Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

The Galaxy Buds2 Pro nail the basics: great sound, top-tier ANC, and a mic that's among the best we've tested. Build quality is the weak spot, and the touch controls can be annoying. If you find them under USD 80, buy them. If you're paying full price, make sure you really want that Samsung integration.

Sound quality is a standout here, hitting the 85th percentile. The dual dynamic drivers deliver crisp highs and punchy bass without muddying the mids. ANC is even better, landing in the 90th percentile. It won't completely silence a crying baby, but it handles airplane rumble and office chatter with ease. The 6-mic array is the real star, scoring in the 98th percentile for call quality. People on the other end will think you're on a wired headset. Battery life is solid at 5 hours per charge and 30 total with the case, though that's about average for this class. The IPX7 rating means sweat and rain won't kill them, but the 46.4 fitness score suggests they're not ideal for intense workouts.

Against the Sony WF-C700N, the Buds2 Pro win on sound and ANC but lose on price. The Nothing Ear (3) offers a more unique design and better build quality, but can't match Samsung's mic performance. The Anker Space A40 undercuts everyone on price and has better battery life, but the sound is noticeably flatter. If you want the best overall package and don't mind paying for it, the Buds2 Pro are the pick. If you're on a budget, the Space A40 gets you 80% of the experience for half the money.

Pricing is all over the place right now. We're seeing USD 37 to USD 149 across four listings, which is a massive spread. At the low end, these are an absolute steal. At the high end, you're paying flagship money for earbuds with mediocre build quality. If you can snag them under USD 80, buy without hesitation. Above USD 120, you might want to wait for a sale or consider the competition.

The Galaxy Buds2 Pro are Samsung's best earbuds, full stop. You get excellent sound, top-tier noise cancellation, and a fit that actually stays put. The mic quality is absurdly good for earbuds, landing in the 98th percentile of our database. If you own a Samsung phone, this is basically a no-brainer.

But they're not perfect. The build quality sits at a mediocre 34th percentile, which is weird for a flagship product. And the touch controls can be finicky, a complaint that shows up repeatedly in user reviews. Still, the overall package is strong enough that most people won't care.

Skip these if you're a serious athlete. The fitness score of 46.4 is rough, and while they're IPX7 rated, they're not built for high-impact movement. Also skip if you're on a tight budget, the Anker Space A40 delivers similar ANC for way less money. And if you don't own a Samsung phone, you're leaving features on the table that you're still paying for.

Buy these if you own a Samsung phone and want earbuds that just work. The integration is smooth, the sound is excellent, and the mic quality is genuinely best-in-class. They're also a great pick for anyone who takes a lot of calls on the go. The fit is secure enough for daily use, though serious runners should look elsewhere.