Nothing Buds 2
Btootos A90 Pro
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
Btootos A90 Pro
These Bluetooth 5.4 wireless earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, comfortable fit, and excellent value for money. Users highlight the clear LED battery display, reliable connectivity, and IP7 waterproof rating as standout features. However, a few reviewers note issues with the microphone quality and earbuds falling out during exercise, and one user found them poor value. Overall, they are praised as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality and bass
- Clear LED battery display on case
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Reliable Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity
- IP7 waterproof rating
Cons
- Poor microphone quality for calls
- Earbuds fall out during exercise
- Lacks active noise cancellation
- Slippery case material prone to drops
- Some users report poor overall quality
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Btootos A90 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | soft silicone tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 14.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2 | 2 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Microphone Included, Noise Isolation, Surround Sound, Sweatproof, Touch Control |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | ENC |
| 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★ | 1.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | voice assistant |
| 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
Btootos A90 Pro
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Btootos A90 Pro offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 34 specs.
