A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec Earbuds or Headphones team Learn more
Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless convenience, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer that along with active noise cancelling, a customizable app, and sweatproof certification, making them versatile for various activities including exercise and air travel. Their sound quality is very good, and they are suitable for music, calls, and even gaming. However, the Sony MDREX15AP, while much less expensive, are wired and lack these features but are very comfortable and provide excellent noise isolation for listening to TV and video content. If you're on a budget and don't mind wires, Sony's earbuds could be sufficient, but for a more feature-rich experience, especially if you want to be cable-free, Samsung's earbuds are the better choice. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony MDREX15AP
- Excellent for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
8.3
6.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Sony MDREX15AP is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.0
3.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
5.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
9.3
The Sony MDREX15AP is excellent for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
9.1
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Sony MDREX15AP is good.
Battery
4.8 Hours
N/A
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Sony MDREX15AP does not have a battery.
Cost
$188
$20
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Sony MDREX15AP costs $20.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Sony MDREX15AP has very good build quality.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Headphones
Find your new headphones
Key similarities
Music
8.0
8.3
The Sony MDREX15AP and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Sony MDREX15AP compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Sony MDREX15AP |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $20 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | March 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 3.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 4.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 3.1 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Shopping
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
See more
Dig into reviews and images
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."
Sony MDREX15AP
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Make It Sound Great
Pete Anthony | June 2022
"At the ultra budget $10 price-point (and we’ve seen the no-mic version go for as cheap as $7), I’d say these are a decent option if you’re looking for a passable pair of earbuds for basic use that’s as cheap as possible. I wouldn’t say they feel or sound as good as some of the ultra-budget alternatives out there – of which there are a few at this point – but some might disagree. I will say though that the cable is a little bit nicer than those of that same competition."
Get a great deal on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or the Sony MDREX15AP
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.
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Rode NTH-100M
VS
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
VS
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Sennheiser 560S
VS
Compare Sony MDREX15AP vs. Koss KSC75
VS
Compare Sony MDREX15AP vs. Apple Earpods
VS
Compare Sony MDREX15AP vs. JBL Quantum 100
VS
FAQs
FAQs about earbuds and headphones
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
122,900
Recommendations made
18,435
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.
Featured in
