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Updated January 10, 2024·
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) offers better noise isolation, a longer battery life, and wireless charging, making them suitable for air travel or use in noisy environments. However, they come at a higher price. In contrast, the Ear Stick model can be more comfortable for extended periods, has slightly higher overall sound quality, and still has solid build quality. The Ear Stick does lack active noise cancelling and is less suited for exercise due to lower sweat resistance. If budget is less of a concern and you value noise cancellation and wireless charging, the Ear (2) is preferable, otherwise, the Ear Stick may offer better value with sound quality slightly favorable for a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for music
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for phone calls
Key differences
Music
7.0
6.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.9
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
8.4
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good.
Noise Reduction
8.0
2.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
6.7 Hours
5.0 Hours
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$99
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has a price of $149 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.5
8.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
8.0
7.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to be very good for TV and video, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick both have excellent build quality.
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How the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | "Nothing" Brand | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.7 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3. | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 30 | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.4 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
"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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