Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
What Buyers Say
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are overwhelmingly praised for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit. Users highlight seamless pairing with Pixel phones and other devices, along with impressive battery life. Some minor criticisms include finicky touch controls, lack of a charging cable, and a desire for more color options, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Seamless pairing with Pixel
- Long battery life
Cons
- Finicky touch controls
- No charging cable included
- Limited color options
- ANC not as good as over-ear
- Occasional connection issues
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
The JVC Gumy Plus earbuds are widely praised for their comfort, especially for children or adults with small ears, and for delivering clear, crisp sound at an affordable price. Many users report excellent durability, with some lasting years of daily use. A few reviewers note the lack of inline controls and that audio quality is not as good as some competitors in the same price range, but overall the value is considered outstanding.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Clear and crisp sound quality
- Excellent value for money
- Durable build lasting years
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- No inline controls
- Audio quality not as good as some competitors
- Weak wiring joints reported
- Requires adjustment for good seal
- No microphone on some models
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | JVC Gumy HAFX7AN | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 9 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | JVC Gumy in Ear Earbud Headphones, Powerful Sound, Comfortable and Secure Fit, Silicone Ear Pieces S/M/L - HAFX7G Green |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✗ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN offers 7.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 37 specs.
