CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
BZINK H89
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
BZINK H89
Most users find these earbuds offer great value for the price, with good sound quality for podcasts and calls, comfortable fit, and reliable durability. A few complaints mention tinny sound and lack of bass, and one unit had a symmetry defect that was quickly refunded by the seller. Overall, they are praised for staying in the ears and being compatible with various devices.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good sound quality for podcasts
- Comfortable to wear
- Stays in ears securely
- Durable for frequent use
Cons
- Tinny and scratchy sound
- Lack of bass
- Sound cuts out at higher volumes
- Symmetry defect on one unit
Scores
Specifications
| CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 | BZINK H89 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | — | 3 sets of soft eartips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| 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 | USB C Headphones for iPhone 16 15 Pro Max Plus,H89 Type C Earphones with Microphone Deep Bass Crystal Clear Sound Ear Buds,USBC Wired Earbuds for Google Pixel Galaxy S24 S23 S22 S21 S20 A53 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| 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 | 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 (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
BZINK H89
- Strong affordability (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (79th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (26th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
BZINK H89 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 33 specs.
