Nothing CMF Buds 2a
Nothing
71 Overall Score
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
Bose
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nothing CMF Buds 2a
No customer feedback yet
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
78 out of 100 medium confidence 24 reviews
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the customizable EQ, sweat resistance, and long battery life, though some report issues with build quality, occasional disconnections, and a beeping sound. Overall, they are considered a strong competitor to AirPods Pro, especially for home use and workouts.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable EQ
- Sweat resistant
Cons
- Build quality issues (plastic case)
- Occasional disconnections
- Beeping sound reported
- Not waterproof
- Heavier than AirPods Pro
Noise cancellation 8
Sound quality 10
Comfort and fit 8
Build quality 2
Battery life 4
Connectivity issues 2
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Specifications
| Nothing CMF Buds 2a | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.08 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12.399999618530273 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC Bluetooth Headphones, 12.4mm Dynamic Driver for Big Bass, 4 Mic Clear Calls, Sport Ear Buds for iPhone, Android, Dark Grey | aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes delivers 5.5 ANC-free hours | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35.5 hrs★ | 18 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing CMF Buds 2a
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Nothing CMF Buds 2a0.012score per dollar
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-00200.003score per dollar
Nothing CMF Buds 2a offers 4.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 36 specs.
