Google - Pixel Buds Pro 2

simgot ew300 have a really versatile tuning that will do any genre well. you also get 2 tuning nozzles for some extra flexibility. if you want great soundquality then the buds 2 pro or air pod pro 2 are the best you can do if if you want to go that route, you could probably get the pro 2 for 150 or less, and ew300 are 70$ msrp but will be on sale on nov 11

Buds Pro 2 have battery and quality issues. Many people have noted issues. Check cmf subreddit snd fourms

Used pixel buds A since they came out. Switched this week to buds pro 2

Tbh I use them at the gym only and ANC alone is worth it. I'm not some audiophile but I do feel like sound is a little bit better ob pros.

Anc on buds pro is pretty good. Anc on buds pro 2 is amazing. Don't think many earphones will touch it

Mine arrived yesterday and I'm very happy so far. They're much more comfortable than the PBP1s in my ears. I never had much issue with the first gen falling out; they just needed to be slightly adjusted sometimes while running to keep a good seal. I think this is because they rested pretty closely to the top part of my ear which held them in place but would get uncomfortable if I was wearing glasses. I don't have that issue with the PBP2s since they don't sit as high up in the ear. They stayed put for a 6 mile run yesterday. ANC seems a lot better. The PBP2s blocked out a lot more treadmill noise than the first gen. I didn't test the transparency mode a lot but it sounds more natural and less (for lack of a better term) processed. Sound quality is a little better to my ears. The case is slightly heavier. I assume it's because the buds take up less space leaving more room for battery. Speaking of battery, I'm impressed by how much extra battery life the buds get even after a size reduction.

I use those wireless, bluetooth kind that just hang over your ears, like earloops. I used to use Buds 2 Pro, but my ears kept getting irritated. I'm very happy with the sound quality.

I second pretty much everything here, the Buds Pro2 are my favorite earbuds right now.

Yea, I love my buds 2 pro, but the 4nc has better ANC and stays in my right ear without adjusting every minute at the gym. Sound quality better on the buds 2 obivously, but 4nc not too far behind enough to bother me.

anyone with small ears here? I have been using buds 2 pro, but they were so big they were falling out from my ears so i went back to buds 2 again for size. now I'm wondering if buds 3 pro could be a fit for me as the design makes it look way smaller than buds 2 pro. any comments on that?

Great pa din naman! Same with battery, stable pa din and I got the Buds Pro 2 na din. Stronger yung ANC, di ko rinig MRT announcements haha. Nice din ng app update nila sa iOS.

Better siya kasi daily ko ginagamit sa Facetime sa iPhone, then Zoom sa Windows laptop. Sa Digital Walker ko binili sa BGC Highstreet yung Buds Pro 2 po. Yung Buds Pro, sa Podium Mall.

I haven't got any problems. Coming from generic TWS, I would say these controls are pretty good and responsive. The only thing is that they don't have the 1 tap command, you gotta tap twice, but I'm ok with that.

I did some research before buying them. In theory, you can use the warranty provided by Nothing that covers manufacturing defects and functionality issues for 1 year. Just contact client support.

It comes with 3 sizes of... The tip that goes in the ear: Small, medium and large. The app has a way to tell you if the buds are making a good seal with the ear. If they don't, it tells you to change the tip for another size.

I've seen mixed reviews for the pro 2. Some love the wing and it helps it fit but others say it digs into their ears. I have small ears though which is why they stay in my ears better than other people experiences

This^ I just went down this rabbit hole and everyone's opinions online varied wildly from my own in person experiences. I ended up keeping Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (pixel phone). I tried Pixel Buds Pro 2, JBL Tour Pro 3, OnePlus Buds Pro 3, and Nothing Pro (2024).

I used to love my pixel buds, bud they randomly decided to do this thing where they connect to things while in the case, so they constantly discharge themselves and are therefore unusable. Still sad about it tbh

I dropped one bud in a 1.8m deep very cloudy swimming pool the day before I had to go on a 9 day trip. When I got back the pool was clear & I managed to retrieve the bud. I dried it, recharged it and it works fine. Very impressed

The pixel buds 2 pro and bose qc 2024 earbuds, my current daily drivers 

That's what i am talking also! The more i listen buds 2 pro, some magic happens 😁

Gemini 2 , Pixel Buds 2 pro, Pi8 and Bose Quiet comfort 2024.

i have very positive experience , not probably the best , but very good.

YES! They definitely sound worse with ANC or Transparency mode on. Actually I prefer not to use ANC when I listen to music because of that. It's like they have a totally different EQ and the fact that the OP doesn't hear the difference makes me question his audio experience. Also I noticed a considerable lag with these buds. Edit: the lag is not there anymore after I paired the buds again.

I love them... I just wish they had physical buttons over the touch ones. As a runner, it is basically worthless to even try to get any response from it with the most minimal of sweat. This is an ongoing issue with touch earbuds, but it is definitely much worst with Google's products. I'll keep them as it is my only gripe. I agree with everything else you said!

I use Pixel Buds Pro 2 for Mac and my Pixel. They connect to both devices and at any time I play anything on them they work well. I recommend them. I also have a Sony headphones, I can recall the model, but pairing is not easy

This is what I use. And also having transparent mode let's me hear what's going on in the real world when I need to.

They're pretty comfortable on flights, though I do alternate between them and my QC35s. The longest flight I've used them for was roughly 5 hours. The noise cancellation is a smidge worse compared to my Airpods Pro 2, but not enough for me to stop using them.

The new Pixel Buds Pro 2 have worked really well for me. They are very secure, stay put and retain the seal even when running and sweating hard. Bonus points for a really good "transparency mode" that lets you hear everything around you as if you didn't have earbuds in at all. Wearing sunglasses with them doesn't seem to have any negative impact on them either.

Don't know if they are the best but I love my pixel buds pro2. All I listen to is Audio. The noise cancellation works great but I love the fit most of all. You twist them and they sorta lock in.

Got mine yesterday and so far they are awesome. They really fixed the only complaint I had about my Pixel Buds Pro. The size and fit is so much better now. They are far more secure.

I got mine for free! In addition to the $200 I got 10% back in store credit for being a Google One subscriber.

Sennheiser momentum 3, pixel buds pro, pixel buds pro 2, Sony XM4 and listened to 5. It's impossible for them to be "terrible" because I hear nothing with them in when I did with all the others. Either you're extra sensitive or have a shit seal with them.

The PBP2s are much louder on the same volume setting on the phone.

Soundguys tested it with the XM5s in simulated wind and the PBP2 sounded better. I don't care either way, I don't talk on the phone with earbuds in like the annoying shits in public.

I have upgraded to the Buds Pro 2, but loved the OG Buds Pro. I use the Bose NC700 at my desk and love that too

I just got the Pro Buds 2 and they're the only ear buds that don't consistently fall out of my little ears, so that's a pleasant surprise. I have been using the extra small tips. But I can't detect any noise cancelling at all. Does that mean they're not fitting properly? Any advice?

