Nothing Buds 2
XIAOWTEK S66
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
XIAOWTEK S66
The overwhelming majority of users are highly satisfied with these S66 true wireless earbuds, praising their excellent value for money. The sound quality is consistently described as clear with good bass, and the Bluetooth connection is fast and stable. Comfort and secure fit are frequently highlighted, along with the practical LED battery display on the charging case. A small minority found them uncomfortable or prone to pausing when adjusted.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Fast and stable Bluetooth connection
- Good battery life with LED display case
- Good value for money
Cons
- Too sensitive touch controls causing call drops
- Uncomfortable fit for some users
- Earbuds may fall out easily
- Touch controls can be cumbersome
- Volume control requires multiple taps
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | XIAOWTEK S66 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | l |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 13.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones with 50H Playback, Deep Bass Stereo Ear Buds Clear Calls with LED Power Display, IPX7 Waterproof, in-Ear Earphones with Mic for Phone/Android/iPad, Jet Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX7 |
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
XIAOWTEK S66
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2
XIAOWTEK S66
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.
