Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
Nothing Buds 2
What Buyers Say
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
Users generally appreciate the wired earbuds for their clear sound, comfort, and compatibility with Motorola phones and Kindles. However, several verified buyers report durability issues, with units failing after a month or causing ear pain due to the foam pad. The mixed feedback on longevity and comfort pulls the overall sentiment down.
Pros
- Clear sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
- Compatible with Motorola phones
- Works with Kindle
Cons
- Durability issues after one month
- Causes ear pain from foam pad
- Poor performance on high/low pitches
- Voice clarity not as described
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
Scores
Specifications
| Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT | Nothing Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | three size options | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9.399999618530273 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Max | — | 5 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | Motorola Earbuds 3-S Wired Earbuds with Microphone - Corded in-Ear Headphones, Comfortable Lightweight Silicone Ear Buds, Non-Tangle Flat Cable, 9.4mm Drivers Clear Bass Sound - White | SBC, AAC |
| 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 | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 55 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | ChatGPT |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
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
Pricing
Motorola Earbuds 3-S EARBUDS3-S-WHT
No current pricing available
Nothing Buds 2
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 33 specs.
