Nothing Buds 2
Nothing
89 Overall Score
vs
HiFiGo Performer 5+2 / Performer 7
HiFiGo
33 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
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
Sound quality 9
Noise cancellation 7
Value for money 8
Comfort and fit 5
Battery life 4
Build quality 5
HiFiGo Performer 5+2 / Performer 7
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | HiFiGo Performer 5+2 / Performer 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 9 pairs of silicone and foam ear tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 2 | 7★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 30 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 15 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 109 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | HiFiGo AFUL Performer 5+2/7 IEMs, 1 Micro Planar+2DD+4BA in-Ear Monitor with 3D Printed Acoustic Tube Structure, HiFi Wired Gaming Earbuds with 3.5mm Jack Detachable Cable for HiFi Music (3.5mm) |
| 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★ | — |
| 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 | — |
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
HiFiGo Performer 5+2 / Performer 7
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average comfort (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 20.011score per dollar
vs
HiFiGo Performer 5+2 / Performer 70.001score per dollar
Nothing Buds 2 offers 11.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nothing Buds 2
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 34 specs.
