Customers frequently mention the impressive sound quality and comfort of the Echo Buds (2nd Gen). They appreciate the seamless Alexa integration and find the battery life to be satisfactory. While some users have concerns about the touch controls, many agree that the Echo Buds offer good value for their price.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic earbuds
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
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Fantastic earbuds. Great for work and recreation. Great work Amazon!
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon echo buds
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Nice ear butts are perfectly to walking there’s a little problem with the earphones the jacket one of them is too tight.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Anc, Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great earbuds at an amazing price, but Alexa lacks
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This is very simple, Amazon made a product that audiophiles might critique but for the price point and it’s amazing ANC features along with clear sound, this is a top contender when going against big brands like Bose, Apple, and JBL.
I gave this 4 stars because where it lacks is Alexa. It doesn’t always work. The Find feature also worked when it wanted to. I was 5 feet from the earbuds and they were out of town still (funny). This happened with them fully charged too. This might be a glitch but I thought that was very neat to have a feature like this because I do tend to lose my earbuds quite often.
The ANC feature was really what made this worth raving about. I work in a noisy environment and having regular earbuds really doesn’t help with the industrial sounds flooding your ears while you try to enjoy some classical music. In come these buds and their ANC feature which really hit it out of the park in my opinion. I was enjoying Bach and the sound of five 35 Ton AC units clicking on and off was non existent.
The sound is clear. Alexa is handy to have when she wants to work. I found that she works when you scream at her but it defeats the purpose because one of my four other Alexa’s pick up on that command and do it anyways. Would
I recommend it? Absolutely. At this price, they can afford for Alexa to be a little sub-par as long as the sound and battery life stays the same.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Bass
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A great value for the Echo power user.
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I own the Gen 1 Echo Buds and they fared well. Are the 2nd Gen Echo Buds an improvement? Short answer: Definitely. But are they worth the asking price?
The physical design is not extraordinary. The case is smaller than the original which makes it much more portable, and I appreciate the matte black finish which repels smudges, fingerprints, and has some scratch resistance. There is a battery/charging LED indicator on the front and inside. Thankfully, Amazon implemented USB-C charging this time. The buds are magnetically kept securely inside, but I do wish the top would not be as wobbly.
The buds are also noticeably smaller than the last gen. The bud’s touchpads have a matte finish that feels good to the touch. The bottom is glossy, which unfortunately attracts a lot of smudging and skin grease. I don’t mind the Amazon smile logo, as it is rather subtle.
When it comes to comfort, they are OK. They fit much better than the last version, but I found them still a bit uncomfortable after 4 plus hours of continuous use, which I hardly ever do. It takes a bit of fidgeting for me to get the proper placement and seal, but once they’re set, there’s no need to mess around. Amazon included several tips and ear wings to enhance fit and security, but after trying them I found them unnecessary, since I was able to run, jump, and even cartwheel without them.
Being Bluetooth 5.0, they were easy to pair. I would highly recommend downloading the Amazon Alexa app as it makes pairing easier and kind of cool. I was able to maintain a decent connection when walking around my medium-sized apartment, even through a corner or two. I did not notice any sync issues when watching videos, but I did notice a slight lag when playing certain games albeit you really must pay close attention. Sadly, there is no multi-point connection, auto-device switching, which would be nice since several of my devices have Alexa activated. By the way, you can listen to a single earbud if you like that option.
I was a little disappointed by the battery life. I clocked them at a little over 4 hours at 70% volume, ANC on, and constantly asking Alexa stuff. I do appreciate the quick charge feature where 15 minutes in the case adds 2 hours of playback. The version I have does not support wireless charging, but Amazon does offer a slightly more expensive one that does.
This time, the Echo Buds feature full active noise cancellation, instead of noise reduction. Testing the ANC in several environments, I found it to be acceptable. They do block low, rumbling noises, and some degree of traffic. However, there’s a lot of higher-pitched noises that get through -especially individual voices and things like keyboard typing. Getting a good seal helps a bit. The Passthrough Mode works fine and is convenient, although I thought the sound coming through was a bit harsh, so I am glad that this can be reduced in the app.
The call quality is decent. While I was told that I sounded a bit tunnel-like, I was heard loud and clear, which is really what you’d expect. Even in loud or windy conditions, making calls was not an issue.
One nitpick I have is that controls feel limited. While you can customize them, one must choose what to assign, and use the device or voice assistant for the rest.
Out of the box, the Echo Buds 2 have more of a flat, sort of reference sound signature. The bass is there, and it is tight and punchy. However, it lacks a little “oomph” for those that might like that subwoofer effect. The midrange comes through nice and clear, and the treble is slightly enhanced without being harsh. Listening to several genres of content, I found the sound enjoyable -especially classical and live music, since channel separation and soundstage were very well done. Selecting the right ear tips ensures a better listening experience. In case you want a different sound, you can go into the app and adjust bass, midrange, and treble to suit your preferences.
Speaking of the app, which is indispensable if you are deep into the Amazon Echo ecosystem, helps in making these buds more versatile. From there, you can add the buds to your account, customize controls, change EQ settings, ensure a proper seal, turn off mics for privacy, and other functions.
So, if you are invested in Amazon Echo and use Alexa a whole lot or liked the original and they’re showing their age, these may be a no-brainer. I might even recommend checking the wireless charging version. For the price, although a bit average, The Echo Buds 2 are an excellent value.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Waste of money
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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These are straight trash.
They just disconnect over and over and over again. I have to wrestle with them for 45 minutes before I work out just to get them to stay functioning and connected.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
"Various bug and performance issues" on iOS
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
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Purchased in July and worked superb out of the box until iOS 15 update in September and buds have been a headache. Amazon has updated the app a number of times for fixing bug issues but the buds constantly drop and reset. They either drop and reset, click like a cricket or one of the buds stops playing on their own but is still connected. I had hope Amazon would resolve the issue but its November and after 12 updates the buds haven't worked properly like they did prior on iOS14 in July and August.
