Nothing Buds 2
MEE audio M6-R3
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
MEE audio M6-R3
The MEE audio M6 wired earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their durability, comfortable over-ear fit, and good sound quality for the price, especially for exercise and audiobooks. However, several reviews report issues with the microphone failing, cheap ear-loop wires, and a stiff cord, with some units breaking within weeks.
Pros
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable over-ear fit
- Durable with L-shaped plug
- Stays in ears during exercise
- Volume control and pause/play
Cons
- Microphone fails or has echo
- Cheap and flimsy ear-loop wires
- Stiff and inflexible cord
- Breaks within weeks for some
- Earbud orientation may be defective
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | MEE audio M6-R3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | 6 sets of eartips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | MEE Audio M6 Sport Wired Earbuds, in Ear Headphones, 3-Button Remote, Sweatproof Earphones for Running/Gym/Workouts with Memory Wire Earhooks, Headset Microphone, 3.5mm Jack Plug (Black) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | 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 | 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
MEE audio M6-R3
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average sound (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 33 specs.
