JBL Tune 220TWS
Nothing Buds 2
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 220TWS
The JBL earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and workout suitability, but a significant number report severe battery issues, poor microphone performance, and build quality defects like cracking or rubber pieces falling off. The left earbud failing to hold charge is a recurring complaint, and customer service experiences have been disappointing for some.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit for workouts
- Good bass and surround sound
- Affordable alternative to AirPods
- Single bud use possible
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Left earbud fails to hold charge
- Poor microphone in wind
- Build quality issues (cracking, rubber falling off)
- No battery percentage indicator
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
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Tune 220TWS | Nothing Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 5 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Microphone Included, Universal Phone Control | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 | — |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Yes | — |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 3 hrs | 13.5 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Sleek, convenient charging case with a shape inspired by a river stone, a soft body, and a curved li | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback |
| Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 19 hrs | 55 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | ChatGPT |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | iOS, Android | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 220TWS
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong sound (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
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
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 17.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 37 specs.
