Nothing Buds 2
Samsung Wireless
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
Samsung Wireless
Overall, these budget-friendly earbuds are a hit for most users who want an AirPods-like experience without the high cost. Many praise the sound quality, comfort, and battery life, noting they pair easily and fit in AirPods cases. However, a significant minority report severe issues with units not charging or powering on, even after replacements, and some find the microphone and noise cancellation poor. The mixed experiences mean they are a gamble, but for the price, many feel they are worth it if you get a working pair.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Easy pairing with devices
- Fits AirPods cases
Cons
- Units not charging or powering on
- Poor microphone quality
- Weak noise cancellation
- Sensitive touch controls
- Connectivity issues with calls
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Samsung Wireless | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.13 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 13 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 16 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 20 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Environmental Noise Cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 6 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 | 60 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri |
| 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
Samsung Wireless
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Wireless offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 33 specs.
