Nothing Buds 2
Belkin Soundform Rhythm AUC015fqBK
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
Belkin Soundform Rhythm AUC015fqBK
Users generally love these earbuds for their comfort, battery life, and sound quality, especially given the low price. A few note that they may slip out during exercise due to sweat, and one reviewer never received the product. Overall, they are seen as a great value that competes with higher-end options.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Long battery life (up to 8 hours)
- Great sound quality
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Lightweight design
Cons
- May slip out during exercise due to sweat
- Ear cushions not ideal for workouts
- One reviewer never received the product
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Belkin Soundform Rhythm AUC015fqBK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | Dual Ear True Wireless Earbud |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | Fast Charge Capable |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX5 |
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
Belkin Soundform Rhythm AUC015fqBK
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
Pricing
Belkin Soundform Rhythm AUC015fqBK offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 35 specs.
