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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you're looking for premium sound quality and a more immersive experience for music and TV, the Focal Bathys could be the right choice, especially considering they're excellent for noise isolation and have a very high overall sound quality. However, they're bulkier and more expensive. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, on the other hand, are more portable and convenient for exercise, with very good noise isolation and wireless features like wireless charging, making them a solid choice for an active lifestyle or commute. Both have decent microphone quality, but if budget is a concern and you're looking for versatility and portability, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro may suit you better. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Focal Bathys
  • Excellent for gaming
  • Best in class for TV and video
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
  • Good for phone calls
  • Good for exercise
  • Very good for podcasts and audiobooks

Key differences

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Gaming

9.3
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.3
The Focal Bathys is excellent for gaming, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.

Phone Calls

5.2
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Focal Bathys is poor.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

6.2
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Focal Bathys is only fair.

TV and Video

10.0
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.7
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.

Noise Reduction

8.3
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Focal Bathys is very good.

Battery

31.0 Hours
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
4.8 Hours
The Focal Bathys has 31 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.

Cost

$699
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Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
$188
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The Focal Bathys has a price of $699 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
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Key similarities

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Music

8.0
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.0
The Focal Bathys and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music.

Build Quality

9.0
Bathys
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
9.0
The Focal Bathys and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro both have excellent build quality.

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How the Focal Bathys and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Focal BathysSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Focal BathysSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

GENERAL

Price
$699
$188
Brand
FocalSamsung
Release Date
October 1, 2022August 1, 2022
Form Factor
HeadphonesEarbuds
Connectivity
Wired + WirelessWireless

SOUND

Music Score
8.1/108.1/10
Phone Calls Score
5.3/107.1/10
Gaming Score
9.4/108.4/10
TV and Video Score
10/107.8/10
Exercise Score
6.6/107.7/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
31 Hours4.8 Hours
Wireless charging
NoYes
Charging time
1.5 Hours1.1 Hours
Bluetooth version
5.15.2
Case Battery Life
N/A12

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
YesYes
Noise Reduction Score
8.4/109.1/10
Virtual Surround
NoYes
Android App
YesYes
iOS App
YesNo
Mic Quality
6.5/106.5/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
9/109/10
Comfort score
8.4/107.8/10
Size
N/AMedium
Weight (headset or single earbud)
350 Grams5.5 Grams
Microphone style
IntegratedIntegrated

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Soundguys

Christian Thomas | May 2023
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

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Sound Guys

Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."

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About Samsung

Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.

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