80
Andy Boxall
Digital Trends
“The Nothing Ear 2 have a fantastic design, and several personalization features that make a real difference to the sound, all for a reasonable price. The battery life lags behind, though.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Cool minimalist design
- Active noise cancellation
- Personalization features work well
- Three eq presets
- Extremely comfortable all‑day wear
- Good ANC for everyday use
Points of Contention
- Battery life lags behind
- Harsh at high volume
- Slight vocal clarity issues
- Higher price point
- Case prone to scratches
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics80
Becca Caddy
TechRadar
“They may not be perfect, but these buds are enjoyable to listen to, for half the price of some premium rivals.”
80
Tim Gideon
PCMag
“Nothing's Ear (2) wireless earphones offer good noise cancellation and a detailed sound signature in a supremely stylish design.”
70
Jon Porter
The Verge
The Nothing Ear 2 earbuds deliver noticeably better sound quality, stronger active noise cancellation, and a more refined build compared to the original Ear 1s. However, the $149 price point removes their entry-level appeal, positioning them in a competitive mid-tier market where battery life with ANC on is modest.
