True Wireless
1MORE ColorBuds 2
68Good
$80
Full review data1MORE ColorBuds 2 vs Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C): which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
1MORE ColorBuds 2
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling5.0
Battery6.5
Calls4.0
Value7.5
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | 1MORE ColorBuds 2 | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $80 | $120 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 7 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 6 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | - |
| Quick charge | 15 min = 2 h | - |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | No |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | both |
| Voice assistant | voice assistant support | Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.9 g | 10.6 g |
| Case weight | 34.5 g | 50.8 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IP54 |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | - |
| Call noise reduction | cVc 8.0 | - |
What reviewers said
1MORE ColorBuds 2
These compact wireless earbuds offer a comfortable, secure fit and a natural, balanced sound signature enhanced by custom EQ options. While they bring useful features like hybrid noise cancellation, wireless charging, and solid codec support to the table, their noise reduction and call performance fall short of expectations, and battery life is only average with ANC engaged. Overall, they provide decent value for under $100 if your priorities are comfort and sound quality rather than top-tier ANC or clear calls.
- Pro:Compact and comfortable fit
- Pro:Natural, balanced sound with EQ customization
- Pro:IPX5 water resistance and wireless charging
- Con:Noise cancellation is underwhelming
- Con:Call quality is poor
- Con:Battery life is modest, especially with ANC on
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
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