I went from the pixel buds 2 (from 2020) to the pixel buds pro 2 and am so happy with that decision. They feel so much more comfortable and sound so much better. I'm sure there are better sounding buds out there, but I love having Google assistant on them.

Just got mine, and my biggest compliment I can offer on these, is the transparency mode. Like you said, it sounds WAY more natural than the last generation. ANC seems solid. Sound quality seems marginally better. I only paid $30 for these since I got $200 play store credit with my P9P preorder. For this upgrade at $30, yeah, well worth it!!!

I'm very happy with the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3, and the Jabra Elite 10. Of the 3, I think the Jabra Elite's check all the boxes most (call quality, comfort, ANC, multipoint).

Pixel buds pro 2!

Same. I use it between my pixel and Mac and it works great. Haven't had any issues with pairing or anything.

I had a pair of Jabra Elite 7s. They slowly degraded over time, battery, sound. For a pair of Pixel Buds Pro 2 and love them. Comfortable and sound great.

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and they are phenomenal.

Doesn't really help you, but I just use my Pixel Buds Pro 2. They're fantastic. I have a Pixel 9 Pro Fold, though, so it just makes sense to use one pair for everything, and I'm already in the ecosystem. Honestly, I would just look for a solution to use your Airpods Pros reliably. You're not really going to find better buds, in general, especially if you're in the Apple ecosystem, and having to carry two different sets is just silly.

I've used Pixel Buds Pro, since they were an option. Good fit, don't standout in a crowd, sound is great and decent ANC. They were also one of the only pairs of buds I've ever been able to lay down with and not feel like a hunk of plastic was trying to burrow into my skull. Recently upgraded to the Pixel Buds 2 Pro, finally, and its all better. Even better fit, sound is amazing for something this tiny, and ANC is much improved. They're also even smaller and stick out from the ear less, so even more comfortable to lay down with.

Just got mine last night after my Sony WF-1000XM4s died. I haven't spent a ton of time with them, but the ANC seems to have a slight impact to the EQ, boosting some treble. I think I prefer the sound of ANC on though. Overall, I am impressed with the stock EQ tuning. The ANC itself is much different from my Sonys. The Pixels don't mute everything, just continuous droning sounds like AC and lawn mowers. It didn't really do much for the loud drill my contractors are using. The Sonys seemed to mute everything fairly well. Curious how these Pixels will perform at my gym where my Sonys would muffle the music.

I just picked my Bud Pro 2s today. For me it was a large upgrade, coming from some ~$80 JBLs and some old Pixel A Buds. I had never experienced the ANC before, so when I turned it on while at my busy work environment, it actually stunned me how it just tuned everything out. All of the sudden all of my co-workers talking and the fridge buzzing just vanished. I could still pick up voices too. Transparency mode is nice too. I tried the conversation mode a bit, but it did kinda feel jarring after awhile. Going from passthrough to ANC constantly kinda made my ears feel plugged, like the feeling you get on an airplane. Also the build quality is super nice. The small form factor feels very well built.The small mic grills just add to the look a bit and really looks clean. I have the Porcelain color and so far these headphones have been a massive upgrade. I also tend to have to wear headphones 8 hours a day. Usually have just one in and occasionally swap sides throughout the day. It was very comfortable on my ears and the battery life held up super well. So far I think it was definitely worth the price I paid, and was a big jump from my previous headphones. My only complaint is that the mic is really just okayish. But for buds that size, they're pretty good. Still kinda expected better.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 and I love them

Pixel buds pro 2. Love the transparent mode

I have a Freecom 2x. For the purposes of music it is very poor, and even then it requires some proper-fitting earplugs that selectively filter engine and wind noise but make the JBL speakers sound better. Skip all that nonsense and get a good pair of wireless earbuds that are secure in your ear, sit flush, and provide a good seal that block the harmful wind/motor noise. Personally I use Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. I ONLY use my Freecom for when I need to speak or provide siri inputs.

Google sound bad

I had the same issues with the pro 1 buds falling/working their way out over time. I had better luck with the comply memory foam tips but the buds would still require constant readjusting to stay in properly. Been using the pro 2 buds for a day now and the fit is much improved over the 1st generation. No issues with them feeling insecure or needing readjusting so far after wearing them for 2 hours or so.

Great list by my research. I do wonder why no one talks about the Pixel Buds Pro 2 though? Imo they are great but I haven't tried all these side by side.

Everyone's saying Shokz even though you said in-ear buds. Lol. I use Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, and I'm happy with them. The sound quality is great. The ANC is great for when I'm on a treadmill, but I also like that the passthrough audio is really good for when I'm running outside. I've also had zero issues with sweat or battery. That said, they don't feel quite as secure as I'd like them to. I've never actually had one fall out, so I guess I can't complain too much (maybe they're just comfortable). However, I've looked into getting Comply foam tips or something like that to make them feel more secure. TBD on that. The only other thing I don't like as it relates to running is the touch controls. These can be hit or miss, especially if it's cold out and you have gloves on. I'd prefer some kind of physical button. This problem was somewhat mitigated when I switched to a Garmin running watch that lets me easily control the music from the watch. Should you decide to switch to Shokz like everyone is recommending, keep in mind that they don't work for everyone. I had to return mine because they gave me a carsick/hangover feeling if I wore them for any length of time. They're clearly great for a lot of other people, though. I wish they worked for me. Lol.

I got mine yesterday and so far just from the fit in my ear alone I already like them better than my Pixel Buds Pro 2. The sound quality is also better. The only thing they lack is all the AI bells and whistles of the Pixel Buds like the auto mute when talking detection or being able to swipe up and down on the ear bud itself to increase or lower volume. Overall though I really like this just because they fit so much better and the sound is better. The app could use some work though. I do agree with the others that the voice audio prompts are jarringly loud.

Buds pro 2, super good in every way.

I got them when buying the phone I couldn't afford 290 for buds. In your case I guess I would search for second hand or refurbished.

I had no problems with the tapping so far I have to say. Isn't hair covering the buds or something like that?

galaxy buds plus for comfort pixel buds pro 2 for taking advantage of full functionality (I love the volume control - I will not go back to headphones where I can't do that)

Pixel 2 Pros. I like them.

They feel the same ANC wise. Keep in mind xm5s come with hybrid foam tips. While PB2s come with silicone tips. Possibly with some proper foam tips, PB2s will take the lead. Sound quality wise, XM5s simply because of the LDAC codec.

I concur. Especially airplane or HVAC noises. Chef's kiss.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Airpods Pro 2 I use a Pixel 9 Pro XL and a iPhone 15 Pro. 🙂

I returned mine. Did not like them at all. In the gym during exercise and movement songs would crackle and distort. ANC isn't anything special, imo. EQ settings are very bland and basic. I would lose sound in the left earbud on more than one occasion. I wanted to stay loyal to the brand because I have a Pixel phone but I just couldn't.

