Nothing Buds 2
Lanteso S8
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
Lanteso S8
Users overwhelmingly praise these earbuds for their exceptional value, noting sound quality that rivals far more expensive brands like Apple AirPods and Beats. Comfort and secure fit are frequently highlighted, with many finding them superior to premium alternatives. While call quality and noise cancellation receive mixed feedback, the overall sentiment is that these are an incredible bargain for the price.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Good battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Mediocre call quality
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Slightly muffled sound compared to premium
- Not ideal for phone conversations
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Lanteso S8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Lanteso True Wireless Bluetooth 5.3 Earbuds, 48H Playtime,Light Weight Headphones in Ear Buds Built in Mic Headset Premium Sound with Deep Bass,Clear Calls Earphones for Sports Workout Orange |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 48 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| 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
Lanteso S8
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
- Strong battery (75th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 31 specs.
