Nothing Buds 2
Toztnix i9
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
Toztnix i9
Users love the neckband design for its convenience and comfort, especially during daily activities like commuting, cleaning, or jogging. The sound quality is praised for punchy bass and clear vocals, while the magnetic earbuds and physical buttons add to the ease of use. A minor complaint is a loud notification sound when volume is turned all the way down, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Convenient neckband design
- Punchy bass and clear vocals
- Magnetic earbuds prevent tangling
- Physical buttons for easy control
- Comfortable and secure fit
Cons
- Loud notification sound at minimum volume
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Toztnix i9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | neckband |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 101 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Built-In Voice Assistant, Fast Charging, Lightweight, Noise Cancellation, Rechargeable Battery |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | environmental noise cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs | 35 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | 1.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 10 min for 3 hours listening time |
| 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 | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX5 |
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
Toztnix i9
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Toztnix i9 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 34 specs.