I just returned my Pixel Buds Pro 2s. I didn't think much of em, tbh. Also, I would lose sound in the left earbud at random. The fit is decent. The EQ is boring. Imo, not worth the price tag. They sound good, wish they could be louder. I have a Google phone so I thought these would be great, but I was not very impressed. Oh, I go to the gym a lot and these are a horrible choice. They become distorted and I hear crackling sounds during exercising and movements. Nothing crazy, no jumping or HIIT exercises. I did not test call quality, I did not even get to that point. Hope this helps

I use pixel buds 2 pro or Galaxy buds 3 pro. For zoom/teams I use an old Corsair gaming headset I had kicking around, just personal preference.

I've been using my PBP2 for a month or so now. I find the fit to be much better for me and my ears than the prior versions. Now that our weather has gotten a bit colder this fall, I am pleased to discover that they now respond to touch (tap) controls when I am wearing gloves. This is a nice improvement

I bought the Pixel Buds Pro 2 specifically for the great transparent mode that doesn't feel artificial. You should try them 1 week before asserting if they work. They have some kinks (I hope updates will fix them), but mine at least work good for now. You should pay closer to $100 rather than $200 for them in order for them to be a good value purchase. No matter what you choose be sure that you can test them, it's not an universal aspect.

Pixel buds pro 2. The pass through mode works really, really well

i'm loving the pixel buds pro 2. And they are like my 5º pair of earbuds i tried. I have small ears and they fit perfectly. Also the ANC its insane

Rule out Bose, at least 60% of the cost is now just for the name, especially as the quality has gone down.. Might as well get Beats by Dre. Pixel Buds Pro 2 are solid.

My new xm5's burned thru battery in 6 hours with ANC on. Without, prolly get 7 or 8. The pixel buds pro 2 last 9-10 hours with ANC on and longer with it off. Soundcore A40s last about as long as the pixels and both sound good, but ofc sony sounds better. Same with air pods pro 2, about 6 hours.

So I thought the sound quality was mid when I first put them on, then I went up an earbud size and tuned the settings a bit for a little higher bass and a little softer high treble and BOOM, sound quality was astounding. It made a massive difference. If you haven't already, try a bigger size of earbuds, I think that was really the game changer.

I have and enjoy the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

My audio is super low when I talk on the phone...music seems fine. Yes, I have the audio volume turned all the way up, and I've spoken with multiple people. Im not liking them for my phone calls...idk what it is. Everything I love. They stay in my ear and are comfy. And I've struggled in the past to keep buds in my ear Edit: wow I'm an idiot...scratch that top comment. Even though I maxed the volume on my Pixel screen, I never swiped the volume up on the actual buds...holy shit I feel stupid. They sound great now for phone calls smh..

Pixel Buds Pro 2 are not bad, just very over priced for what they are in my opinion. I have Samsung Buds2 Pro which I much prefer the fit and anc of, and you can easily find those well under 100 these days. CMF makes some buds around $50 that are pretty great value if you go that direction.

I have the pro 2s and find the quality great except the house cancelling is definitely sub par compared to the airpod pros 2. Right bud falls out of my ear on long sweaty runs but that might be fixed with better ear tips. Overall comfortable buds and they work fluidly with my pixel device. Battery is great for me and the case makes it handy to charge 8/10

i upgraded from buds pro 1, i can confirm your findings, it is significantly better than the pro 1 except for the case, probably the pro 1 is slightly shorter. definitely not smaller than pro 1 and the new one also support ultra wide band for a better tracking. i might upgrade/sell my galaxy watch 7 to pixel watch 3 for UWB support when the price is right. currently the price in my country is more expensive than apple watch 10 which is ridiculous

Buds Pro 2 currently, but I still have and use Buds 2 and A, depending on what I'm doing and where I'm at. My kids have the Buds Pro and the Sony as well. We all agree that musically speaking you can really dial the Sony's in, to where they're the best sounding for most music, but overall we say the Buds Pro 2 are the best. Size, battery life and fit for sure.

I owned a xm5 unit. If you care about anc don't buy it. Anc it's trash. Apart from that it's quite good. One of the best. Not I have Google Pixel Buds Pro 2. Also one of the best. Very small, good anc. This is my thoughts on both items

Pixel Buds Pro 2 were $105 after tax on Mother's Day if you combined the $40 Mother Day's discount with your $100 Google Store credit from getting a Pixel 9a. So far it's a really seamless experience using the PBP2 with my 9a. Alternative is gonna be a BT receiver such as a Fiio BTR 11 for $20 and then any $20 IEM if you want something bang for buck with decent audiophile quality. $20 Moon Drop Chu 2 for more balanced sound signature or $20 Castor Pro Bass for more V-Shape sound signature are my 2 recommendations for $20 budget IEMs. The only good things about the PBP2 after daily driving it for a week since I've gotten it is the convenience, the size, the weight, and the dual device connectivity swapping. Sound quality wise it pales in comparison to my Truthear Zero Blue 2 or Simgot EW300xHBB IEMs. ANC on the PBP2 are ok and adequate but nothing to write home about. Battery usage is on par with the Fiio BTR 11. At the end of the day you're just paying more for convenience more than anything else with wireless earbuds, for sound quality wired IEMs(you can turn them wireless and IEM drivers would still come out on top) are 100% the way to go still.

Yeah, I added comparisons in the above thread in my experiences with Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, Liberty 4 NC, Nothing Ear 2, etc. also, why I didn't roll with Huawei or Samsungs. Left a lot of comments and context in various replies that would take more effort to reinstate in this thread.

Currently using (and loving) Pixel Buds Pro 2. Been through all the Pixel buds and these are the best (no surprise). Around the house I'm usually using in Transparent mode (wife likes me to be able to hear her for some reason). I also have a pair of Bose Quiet Comfort 2 buds that work a little better for me on buses and airplanes. Shape of the ear, I guess, that these give me a better seal. But I prefer the lighter touch (and couple extra features with my P9PF) with the Pixel Buds.

Like my Pixel Buds Pro and Pro 2's

So, I've been using the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for a day now, and I'm pretty happy with them overall. Here's the breakdown: * Comfort & Fit: These things are TINY. Way smaller than the first gen, and they feel great in my ears. Haven't had any issues with them falling out, even during runs. * Sound Quality: The sound is definitely a step up from the original Pixel Buds Pro. It's clear and balanced, and the bass is surprisingly punchy for such small buds. I've been hearing a lot of talk that audiophiles won't like these, but I disagree. The profile is flat and natural. Things sound how they're supposed to sound, like a mostly true studio quality. You can turn the bass up if you need more. * ANC: Noise cancellation is solid. It's on the level of the Bose QC Earbuds, my previous daily driver, and actually sounds cleaner and feels better in the ear. * Transparency Mode: This is where they really shine. Transparency mode is fantastic - it feels super natural, almost like you're not wearing earbuds at all. This feature is the most important to me in any earbuds and out of the many I've tried, these are hands down the best. * Multipoint: Works seamlessly. I can switch between my phone and laptop without any issues. * Case: The case is smaller and more pocketable than the original, which is a nice touch. The buds fit more securely into them with stronger magnets, so hopefully this will alleviate the problem where your device stays connected despite being in the case. * Mics: Mic quality is very clear. * Touch controls: Basically no difference here. I've never had issues with the touch controls on previous generations. Overall: The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are a solid upgrade over the original. They're comfortable, sound great, and have excellent transparency mode. If you're looking for a pair of earbuds that integrate seamlessly with your Pixel phone, these are a great option. Let me know if you have any questions!

