Soundcore AeroFit 2
Nothing Ear (3)
What Buyers Say
Soundcore AeroFit 2
The Anker Soundcore AeroFit 2 open-ear earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their comfortable fit, impressive sound quality, and long battery life. Users appreciate the ability to hear ambient sounds while enjoying music, and many find them a great alternative to in-ear or over-ear designs. A few reviewers note that the open-ear design involves some compromises, and one user considers them merely adequate for the price.
Pros
- Comfortable open-ear fit
- Impressive sound quality
- Long battery life
- Ability to hear ambient sounds
- Secure fit during activity
Cons
- Compromises of open-ear design
- Adequate for the price according to one user
- Need to consult online manual for full features
Nothing Ear (3)
The Nothing Ear (3) earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, effective 45dB active noise cancellation, and stylish transparent design. Users highlight the comfortable fit, solid battery life, and convenient features like dual connect and pinch controls. However, a few concerns include microphone failure after a few months for one user, and another notes that while good, the earbuds don't quite live up to the hype from YouTube reviews, with mid-level noise cancellation. Overall, they are seen as excellent value, especially when purchased at a discount.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass
- Effective 45dB active noise cancellation
- Stylish transparent design
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Solid battery life
Cons
- Microphone failure after a few months
- Noise cancellation is only mid-level
- Battery life with ANC around 5.5 hours
- Does not fully live up to YouTube hype
- Case larger than AirPods Pro
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore AeroFit 2 | Nothing Ear (3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 20 mm★ | 12 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Simulated Surround, Stereo |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8.5 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35 hrs★ | 19 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Anka | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore AeroFit 2
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
Nothing Ear (3)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.