Nothing Buds 2
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
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
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
These budget IEMs deliver impressive sound quality that rivals more expensive brands like Shure, with many users praising the bass response and overall clarity. Comfort is generally good, though some find the fit painful and recommend aftermarket foam tips. Build quality is decent for the price, but the cable tangles easily and noise isolation is insufficient for drummers. Overall, they offer exceptional value for casual listening and monitoring.
Pros
- Impressive sound quality for the price
- Excellent bass response
- Comfortable fit for many users
- Good value for money
- Clear and crisp stereo sound
Cons
- Cable tangles easily
- Insufficient noise isolation for drummers
- Short cable length
- Painful fit for some users
- No foam tips included
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | DCMEKA A09B-HG01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | large / medium / small |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2 | 2 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 96 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | in Ear Monitor Headphones, HiFi Stereo IEM Earphones, Dynamic Dual Driver Wired Earbuds with Detachable Cable, Noise Canceling Headset for Singers Musicians Drummers Audiophile (Wood Grain) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 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★ | — |
| 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
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 34 specs.