Yes! I was also surprised by how good ANC is compared to the Bose buds.

Same here! $30 is a steal.

Transparency would have made or broke these for me, and they deliver in spades.

Not really, tbh.

Hmm, they don't seem quiet to me at all. They seem quite loud, actually. And I have shitty hearing from playing in bands and blasting music all the time.

I guess it's all on taste. I prefer the flatter, cleaner sound profile on the PBP2.

I'm my testing, especially when Gemini live, Gemini understands just fine.

Only SBC and AAC and soon LC3.

Have you updated your firmware? Tried resetting them? I'm having no issues with YouTube.

Agreed. This generation of hardware is certainly the best, without any glaring issues.

Mine connects to my pixel immediately.

I did have an issue with my left bud. Contacted Google support and they sent me a new pair. Been fine since. Never had issues with other pixel buds though.

10

I haven't run them down yet, but reviews say 8 hours with ANC on, and I think around 10-11 hours with it off, with an extra 30 hours in the case with ANC, and something like 40 hours without ANC use.

These will replace both of those handily.

I say give them a shot. I'm VERY picky when it comes to earbuds, and these have checked all my boxes.

I bought the Pixel Buds Pro2. I strongly advise you to wait for a discount. They are good but not worth the price. The noise reduction is impressive but it's the overall sound quality that isn't crazy for the price. Afterwards, I am someone who is demanding on this point. But for 200€ I was very surprised by the poor quality. To resolve this you will have to spend at least an hour in the equalizer settings. The bass is superb yes, but the midrange is poorly adjusted. It gives an unnatural voice that lacks depth in the songs. Strengths: - bass - noise reduction - audio quality of calls for you and your interlocutors

Pro 2 are very good. Noise cancellation is insane. I used them using the drill during my house restoration... Price is high but you get very high quality.

Man, I am having the total opposite experience with transparency mode. There's a solid white noise for me when I'm in it. It's way more disruptive to me than my original buds were. Am I doing something wrong? Is there a setting I can adjust or something??

Just tried, unfortunately still a noticeable white noise when in transparency mode. It's good to know others aren't having this issue though, maybe I need to have them replaced.

I'm using the pixel buds pro 2 They are amazing, the last model where very hard on the ears These ones are so comfortable I sometimes forget I have them in The quality is amazing as well and connect with your "find my" really well

I'm using the buds pro 2, coming from buds pro og. Id go with something in the ecosystem, since it'll work best together. I'm not an audiophile, but both sound great, and noise cancelling/transparency is great in the pro 2.

I have both.  The pros are super comfortable. Noise cancelling is pretty good. Sounds is decent. 8/10. Series A are a bit less comfortable but stay a little better when working out, don't have noise cancelling. Sound is good. 6/10. I upgraded to the pro 2s for the better sound and noise cancelling. I would say the sound was not as big of an upgrade that I was expecting. bit more clarity with vocals, but imo not a substantial upgrade.

I have tried them all. The Pixel Pro 2 are great but their mics are PATHETIC. They are HORRIBLE. If you occlusion doesn't bother you then the Liberty 4 Pro are by far the best of those, and they have amazing mics as well. They are also $99 on Amazon right now. You can't go wrong with the Liberty 4 Pro at that price. I have thought about giving them another go, even with the occlusion. I am about to try the Huawei Freeclip as I have realized I don't really use ANC very much, so the total hearthrough may be worth it.

Pixel Buds Pro 2...

Which device do you think you use more? Your pixel or mac? I have the same combo. I don't use my pixel buds when I'm on my MacBook as much as I use them on my Pixel which makes it virtually a non issue for me. I'm pretty happy with my pixel buds 2 pro.

Probably as well as you would expect it to work. No deticated app or settings but works pretty well in default settings mode. Plug N Play essentially. Same goes with my pixel though. I just adjust noise canceling mode and leave it be. I'm not an audiophile by any means. Ive had them for over 2 years now and they're still holding up fine.

No, I can. Can't adjust the equalizer and such. I'm not great at remembering what gestures do what on my buds except the volume, pause/play and assistant.

It's crazy because they're smaller, but the battery lasts longer somehow and they charge a lot faster when they're in the pod.

Pixel Buds Pro 2. They have been great for me. Only complaint I have is that none of the ear tips feel like they're very secure in my ears, so I have to adjust them every so often.

It's a welcome upgrade when you have to upgrade. I was running first gen airpods pro and the buds pro 2 are awesome. My favorite feature is that you can toggle between anc, transparency, AND no anc or transparency. I have uses for all 3 modes and air pods pro doesn't satisfy that. Google assistant is another plus that while I don't use as often, is nice

I have very average sized ears and mine fit great and only give me the slightest discomfort when I have the little wing tip twisted in real good for 6+ hours. I use the tips that come pre installed which is the second smallest size

Pixel pro 2 buds. Love them.

I've had them for a while now too. They kept falling out of my right ear during running. Horrible experience. Got myself some foam tips recently ans they started to perform really well for me. I do hear some light crackling sound during running as well sometimes, but it tends to dissapear after a little while

I love em. They fit nicely and stay in my ear well. Sound is great!

I like the ANC, BUT to be upfront the only thing I have to compare it to is my hearing aids. I have hearing aids for my tinnitus, and I enjoy the fit/feel/ANC/sound, pretty much everything about them vs my ReSound hearing aids.

When I had these that didn't work too well. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 in my opinion are kinda the upgrade. Excellent fit, sound, better life, NC and transparency work great.  Other candidates might include the Jabra Elite 8 or 10. More expensive, but those are all good upgrades.  I've never cared for stem style earbuds, but the OnePlus Buds 3 just look so dang nice.

I love them at the moment. My only problem is that the case is white.... I'm a vehicle technician so they are pretty dirty now

They are fine in a quiet room (maybe a slight echo) but the mic sounds like trash if there is any background noise. I am seriously thinking about swapping them for the galaxy buds3 pro which has apparently amazing mic.

Amazingly comfortable. Although they general fall out for me. That being said, I haven't found an earbud that doesn't.

I use the pixel bud pro 2's and I love them. Crazy good noise filtering and sound.

Pixel buds pro 2 with small ears!

