Nothing Buds 2
Audiovance Vibes VB202
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
Audiovance Vibes VB202
The Vibes 202 wired earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, comfort, and value. Users highlight the deep bass, clear mids and highs, and the secure over-ear fit that makes them ideal for active use like motorcycle riding. One negative review complains about a lack of bass and poor audio quality, but the majority find them to be an excellent budget-friendly option with a solid build. Overall, they are highly recommended for anyone seeking reliable wired earbuds.
Pros
- deep bass sound
- clear mids and highs
- comfortable over-ear fit
- excellent value for price
- sturdy build quality
Cons
- no short cable option
- potential for hearing fatigue at max volume
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Audiovance Vibes VB202 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | over-ear earhooks |
| Ear Tips | — | X, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 8 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 23 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Vibes 202 Wired Earbuds - HiFi in Ear Monitor Headphones – Professional Noise Isolating Ear Buds - Clear Sound, Deep Bass & Comfort-Fit IEM Earphones - MMCX to 3.5mm, Silver Plated Cord, Carrying Case |
| 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 | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| 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
Audiovance Vibes VB202
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 35 specs.
