Nothing Buds 2
Koss Utility 21299195352
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
Koss Utility 21299195352
The Koss KEB90 earphones deliver clear highs and punchy bass when paired with a DAC, but many users find the stock sound too bright and lacking bass without one. Build quality is a mixed bag—some appreciate the detachable cables and included tips, while others note flimsy wires and uncomfortable foam tips. Overall, they are a good value for the sale price, especially for those willing to use DSP correction or aftermarket ear tips.
Pros
- Clear highs with DAC
- Punchy bass with DAC
- Detachable cable design
- Comfortable silicone tips
- Good value on sale
Cons
- Bright sound without DAC
- Lack of bass without DAC
- Flimsy cable quality
- Uncomfortable foam tips
- Crinkling sound when inserting
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Koss Utility 21299195352 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M & L Silicone Cushions and S & M Foam Cushions |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.22 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 16 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 25 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 98 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Koss KEB90 Utility Earbud, Detachable Interchangeable Cord System, Noise Isolation Design, Stealth Grey |
| 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 | 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 | — |
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
Koss Utility 21299195352
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average social proof (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 11.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 35 specs.
