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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you need earbuds with a more durable build, superior sound during exercise, and better controls, choosing the Jaybird Vista 2 would be wise, especially as they are water and dustproof and have active noise canceling, which the Nothing Ear Stick lacks. However, if microphone quality for calls and a lighter, more compact design is essential, and you're looking for something that charges quickly and is optimized for low latency, the Nothing Ear Stick would suit you better, and they also tend to be less expensive. Neither is particularly optimized for gaming or watching TV, but the Jaybird scores slightly lower in these areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Best in class for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
5.2
8.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.0
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick and Jaybird Vista 2 are both very good for phone calls, though the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
8.4
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good.
TV and Video
5.6
7.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
2.5
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$118
$99
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$50
$100
$150
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
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Key similarities
Music
6.3
6.1
The Jaybird Vista 2 and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both only fair for music.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick both have excellent build quality.
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How the Jaybird Vista 2 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jaybird Vista 2 | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$118 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6.7 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Chase Bernath | September 2022
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
"Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
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Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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About Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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