Nothing Buds 2
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
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
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
The JVC Gumy Plus earbuds are widely praised for their comfort, especially for children or adults with small ears, and for delivering clear, crisp sound at an affordable price. Many users report excellent durability, with some lasting years of daily use. A few reviewers note the lack of inline controls and that audio quality is not as good as some competitors in the same price range, but overall the value is considered outstanding.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Clear and crisp sound quality
- Excellent value for money
- Durable build lasting years
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- No inline controls
- Audio quality not as good as some competitors
- Weak wiring joints reported
- Requires adjustment for good seal
- No microphone on some models
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | JVC Gumy HAFX7AN | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | JVC Gumy in Ear Earbud Headphones, Powerful Sound, Comfortable and Secure Fit, Silicone Ear Pieces S/M/L - HAFX7G Green |
| 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★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| 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 (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 32 specs.
