Nothing Buds 2
BASN Bmaster B5
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
BASN Bmaster B5
The BASN Bmaster 5 IEMs deliver impressive sound quality and value for musicians on a budget, with many praising the clear mids and highs, neutral soundstage, and comfortable fit with memory foam tips. However, several users report durability issues like caps falling off, cable failures, and left earpiece problems, sometimes within months. The included accessories (metal case, two cables, various ear tips) are well-regarded, and customer service appears responsive to defects. For vocalists and guitarists not requiring heavy bass, these are a strong upgrade over single-driver models, but those seeking robust bass or long-term reliability may have reservations.
Pros
- Crisp vocals and clear mids/highs
- Neutral soundstage with natural tonality
- Comfortable with memory foam ear tips
- Excellent build quality and professional look
- Generous accessories (metal case, two cables)
Cons
- Caps falling off earpieces
- Cable failures and static issues
- Left earpiece failure
- Bass response too flat for bassists
- Bulky fit protruding from ears
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | BASN Bmaster B5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | — | 12 sizes |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8 mm |
| Drivers | 2 | 5★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 13 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 107 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | BASN Bmaster5 In Ear Monitors, 1DLC Diaphragm+4BA 5 Drivers IEM Earphones with Silver-plated OFC Cable, Noise Isolation Wired Earbuds for Musicians (Glacier White) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| 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 | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
BASN Bmaster B5
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average comfort (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 8.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 34 specs.
