Nothing CMF Buds B185
ThtRht Retractable Earphone
What Buyers Say
Nothing CMF Buds B185
The CMF Buds 2A Wireless Earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, especially deep bass, and excellent value for money. Users praise the comfortable fit, effective noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the mediocre ANC and app limitations. Overall, they are highly recommended for budget-conscious buyers seeking premium audio.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with deep bass
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Reliable and quick connectivity
Cons
- Mediocre active noise cancellation
- Poor app with limited EQ (3-band)
- No single-tap play/pause
- Mediocre ambient hear-through mode
- No wireless charging case
ThtRht Retractable Earphone
The retractable earphones are praised for their tidy design and convenience, especially for air travel. However, the cord length is a major complaint, with many users finding it too short for comfortable use, such as keeping a phone in a pocket. Sound quality is generally considered acceptable, but the lack of a microphone for calls is a notable drawback.
Pros
- Tidy retractable design
- Convenient for air travel
- Acceptable sound quality
- Good value for the price
Cons
- Cord too short (approx. 28")
- No microphone for phone calls
- Not long enough for pocket use
- Limited compatibility with Android
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing CMF Buds B185 | ThtRht Retractable Earphone | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | wired, retractable cable |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | bio-fibre | — |
| Driver Size | 12.399999618530273 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC Bluetooth Headphones, 12.4mm Dynamic Driver for Big Bass, 4 Mic Clear Calls, Sport Ear Buds for iPhone, Android, Dark Grey | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes delivers 5.5 ANC-free hours | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35.5 hrs★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing CMF Buds B185
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
ThtRht Retractable Earphone
- Strong affordability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average sound (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing CMF Buds B185 offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 28 specs.
