Sony WF-C700N
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
What Buyers Say
Sony WF-C700N
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for the price, but a significant number report issues with fit, connectivity, and durability, with some experiencing failures within months. The microphone quality on calls is a common complaint, and the mandatory app setup frustrates some. Overall, it's a budget-friendly option with solid audio but inconsistent reliability.
Pros
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality on calls
- Fit issues for some users
- Connectivity problems
- Durability concerns
- Mandatory app installation
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
The CMF Buds 2 Pro are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality and value for money, with many users comparing them favorably to more expensive competitors. The dual-driver design delivers clear highs and deep bass, while the Nothing app offers extensive customization. However, a few users report durability issues, with one noting the buds became unusable after five months. Build quality is described as decent but not premium, though this helps keep the weight low.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Dual-driver design for clear highs and deep bass
- Extensive customization via Nothing app
- Comfortable fit with soft ear tips
- Good noise canceling and transparency mode
Cons
- Build quality feels slightly cheap (plastic)
- Durability concerns (unusable after 5 months reported)
- Case dial can trigger accidentally in pocket
- Firmware update required out of the box
- No 10-band EQ in app
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | S |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 5 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 50 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Surround | SONY WFC700N/G Headphones (Refreshed) | SONY | WF-C700N/G | In-Ear | 1.0000 | July 06, 2023 | With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat wont stop these headphones | Turn off your surroundings with Noise | Fast Charging, Noise Cancellation, Surround Sound, Touch Control |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | 10 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs | 43 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-C700N
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 39 specs.