I'm not sure yet. I've only been listening to music with the PBP2 and the ANC murders the sound profile pretty dramatically as well as the "pressure" sensation. With that said, when the ANC is turned off, they do sound quite good and provide a good ear seal. I'll have to test them both when I'm out walking to see which ANC is better.

Just bought the pixel buds pro 2 and they fit pretty well in my ears. For reference I used to have the Samsung Galaxy buds pro and they didn't like staying in my ears Edit: you also might want to look into IEMs (they aren't wireless, but they likely won't fall out) or something like Sony Headphones (not earbuds)

I have the same issue with the 2's and the 1's with magnified wind sounds which goes away when turning your head. Not sure why they can handle wind head on but not from the side of the buds

Just got a pair after being through all the past versions, these new ones are unreal!!!

I have all of the Pixel Buds. All I can say is that the Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the peak so far. lightest, most comfortable, and long-lasting of them all

I'm actually disappointed with the ANC and wondering if my pair is defective. It is noticeably worse than my PBP.

I found this thread because I'm looking to return my Pixel buds pro 2 for feeling cheap, not sitting in my ear with any kind of stability, and having a poor battery life.

Pixel Buds Pro 2. Fit my small years just fine and sound is great.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 or the Raycon over the ear ones sometimes.

Pixel Buds Pro 2.

I just wore my pro 2s on two flights. Couldn't hear shit but my movie. Loved it!

I like my buds pro 2 and I agree with you the transparency mode is great. Though ANC is definitely not nearly as good for me as my Sony xm4. Didn't you hear a big difference in ANC? I am wondering if that's just a me problem :D

I just bought a new pair, and they have quality control issues, which I figured out in the first 5 minutes. The right bud is hissing every now and then, and they have connectivity issues. Quick googling shows it's a common issue: › r/googlepixel › what the hell happened to google's quality control?

I just got mine in the mail yesterday and I've been using them off and on. Coming from the 2nd gen normal pixel buds, these are incredible. I was a little scared at first because when I first took them out of the box, they sounded a little "off" but I changed the ear tips to the smaller ones once I got done setting them up with my phone and that fixed my make-believe problems. The one thing that I have to get used to from the the original pixel buds is the size. The size throws off my touch control hand memory. I don't know how many times I go to pause or skip a song and I tap my ear or the edge of the earbud because I expect these to bigger than they are. Overall, I would absolutely recommend these to anyone wanting a new set of earbuds

Just got the Pixel Buds Pro 2.. Awesome Sound, very light, i always forget I have it on, never drops out..

I've got Pixel Buds Pro 2 which I occasionally use but I mostly have to wear hearing aids (Signia Pure Charge&Go IX) - I often wish hearing aid manufacturers would remember Android users when implementing features. Seriously beginning to consider switching to iPhone just so I can use more of the features available.

Love my pixel buds pro 2, the anc is fantastic. But I've had some minor audio "lags" here and there, while it's simultaneously connected to my pixel 6 and steam deck. It's fixed by resetting the Bluetooth.

I sent my pro 2's back and kept my pro 1's. Some quality issues...snap crackle pop sound when exercising with a helmet or headband on that was not fixed with a different ear tip and does not happen on Pro1. Something about even light pressure of fabric on the bud makes this happen. Plus the sound would cut out of a bud randomly like others have mentioned.

What are you top rated ear buds for best fit? I don't want hooks or loops around ears. Tried new pixel buds 2 pro but wing tip doesn't catch any part of my ear lobe

I'm using my Pixel buds pro 2

For comfort, nothing beats the pixel buds pro 2. They're so small and light that I forget I'm wearing them, I side sleep in them, etc. Sound - Nothing Ear is incredible but less secure fit and easier ear fatigue ANC - Bose or Sony I think the best all rounder (that I have tried) are the pixel buds pro 2, but I value comfort way higher than any other features.

I've tried most of the most popular brands and Id go with the Google pixel buds pro 2. I've bought more expensive ones aince and some sound better but they have their own issues that just makes it hard to have it as a daily driver. The the buds pro 2 are the ones I make sure I always have in my pocket because they are the most reliable that I have found.

I have the Pixel Pro Buds 2 and it works perfectly with the Pixel 9 line up of phones. I highly recommend it.

Imo, get Pixel Buds Pro 2 for best pixel experience with P9P.

Buds pro. They went through the washer and drier and still work. They are keepers.

Never got the quiet compliant. I have to believe everyone that says they sound quiet has severely damaged hearing. I've never even considered raising the volume to the max on the PBP1s or 2s. It would be way too loud for me.

Moved from galaxy buds Pro 1 to pbp2. The difference is night and day when it comes to fit, sound and anc. I love them

I've had the complete opposite experience with microphones...They sound like complete garbage compared to gen 1

Something tells me it has to be a firmware issue if they did, either that or they were fine with it given the other improvements which to me is just unacceptable.

These are my first earbuds with ANC and it is basically magic. I thought my garbage disposal was broken because I literally could not hear it with these in! I disagree about transparency mode any sort of wind or droning noise gets blown up and is incredibly annoying. I don't know how anyone could use these while riding a bike or running on a windy day.

I'm using the Pixel Buds A, but I've tried the 2 Pro and they're very, very nice.

Senhieser momentom 4 sound great. Much better than my pixel buds pro 2 (obviously) and they are cheaper than the Sony whxm5. People usually say the senhieser is better for audio but if you want better anc go for the Sony or bose

Mic quality has been great on mine too.

I'd definitely recommend Pixel Buds Pro 2 -- they just stay snug no matter what. Edit: I just read your caption and they're probably not suitable for your need given their typical ear tips shape. Battery life's impressive however. You should get about 8 hours with ANC on.

I had some problems too. you have to go in at an angle and then turn it Initially awkward but with time. But if it rains or I don't want to use over ear then Pixel Buds Pro 2 because they are super pleasant

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and I absolutely adore them. I had the AirPods Pro 2 before, they were okay but imho inferior.

Same had my pro for years just upgraded to the 2s and I feel like it's significantly better, faster and soundwise is great. I've had them for about 2-3weeks

Awful buds, Worst I've had and I've had many. I get nothing but interference the sound drops in and out goes up and down in both. Recently changed settings on Spotify for higher resolution and now having issues since. They automatically lower the volume and receive notification saying it has been loud for a long period of time so been lowered and can't turn that notification off. Thanks for caring google but they're my ears and i like them loud.

Google Pixel buds pro 2 are amazing. Lightweight, stay in ears, great anc.

OnePlus buds pro 3 and Google Pixel buds pro 2 are great. I have them both.

Got the buds Pro2 some time back. Loved the way the setup with my Pixel 7A was smooth, and really comfortable to wear. I want to use them for ongoing speech/conversation translation, not able to figure out how to make this work. Any tips?

Okay this worked, it did take me to the “conversation” screen. But I need to translate from Tamil which is not available in this mode. I was able to check out how the tech works with French though.

