Nothing Buds 2
Yeabomy AK6
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
Yeabomy AK6
These budget IEMs deliver impressive bass and clear sound for the price, with many users praising their comfort and fit for gaming and music. However, durability is a concern as a few units failed within weeks, and the microphone quality is inconsistent with reports of echo or non-functioning mics. Overall, they offer good value for casual use but may not satisfy audiophiles or those needing reliable build quality.
Pros
- Great bass and clear sound
- Comfortable fit for long use
- Good value for the price
- Versatile for gaming and music
- Decent sound isolation
Cons
- Inconsistent microphone quality
- Durability issues (some units fail quickly)
- Background static noise on some devices
- One earbud louder than the other reported
- No volume control on some units
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Yeabomy AK6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Wired Gaming Earbuds, Ak3file in Ear Monitors, Deep Bass Sound Wired Earbuds, HiFi in Ear Headphones with 1DD 10mm Dynamic Driver, IEM for Music Gaming Video Calling (Black) |
| 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★ | 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 | Waterproof |
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
Yeabomy AK6
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 34 specs.