Nothing Buds 2
Apple V100BK
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
Apple V100BK
These wired earbuds are generally well-liked for their sound quality, comfort, and direct iPhone compatibility without an adapter. However, several users report durability issues, with the cable breaking or the earbuds stopping working after a few weeks. The microphone can also be finicky during calls, requiring careful positioning.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Direct iPhone compatibility
- Affordable price
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Fragile cable prone to breaking
- Stops working after short period
- Microphone requires precise positioning
- Treble may be too high for some
- Button controls differ from Apple stock
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Apple V100BK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | 3 size silicone gels |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 70 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Thore iPhone Earbuds with Lightning Connector MFi Certified by Apple Earphones (V100) Wired in-Ear Headphones with Volume Control & Mic for iPhone X, XS, XR, 11, 12, 13, 14 Pro Max (White Silver) |
| 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★ | Lightning |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri |
| 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 (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Apple V100BK
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 32 specs.