The pixel 2 pro are very good. However they are pretty heavy and the one in my right ear (due to the shape of my ear) keeps falling off. So I can't wear them in situations like airplanes because it tends to pop out and fall on the floor. Never had that issue with any other one.

I tried Jabra 8, Jabra 10, Sennheiser Momentum 4, Pixel Buds Pro 2 Kept the Pixel Buds Pro 2 Best mix of fit, battery life, ANC Found the Jabra comfy .. ANV good on the 8 but audio quality noticeably dipped when it was on. ANC was bad on the 10 for me. Worse than the 8. Momentum 4 has good ANC. Probably around the same as Buds Pro 2, maybe even better. But they were a bit bulky and prolonged use hurt my ears. Also the case is big, like twice as thick as the others. Annoying to carry around. Buds Pro 2 comfiest, still sound good, ANC good, small case with tracking and speaker etc. Got them for £150 on eBay. Happy with that .. Momentum sound better, but not leagues better for my use.

Used Airpods Pro 1 since launch but recently got Pixel Buds Pro 2

My biggest issue with the space travel is the comfort, and the volume. The moca seem to be the same format. If it's louder, then that would be baller. I have the pixel buds pro 2 and they don't get very loud either.

I just got mine today and I'm liking them. They are still kind of quiet like the 1s, but I like the smaller version and the ear lock a lot.

I can confirm my old case fits my new buds fine. They are basically identical apart from the new speaker. Not entirely sure why the OP thinks there is a difference.

They work well for me too; they stay in and the transparency coupled with equalising pressure makes them comfortable to wear for hours.

I have Pixel Buds Pro 2 and small ears. With my AirPods Pros even the smallest tips were uncomfortable, but my Pixel Buds tips out of the box were perfect, and I think they're the medium size.

I just got mine yesterday. I am not yet sold on the fit of them. I tried changing the tips too but it just feels off in one ear. The noise cancelling without music playing is still better on my Sony wf-1000xm4. What bothers me is the feedback loop you seem to get when you try to adjust the headphones in your ear. Since it is built to be light it feels as if the material is so thin that any pressure on the headphones stimulates the microphones. The build in EQ is fine, I guess. I did notice that switching from music to any video with spoken words that it sounds flat and I have to readjust the EQ. Going back from headphones that use LDAC to AAC is a noticeable downgrade in some scenarios. It just sounds less full. What I appreciate is how easy and smooth the setup was though.

Pixel Buds Pro 2, they came with my phone. Before that it was a pair of Samsung buds that also came with a phone. I'm sure I could get better results, but they work well enough for me as they take enough noise out even in a theme park when I have needed to use them.

Enjoying my Pixel Buds Pro 2.

Just got mine at Bestbuy today. I completely agree. I love the transparency mode. The only problem is that Gemini is still not fully baked. I need the translation mode so I had to switch to Google assistant.

Just play on the other device. Eg listening to music on pixel, watch a YouTube vid on my MacBook. The music stops and YouTube starts playing. Mine works really well... until it doesn't, and then *nothing* short of disconnecting one device will get them to work again. Hopefully this will improve in an update.

For me, they are actually less comfortable than the previous ones. They don't really fit in my ears and feel secure, they are kinda too small now, whereas the previous ones were perfect.

I'm sleeping real good with the first gen. No as comfortable on the side but I still mange. It also help when you have 7 hours of ANC for full sleep. So now with second gen I'm going to sleep even better haha with 8 hours and comfortable for all positions. 

Always hated the airport design. The Pixel Buds give you a design statement with the shape and color of YOUR choice. 

They are amazing. I have never had any others so I can't compare but it was pretty mind blowing how quiet they make the world.

I often record messages to friends to catch up since we are in different timezones. I have had these for a few days and so far they are the worst earbuds I have ever used. If the phone isn't in my hand relatively near me at all times the voice hardly picks up and the background noise overpowers the recording. I have been playing around with different settings but have yet to find the secret sauce balance. Noise cancelling cuts in and out and often feels like walking in and out of a wind tunnel. I am certain I am doing something wrong but right now these are by far the worst earbuds I have used which just makes me very sad because I had wanted to love them based on your review. Hoping it's just user error

I use the pixel buds pro 2 too: they are awesome

Same biat. Using Jabra elite 85t currently. Pixel user . My research on the choices i have tell me: One plus pro3. lacks mute button ( super useful while taking calls ) but good call quality Jabra elite 10: stopping production. Pricy but overall good. Nothing : bad build quality. Good call quality Pixel pro 2: horrible call quality in noisy environment Airpod pro2 : does not work well with Android Sony xm5: fit issues

Same biat. Using Jabra elite 85t currently. Pixel user . My research on the choices i have tell me: One plus pro3. lacks mute button ( super useful while taking calls ) but good call quality Jabra elite 10: stopping production. Pricy but overall good. Nothing : bad build quality. Good call quality Pixel pro 2: horrible call quality in noisy environment Airpod pro2 : does not work well with Android Sony xm5: fit issues

I have the pixel buds pro 2, would actually highly recommend. super comfortable, sound quality is good (not amazing but you know good for what it is), and from my experience I've had good call quality

Yeah I do, I don't think they're quite as strong on the transparency side as airpods (was a former iOS user with the airpods pro 2), but they're honestly really good. also the ANC I find to be quite strong and does block out quite a bit of white noise. If I were you, I'd wait as they recently went on sale and they may very well go on sale once again. keep in mind also I notoriously find trouble with earbuds fitting my ears due to a small ear canal, and these fit well. best of luck, keep me posted!

I recently purchased the pixel buds pro 2. Most comfortable IEM's I've used and I think it's because they are so small and light with a weird twist to lock insertion method. I've even fallen asleep with them in and I'm a side sleeper - No problems. With regards sounds quality, ANC can't really comment. Seems fine for their use case ie when I'm out and about. My open back wired headphones spank their ass as far as sound quality is concerned but they stay at my desk.

I'm using the pixel buds pro 2 and no complaints from me great fit and long battery life

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and love them. Very small, they fit well in my ears, and the sound quality is shockingly good for such tiny little things.

I had these before my Bose qc 2s. The Bose are better in sound and noise cancellation, but bulkier and have more pieces that can fail. After losing one of the rubber guards it took about two weeks for the plastic casing to separate. I missed having my galaxy buds, their fit was great for me but I lost them and replaced them with far less comfortable galaxy pro 2s My biggest issue with the Bose was size as I fall asleep with earbuds in frequently. Pixel buds pro 2 while having slightly less noise cancellation are great for that with their extremely small size.

pixel buds pro 2. tried quiet comfort ultra but they didn't fit very well. actually have the WF-1000XM5 but they hurt my ears if i wear them for too long. i did get the WH-1000XM5 cans for flights but that's it

i think my ears are on the larger sidel; if yours are smaller, i think you should try the pixel buds pro 2 out of all of them.

i tried different brands of replacements, too. i think they're pretty heavy compared to the pixel buds pro 2

I use Pixel Buds Pro 2's with an OLED, they work really well.

