Nothing Buds 2
Yinyoo DC01 Pro YIN6844
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
Yinyoo DC01 Pro YIN6844
These budget IEMs offer decent sound quality and comfort for the price, but they have notable drawbacks. Several users praised the neutral sound and build quality, while others complained about a tinny or peaky treble, lack of bass, and short cables. The fit and noise isolation are inconsistent, and some experienced buzzing during gaming. Overall, they are a mixed bag—good for beginners or rehearsals, but not for critical listening.
Pros
- Neutral sound signature
- Good build quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Affordable price
- Decent for voice/podcasting
Cons
- Short cable length
- Tinny or peaky treble
- Lack of bass
- Buzzing noise during gaming
- Inconsistent fit and isolation
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Yinyoo DC01 Pro YIN6844 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | over-ear |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 22 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | CCZ DC01 Pro in Ear Monitor, iems for Gaming, Professional Gaming Earbuds Super Bass Wired Earphones Headphones with 1DD, Patent Ear fins, Ear Tips, for Singers Musicians Podcaster (Cyan Without mic) |
| 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★ | — |
| 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 (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Yinyoo DC01 Pro YIN6844
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
