Nothing Buds 2
Xmenha AK57
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
Xmenha AK57
These earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users love the comfort, sound quality, and battery life, finding them great for sleeping or concealed use. However, some complain about poor fit for small ears, discomfort after an hour, and a case that doesn't hold the buds securely. Overall, they are a good value for those who find them comfortable, but fit issues are a dealbreaker for others.
Pros
- Comfortable for sleeping
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life (4 hours per bud)
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Low battery voice alert
Cons
- Poor fit for small ears
- Uncomfortable after 1 hour
- Case doesn't hold buds securely
- Larger than described
- Poor sound quality for some
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Xmenha AK57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | In-Ear |
| Ear Tips | — | l |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Lightweight, Sports & Exercise, Universal Phone Control, Water Resistant |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| 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 | voice assistant |
| 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
Xmenha AK57
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2
Xmenha AK57
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