AirPods Pro 2 are still the king in my opinion. I switched from an iPhone to a Pixel 9XL and never looked back. Was really eager to get the Pixel Buds Pro 2. After trying to get used to them I still went back to the AirPods Pro 2, even though I lose a lot of functionality. They are just too good in my opinion.

Pro 2:to replace my Sony (old version - 3rd generation) ones- they are much preferred for weight and never falling out of my ears

Pixel buds pro 2. Coming from an iPhone and Airpods pro 2, the pixel buds are great! I dont use them for calling personally, and read they might not be the best for that. But its mainly the fit in my ears thats awesome. I had to adjust the Airpods every few minutes, no longer needed with the pixel buds. And the sound quality is also great.

probably bad fit on the tips. mine stayed put real good but felt nasty when i got real sweaty.

Buds 2 pro. Love them.

I have my Pixel Buds Pro 2 and to be honest, the ANC is not very good. Worst than my PBP1 which is something very weird and the mics are trash! No one hears me well, wind kills my voice, it hears what is around me than myself. Does someone else has this problems?

Pixel buds pro 2s Sony LinkbudsS Believe it or not I think my sinus sound alot better than the pixel buds.....

Pixel buds pro 2

Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Nothing Ear Open. I got the pixel buds first but I only use the Ear Opens since they came out.

Tried all three and still prefers the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

PBP2, I literally wear mine all day each day. Comfort, quality, and integration (I have a pixel phone) is top notch. They charge so quickly too, achieving all day listening is easy.

I'm using the Pixel Buds Pro 2 (history of earbuds includes: OG Pixel Buds Pro, WF-1000XM4, and AirPods Pro 2). Honestly, out of all the earbuds I have used, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are my favorite ones - they are really comfortable to wear and actually stay in my ear with the original ear tips (unlike the OG Pixel Buds Pro or, to a lesser extent, AirPods Pro 2, which had a tendency to fall out gradually while exercising or chewing on food). The audio quality is really good and, important for me as I make a lot of call throughout the day, the mic quality is pretty great with my Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Overall, if you are willing to splurge a bit, I think they would be a great choice!

Started off with Pixel Buds Pro 2 and have tried several others including Boss QC Ultra, Earfun 4, Soundcore Liberty 4 NC/Pro, and Cambridge Melomania M100. 3 of these stood above the rest for me- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro, Earfun 4, and the Cambridge. The Liberty 4 Pro and Earfun 4 are very, very similar to me in both sound, NC, and features. I think it almost comes down to preference on looks/fit, to which I personally prefer the Liberty 4 Pro (especially in white as it includes a case that isn't a shiny fingerprint magnet) for its fit and finish. Then you have the Cambridge which are so underrated. The NC might not be quite as good as on the other 2 but it isn't a huge difference, but the bump up in overall sound quality is noticeable, especially if you take the time to do hearing tests (when applicable) and then further tweak the EQs to your preference. It would be a hard to pick a single winner from these, they are all 3 great Side note- the Liberty 4 NC are very nearly as good as my above 3 picks and are a great buy at their current sale price of $70. The NC is pretty much identical to the Pros, main difference to me is you can get slightly more out of the dual drivers on the Pros when you EQ them.

Pixel pro 2, most comfortable earbud from my collection Bose QC ultra best NC from my collection A30i soundcore best value for cheap price A40 subscribe, good all around for a budget Past model that went to recycling were Sony x...3 and Jabra. 7 ( don't recall exact model but I won't my earbuds from either. I love their headphones though)

Pixel pro 2 are by far the most comfortable earbuds from my collection.

I had the exact opposite experience using my Pixel. The Buds Pro 2 are super comfy and tiny but I got constant complaints about people saying I sounded far away. Everyone says I sound great with the JBL.

Oh gotcha. I've never heard someone else talking to me on them. I just talk on the phone A LOT for work and did several tests and consistently people said that my voice sounded best with the JBL. Worst was probably the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

I got them about a week ago and still find it difficult to pause music or podcasts with a tap on the side. More than half the time, I end up changing the volume, switching between Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode, or nothing happens at all. The button on the AirPods Pro worked much better for that.

I know you haven't had them for a long time but have you experienced any "confusion" with the multipoint? I found that the longer I have my PBP in during the day and switched from phone to laptop and back the worse it got. I have to disconnect the buds from the laptop and reconnect them more often as the day goes on.

Ideally it happens naturally when you pause media on one device and play from another but there are occasional hiccups.

I saw you mention you have small ear holes. The pixelbuds pro 2 came with both small and extra small tips. I've never seen extra small tips before. Small were always just a little big. The extra small are perfect. Use with my pixel 9 pro xl. I can't recommend them highly enough.

I've had a similar experience, coming from PBP1. Except the case is the same size. I'd say the biggest improvement is comfort and transparency mode. For transparency IMO PBP1 was 7.5/10 PBP2 is 9/10.

I've had the Pros and Pro 2 and they've both been fantastic. I upgraded to the Pros 2 because I wanted longer battery life (I travel a lot and the Pros with ANC weren't quite able to make it a full 8 hour flight. The Pro 2s should be able to handle it easily) and I'd say they're a bit more comfortable and stay in the ear better when active, but honestly either are solid choices.

Had the Sony buds, Loved the sound, hated the fit. It would start hurting the cartilage part of my ear after about an hour of wearing it. Great sound quality and noise cancelling for earbuds though. Sold the Sony, bought the Pixel Buds Pro 2, fits great. Sound and noise cancelling are both pretty good, not Sony quality but I was happy enough with it. Lately I've been finding that my ear canals get a bit itchy after prolonged earbud use (yes, I clean my earbuds / tips regularly), so I picked up one of the Anker V30i for cheap-ish. Honestly it's currently my go to earbuds especially at work. I only use the Pixel Buds if I'm on a flight, watching a movie on my phone/laptop/tablet, and playing immersive games on my steam deck.

I got these delivered yesterday. For me they are a big upgrade from the original pros. They are very comfortable and the transparency mode and ANC are way better than the pros in my opinion. The issue I've noticed however is that there is a huge delay when watching YouTube for example. I didn't notice this nearly as much with the original bud pros. It seems worse on the buds pro 2... Anyone else having this issue?

I have both and the 2 has a speaker hole for tracking it while the 1 doesn't.

Pixel Buds Pro 2. I haven't run with them on but they are amazingly light and comfortable for just ignoring the world around you.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are also great. The first buds I own which fit and do not fall out.

Buds pro 2 ATH M50x BT2

I am testing them, I'm just not a fan of them, and I don't know why. Maybe mine's defective, or I set them up weird.

