CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
The CMF Buds 2 Pro are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality and value for money, with many users comparing them favorably to more expensive competitors. The dual-driver design delivers clear highs and deep bass, while the Nothing app offers extensive customization. However, a few users report durability issues, with one noting the buds became unusable after five months. Build quality is described as decent but not premium, though this helps keep the weight low.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Dual-driver design for clear highs and deep bass
- Extensive customization via Nothing app
- Comfortable fit with soft ear tips
- Good noise canceling and transparency mode
Cons
- Build quality feels slightly cheap (plastic)
- Durability concerns (unusable after 5 months reported)
- Case dial can trigger accidentally in pocket
- Firmware update required out of the box
- No 10-band EQ in app
Technics EAH-AZ100
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Scores
Specifications
| CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.10 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 50 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Fast Charging, Noise Cancellation, Surround Sound, Touch Control | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 43 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172 offers 4.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 40 specs.
