CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 vs kurdene V9I
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
kurdene V9I
What Buyers Say
CMF BY 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
kurdene V9I
These budget earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their impressive battery life, decent sound quality, and affordable price. However, several users report issues with fit, as the earbuds tend to slip out during movement, and the call quality is inconsistent. The case design also draws criticism for being bulky and difficult to open.
Pros
- Impressive battery life
- Decent sound quality for the price
- Affordable price
- Strong Bluetooth connection
- Durable build
Cons
- Earbuds slip out during movement
- Inconsistent call quality
- Bulky and hard-to-open case
- Weak noise isolation
- Fit issues for small ears
Scores
Specifications
| CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 | kurdene V9I | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 3 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Codecs | CMF By Nothing Buds 2 48dB Hybrid ANC True Wireless Earbuds, Strong and Comfort Noise Cancelling, Ultra Bass and Dirac Sound, in-Ear Detection, 55H Playtime, 6ENC Mics, Bluetooth 5.4Light Green | kurdene Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.3 in Ear Buds Light Weight Headphones,Deep Bass Sound,Built in Mics Headset,Clear Calls Earphones for Sports Workout |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16670000553131104 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★ | — |
| 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
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
kurdene V9I
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong affordability (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Strong mic (65th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average sound (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Pricing
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 32 specs.
