Nothing Buds 2
PureGear PureBoom 64391PG
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
PureGear PureBoom 64391PG
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these earbuds, praising their impressive sound quality, comfortable fit, and long battery life. Many compare them favorably to premium brands like AirPods and Bose, noting the exceptional value for the price. A few minor criticisms mention a lack of deep bass and one user reported the buds falling out of their ears.
Pros
- Impressive sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Great value for money
Cons
- Lacks deep bass
- May fall out of ears for some
- Sound can be flat compared to premium
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | PureGear PureBoom 64391PG | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | Rounded tips |
| Ear Tips | — | l |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.08 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Ergonomic fit, Lightweight |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs | 18 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 18 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | iOS, Android |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
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
PureGear PureBoom 64391PG
- Strong connectivity (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 34 specs.
