Nothing Buds 2
Skullcandy Sesh ANC S2SAW-S749
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
Skullcandy Sesh ANC S2SAW-S749
Users praise the strong bass and comfortable fit of these Skullcandy earbuds, with several noting they are the best they have tried in years. The companion app enhances the experience significantly. However, some users report issues like one earbud not charging without wiggling, audio cutting out, and a need for better eartips, though Skullcandy's warranty replacement is appreciated. Overall, they are seen as a good value for various activities, with decent water resistance.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Comfortable fit
- Great companion app
- Good water resistance
- Decent battery life
Cons
- Charging issues with one earbud
- Audio cutouts
- Need for better eartips
- Old design
- Mandatory extra warranty
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Skullcandy Sesh ANC S2SAW-S749 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 99 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 99 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Skullcandy Sesh ANC Active Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth Headphones, Noise Cancelling, Customizable Sound, 48 Hrs Battery, Stable Fit, Sweat and Waterproof, Microphone for iPhone Android - Black/Orange |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adjustable |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 2 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 48 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Personal Sound by Mimi |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Nothing X | Skullcandy |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP67 |
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
Skullcandy Sesh ANC S2SAW-S749
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 36 specs.
