SAMSUNG GALAXY BUDS 2

Pros

• Sound Quality: Overwhelmingly praised for excellent sound quality, with many users highlighting deep bass and clear audio. Reviewers frequently used terms like "fantastic," "capital," "super," "excellent," "very good," "amazing," "crystal clear," "pure," "natural," "brilliant," "dynamic," "rewelacyjna" (amazing), and "bezbłędnie" (flawlessly). Several reviewers highlight the balanced sound with good bass and treble. The audio is described as having "phenomenal" quality. One review noted the sound is good but not for audiophiles. Sound quality is specifically mentioned as good for calls. Many reviews describe the earbuds as having superior sound quality compared to previous Samsung models. Reviewers frequently mention a clear and high-quality sound. Many describe the sound as "amazing" and "captivating". One review describes the sound as "incredible". Another calls the sound "awesome". Multiple reviews state the sound quality is great. One review mentions a well-balanced sound profile.
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Highly rated ANC functionality, consistently described as "amazing," "incredible," "excellent," "fantastic," "superb," and "revelation", effectively reducing background noise. The ability to adjust ambient sound in three levels was also mentioned. Multiple reviews highlight effective noise cancellation, with one review noting that ANC effectively silences surrounding sounds. Many reviews describe the ANC as "super" and "great". One review specifically calls it the "best ANC on the market". Another notes that the ANC allows them to listen to audiobooks even while blow-drying their hair. The ANC is described as "a fairytale". However, one review mentions that the ANC is worse than AirPods Pro, and another mentions that ANC is weak. One review states the ANC is impressive. Another describes it as mega. One review found the ANC to be a pleasant surprise.
• Fit and Comfort: Commonly mentioned as comfortable and secure-fitting, staying in place even during workouts or other activities. Multiple reviewers stated the earbuds did not fall out, even while sweating. Three sizes of ear tips are included for a custom fit. Reviewers frequently described them as lightweight and comfortable, even for extended use. Multiple reviews mention that the earbuds fit perfectly and do not fall out, even during physical activity. One review specifically mentions comfort for people with small ears. One review mentions being able to sleep with them in. However, three reviews reported that the earbuds fell out of their ears easily, even during a calm walk or with less than ideal placement. Many describe them as very comfortable and lightweight. One review states they are very comfortable. Another review finds the fit terrible.
• Ease of Use: Users frequently noted the ease of pairing and connecting to devices (phones, laptops, smartwatches). The intuitive controls were also appreciated. Pairing with Samsung devices is specifically highlighted as seamless and quick. Many users mention the ease of use and fast pairing, with one review stating pairing took only 2 seconds. The simple operation and flawless functionality are also mentioned. The intuitive pairing process is highlighted, taking only a few moments. A helpful setup wizard is also mentioned. Many users find the earbuds very intuitive. Pairing with non-Samsung devices is also described as easy and fast.
• Battery Life: Praised for long battery life and convenient fast charging, with multiple mentions of satisfactory battery performance and exceeding expectations. The case also includes a powerbank function. One user reported 6 hours of battery life with ANC enabled. Multiple reviews praise the long battery life. One review stated battery life was around 5 hours. Another user reports having 74% battery remaining after an hour of use with bass boost in -2°C weather. The battery life is frequently praised as long-lasting. However, one user noted that it was short compared to other brands, requiring daily, or even twice daily, charging. Another user reported needing to charge the case once a day, twice if used heavily. One user reported a battery life of only 3-4 hours. Another mentions extremely poor battery life.
• Design: The minimalist design is repeatedly highlighted as appealing and visually attractive. Several reviewers specifically mentioned liking the lavender and olive colors. The case is also praised for its attractive and sturdy design. The compact size of both earbuds and case is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect. The earbuds are described as "elegant" and "beautiful". The white case is mentioned as potentially scratching easily. Many reviewers find the design aesthetically pleasing. One review describes the packaging and earbuds as lovely.

Cons

• App Issues: One user reported problems installing the companion app for their iPhone. One user reported issues with the Samsung app for Windows.
• Occasional Audio Interruptions: One review mentioned occasional audio interruptions, which they attributed to Bluetooth rather than the earbuds themselves. Another review reported slow connection initiation and random audio cutouts, especially when used with a MacBook. One user reported connectivity issues including random switching between devices during calls.
• Touch Controls: Two users found the touch controls occasionally inconvenient, sometimes unintentionally pausing music or changing noise cancellation settings. One user finds the single-tap play/pause function inconvenient.
• Earbud Fit: Five users reported the earbuds falling out easily, even during a calm walk or with less than ideal placement.
• Microphone Quality: One user noted that the microphone picks up a lot of background noise, making calls difficult in noisy environments or when wearing a hat. Another review contradicted this, praising the microphone for clear calls. Another review stated that microphone quality is worse than previous Galaxy Buds models.
• Case Durability: One user expressed concern about the white case scratching easily.
• Volume: One review mentioned that the earbuds played music at a rather low volume. Another review reported low volume on the left earbud.
• Earbud and Case Slipperiness: One user mentioned that both the earbuds and the case are too slippery.
• Battery Life (Contradictory): While many praise battery life, three users noted that it was short compared to other brands, one needing daily or twice-daily charging and another needing to charge the case once daily, or twice if used heavily. One reported a maximum of 4 hours of battery life.
• Latency: One user reported significant latency issues when using the earbuds for gaming, YouTube, and watching movies.
• Ear Irritation: One user reported an allergic reaction causing itchy and scabbing ears.

Comments

Many reviews emphasized the value for the price, describing the earbuds as "worth it" and a "good buy." Many reviewers highlighted the ease of use and the seamless integration with Samsung devices, but also with other brands. The lavender and olive colors were specifically mentioned as popular choices. The inclusion of transparency mode was appreciated by at least one user. Many reviews describe the earbuds as a "great purchase" and highly recommend them. Many users highlight the earbuds'' superior sound quality when compared to previous Samsung models. Several reviews mentioned the earbuds as a great gift. The compatibility with Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is also praised. Many reviews mention ease of use, particularly pairing with Samsung devices. The earbuds are frequently described as a "great" or "excellent" product. Many users mention the earbuds'' effectiveness during physical activity such as running and working out. One user describes them as a "real gem" with great value for the price. Many reviews mention the earbuds as the best they have ever used. One user stated they are ideal and do not have unnecessary features.