Hi everyone, I am looking for ear buds that I will mainly use for the gym (loud environment) that should not cost more than 200€. I had the Pixel Buds Pro for a long time and just upgraded to the Pixel Buds Pro 2s but for me they are unironically a huge downgrade in terms of sound quality. I am mainly looking for \- good sound (can be on the bass heavy side) \- good & secure fit \- good ANC Everything else like mic quality, transparency mode, etc. I really do not care about at all. A friend of mine recommended me the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 or Nothing Ear 2024 to check these boxes, curious what you guys think and would recommend!

Man I went from series A to Pro 2 and the upgrade was significant. Really enjoying the experience.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 for most things, and Nothing Ear if I'm just gonna listen to music. OG Pixel Buds Pro as backup. PBP2 are the most comfortable buds I've ever used, and the battery lasts me from like 6 AM- 2PM on 1 charge with ANC on. The sound quality for music isn't mindblowing, but they sound nice imo. The Nothing Eat sound amazing though, and have phenomenal bass for buds.

Not qualified to probs comment on the outright winner, but the pixel buds pro 2, fit pretty great and have no weakness' in My opinion except the mic could be better, but I'm a pixel user also.

Pixel pro buds 2 I lost one of pixel buds

Galaxy buds 3 Pro and Pixel buds pro 2 as my backup

I've only had the opportunity to try once thus far. It's definitely better than the PBP1 but sounds like incremental improvements over the same issues. For biking less than 20 mph transparency mode for me was fine. Above that, it's still really windy but actually bearable now. With ANC or Off, not a huge issue, but I prefer being able to hear around me when I'm on a bike. All in all, biking with these is totally tolerable unlike the 1's.

I hope you get a response but I'm supposed to receive mine tomorrow and will let you know how these sound biking. With the PBP1, it's like it magnified the wind when I was biking, but when I turned my head, it didn't do that. I can't bike with my head always sideways though. I'm really hoping the PBP2 is much better for biking.

I have not biked as much as I would have liked. I'd say overall they're incremental but noticeable improvements over the PBP1s for me. Biking around in OFF was pretty comfortable, but I prefer to be more situationally aware. With transparency and ANC, it got bad once I hit a certain speed, maybe 30mph, and similar to the PBP1s, when I turn my head it's a little bitter. This is at least a higher speed before they got bad. I am pretty happy with the improvement because now it's at least tolerable for me to bike with them. I do love that these are lighter but also don't feel like they're going to fall out as much. L I'll experiment more and report back.

The first thing everyone should do after pairing the buds is go to the pixel buds settings -> Sound -> Eartip seal check. Run and re-run the check and change up the ear tip size until it says your seal is good. And if the included large size tip is still not giving you a good seal? That's too bad you'll need to buy even larger size tips from 3rd party. Hope this helps, this is a good ear bud for Android once set up properly

I got mine a couple days ago and I'm pretty disappointed by the ANC. I do hear a lot more ambiant sounds than with the PBP1 which is annoying when I'm working in a cafe. The comfort is definitely better and sound quality also improved but was hoping for a much better isolation/ANC...

I use Pixel Buds Pro 2 and they are connected instantly as soon as they are out of the case. No connectivity problems so far.

So I personally just upgraded from my Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds as well. I did a bunch of research & narrowed down my search to these earbuds: -Sony WF-1000XM5 -Bose QC Ultra Earbuds (& QC II) -Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 -Technics EAH-AZ100 -Denon Perl Pro -Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 (& Buds Pro) I tried the XM5, which had a slightly nicer sound quality & bass extension, slightly nicer ANC/transparency/call quality, & overall nice design & connectivity. My issue with these is twofold: one, I want to get away from foam tips because I'm tired of replacing them & they hurt a little after some hours; two, the tips of the buds aren't as long as the XM4, so I just couldn't get them to fit my ears. Returned but otherwise would've kept them. The Bose I didn't try, but I did try the QC II earbuds, which are virtually identical in real world use. I returned my QC II because the noise cancelling on the high frequency range was just bad compared to my XM4. At the time, I got Sony to give me an out-of-warranty replacement on the buds since the battery life was crapping out after an update. The Pi8 were the most comfortable earbuds I've ever tried, the sound quality was top-notch (even with the AAC codec), the case retransmission feature made them sound even better, & they look super nice. I had major issues with them unfortunately. ANC/transparency/call quality was unacceptable for $400 earbuds, as were the constant connectivity issues I experienced. The buds would randomly not turn on when taken out of the case, or just one wouldn't turn on, or they wouldn't connect, or sometimes the buds would randomly disconnect/reconnect, or sometimes the buds would disconnect from each other. I really wanted to keep them but they were borderline unusable, even after an update. Returned. I've tried the Pixel Buds Pro twice, & I tried the Pixel Buds Pro 2 once recently. I had high hopes for them since I have a Pixel phone & since I really enjoyed the Pixel Buds 2 that I had before my XM4. Both of the Pros had sound quality that wasn't as good as my XM4, as was the ANC/transparency. They'd be decent for the right person, but not for me. Returned. I was going to try the Denon Perl Pro earbuds until I tried the Technics AZ100. The Technics have virtually everything I was looking for & then some: LDAC codec support for high quality listening; ANC/transparency/call quality that is as good (if not better) than my XM4 (the ANC doesn't block as much high frequency sounds due to silicone tips instead of foam, but it's close enough for me); super comfortable & I don't have to jam the earbuds into my ear canal; very customizable touch controls for each ear bud; great battery life; slim case; solid connectivity with no drop outs so far; low latency for video; and they look great! TL;DR: I bought the XM5, AZ100, Pixel Buds Pro 2, QC II Earbuds, & Pi8 to replace my XM4. XM5 didn't fit right, Pixel Buds weren't great, QC II/Ultra were a wash, & Pi8 had way too many issues for the price. AZ100 are such solid all-rounders that they're worth the price. If the XM5 fit your ears, they're also really good. Pi8 are phenomenal if listening quality is your top priority. Bose are decent as well. I picked AZ100!

I don't really like OP buds. Ironically the best ones I've used are Pixel pro. I can walk around and talk with them and hear everything.

Hey Routine, no I haven't, but in my opinion the google buds are way more secure in the ear, they're much smaller, have the wing, and for my ears, are definitely a better fit than the AZ100's. The AZs are good, but not as secure or comfortable.

Yeah sorry man! They are comfy, and they are relatively secure, but I definitely dont think they compare to the Googles, if you had problems with the pixel buds pro 2 (bearing in mind all our ears are different so take this with a grain of salt) then I dont think the AZ100's could be better. They definitely sound more clear than the GPBP2 though! They're pretty close to the Jabra Elite 10 gen 2 or the Jabra Elite 8s I'd say, like very close in terms of comfort/security.

I have Google Buds Bose QC Ultra a d B+O EX The EX blows the others away for sound, battery life awful and next to no ANC, these are my got to at home , crap app Ultra is a superb fit and great all rounder Pixel buds for when I dont care if I lose them so on the beach