Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

Overview

The Galaxy Buds 2 didn’t need to blow the doors off to be a success. They’re destined to become the default pick for many Android phone owners — especially once the sales, discounts, and bundles with new phones start hitting. They sound perfectly good, fit comfortably, and perform reliably. But above all else, I’m taken with just how compact and low-profile these earbuds are. Just like its latest foldables, the Galaxy Buds 2 are evidence that Samsung isn’t sitting still. It’s hitting on all cylinders.

-- As reviewed by The Verge

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 27 expert reviews

Excellent:

8
Good:

15
Average:

3
Bad:

1

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Last revision on March 11, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Decent active noise canceling
Adjustable ambient sound mode
Good audio quality
Tiny and really comfortable
Compact case with wireless charging
Extended functionality via Galaxy Wearable app

Reviewers Didn't Like

Low-level IPX2 water-resistance
Missing a few features found on Galaxy Buds Pro
No iOS integration
Volume controls require sacrifices
No auto-pause when removing earbuds
Design feels less premium than predecessors
Microphones aren't great
Middling battery life

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By hardwarezone.com.sg on April 18, 2022

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By amanz.my on October 27, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 isn't a breakout set of earbuds, but it does its job well as an everyday headset. The sound quality is sure to please most listers and the noise cancelling, while not the best, is quite good for the price. Even still, you might...

By Sound Guys on October 27, 2021

The Galaxy Buds 2 are a capable addition to Samsung's headphone range, and are probably the best pair for most people, and a sensible default for anyone also buying a Samsung phone or smartwatch.Solid sound and a well-rounded feature set make these...

By techadvisor.co.uk on October 15, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 is a pretty good choice of TWS earbuds, especially considering the price of...

By pokde.net on October 15, 2021

Even though the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 isn't the most premium and well-equipped pair of true wireless earphones in the company's range, this is nonetheless my pick even when compared to the more expensive Galaxy Buds Pro. It's a good value-for-money...

By Gadgets360 on October 15, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 are, no doubt, a substantial improvement over the original Galaxy Buds offering better sound quality, active noise cancellation and a phenomenal fit. The buds are smaller and lighter than Samsung's previous TWS offerings and are...

By Digit on October 10, 2021

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By hitechcentury.com on October 08, 2021

For anyone who has already bought into the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are a fantastic choice and a big improvement on the first generation. You get good sound and the noise-cancelling does a fantastic job at cutting out...

By T3 Magazine on September 30, 2021

Despite a bit of mild finickiness, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 maintain the brand's high bar of quality in wireless...

By CGM on September 23, 2021

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