINK APP |
| 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
Moondrop CHU II DSP
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
