Nothing Ear 1

They may have had less hype, but there are plenty of (cheaper) alternatives to the Nothing Ear 1 with just as strong ANC, better battery life, and better latency. Halfway 2022, the question is: do you love Nothing Ear 1's design enough to prefer it over even better and cheaper alternatives? Buy Nothing Ear (1) on Amazon US Buy Nothing Ear (1) on Amazon UK Buy Nothing Ear (1) on Amazon Germany Buy Nothing Ear (1) from other Amazon countries I bought the Nothing Ear (1) myself to test and review. My reviews are 100% independent and non-commercial - read about it here . Consider buying this earphone? I'd really appreciate it if you use the links in this article . It won't cost you extra, yet it will financially support me a bit in my ongoing quest for great affordable audio. <3 Also read: Guide: The best sounding true wireless earphones under $50 Leaderboard: All rated wireless earphones

Laptop Mag describes the Ear 1 as strong budget noise-canceling earbuds with good sound and above-average ANC, but notes compromises in the case design, companion app, and mic performance. The review’s tone is favorable overall, especially considering the price.

TechRadar’s verdict is mixed: it praises the improved sound and noise cancellation while still criticizing the product for connectivity issues and sound that falls short of the very best. The review suggests the Ear 1 is better than its launch-era reputation, but not class-leading.

What Hi-Fi? says the Ear 1 has an attractive feature set, including ANC and wireless charging, but the sound does not reach class-leading levels. It frames the earbuds as promising on paper, but with performance that sits below the top tier.