When the app worked properly they sounded terrific. Has a equalizer to customize. I was surprised how much I liked using Alexa in my earbuds. The sound cancellation worked well to cancel out a air purifier in the room. I don't like the pass though option outdoors as this feature turns on a microphone and mixes the sound into the speaker. A slight breeze will hit the microphone and you just get wind noise in your ears.
The Echo buds are app dependent to work and right now its buggy. I'm on iOS 15.0.2 and considering spending the money on Apple or Beats as Apple should have better capability as they make both the hardware and software.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
The Echo Buds place Alexa in your ear
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The Amazon Echo Buds are a solid in-ear headphone. Over the past few years, Amazon has worked to integrate various aspects of the home together with Alexa technology and this is a smooth addition to the family.
The echo bud set up was simple, having opened the Amazon Alexa app and simultaneously opening the echo bud case the app asked to pair the device. This was a quick and seamless process. Since setup, the echo buds will quickly phase between asleep in the case and being on and ready to be used. I have not had issues having them reconnect with my phone, which is an absolute blessing!
The set-up process was accompanied by finding the proper fit for the echo buds to enhance noise cancelation and overall comfort. There are covering pieces to provide a better fit in the outer ear, along with the tip pieces for a more comfortable fit within the ear canal. There is an accompanied “test” function within the Alexa app that will allow one to determine how well the fit is. I was not able to score the highest level with any combination I tried; however, I did find 1 pair of coverings+tips that provided a “good” fit. This combination does feel naturally comfortable within my ear, and I have been using it accordingly without issue.
The overall sound is clear, and when active the Alexa function is not overpowering in the ear. There is an equalizer built into the Alexa app. This is not extensive, but allows for some customization. If I could change one sound aspect of these buds, it would be to have a more intense base; however, this is a feature often times limited within in-ear headphones anyway.
The ear buds themselves will last for at least a couple hours (claim of 15 total hours including available charge within the unplugged case). I have yet to have the echo buds die while using them; however, I keep only one earbud in at a time and alternate between them. This is a habit I have with headphones in general, as I do not like to be locked away from the sounds around me. However, with that in mind… a feature of these buds is that they are noise cancelling and you can lock away from the world around you. The noise cancelling feature when both echo buds are in place is efficient. Having noise cancelling technology for in-ear headphones can be difficult; but amazon executed this feature well. When active, I still hear noises around me, but they are significantly dampened and not clearly heard. I am unable to make out what my wife is attempting to say, but can recognize there is noise present. When noise cancelation is turned off, you are able to reasonably hear the world and noises around you while still having the headphones actively playing.
The best “feature” of the echo buds is Amazon Alexa. The echo buds will listen for “Hey Alexa” and subsequently follow commands or answer questions. I am not a huge user of “hey” command functions, except in one aspect of my life.... My home with Alexa. Throughout my home, most rooms are smart bulb/switch enabled. These headphones allow for quick access and activation of my home lighting while in use without interruption, avoiding the need to activate other Alexa enabled devices. Having a command response localized to in-ear is also fabulous at night while others may be sleeping!
All in all, these headphones not only provide a comfortable wireless in-ear bud with noise cancellation but are “echo buds” which come with the perks of Amazon Alexa. I would not suggest these to a user who does not have a desire to have Alexa a part of their everyday life, but if you are like myself and already talk to Alexa quite frequently, these echo buds are quite the find.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Stopped charging
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
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One ear bud stopped charging and stayed at 1% - troubleshooting was unsuccessful. Comfort fit was acceptable but can be hard to wear for longer periods.
I had to return it due to the charging issue. Being able to connect it to alexa app and having the find feature if lost is great.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Touch controls
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent sound in a compact form factor
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As an owner of the previous generation of Amazon's Echo Buds I was excited to try this second generation of the product. I was particularly interested in the Noise Canceling features and the Alexa integration.
The product packaging is clever and well organized. The box is designed to present both the product and the instructions for its installation in a logical and step-by-step fashion.
The buds are nestled in an a rectangular case with rounded edges that is pocket friendly. The case also acts as the charging base and provides the ability to provide additional charging boosts to the buds whenever they are in the case. One word of caution - the lid latch is pretty weak so you may find that it opens on its own when you insert or remove the case from your pocket.
If you already have the Alexa app on your phone please be certain to follow the instructions and update it before you try to set up the buds. I wasted a lot of time because I failed to do this initially!
Be prepared to pretty much allow full access permissions to your phone while installing the buds. Failure to do so will result in reduced functionality.
The earbuds come with a number of ear tip options. Choosing the best fit is critical in order to assure the Noise Cancelling feature works well. The buds do feature a pass-through function that is very handy if you need to momentarily suspend the noise cancelling to hear the outside world.
The audio quality is good. Not great, but good. The sound is aided by the noise cancellation feature. However, I must stress again how important it is to choose the best ear-tip fit to get the best from these buds.
Controls are solid if somewhat uninspired. The customizable tap interface is serviceable but I do miss the ability to control the volume by waving my hand that the Gen 1 buds offered.
In summary - the Amazon Echo Buds are a pedestrian addition to the in-ear market that offers good integration of the Alexa platform. They deserve your consideration if you are in the market.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
good earbuds for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Good affordable earbuds for the price. sufficient noise suppression
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Garbage
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Garbage. Worked for 5 minutes and now nothing. I’ve reset them and still nothing. All I hear with pass through is white noise. When putting in the left ear, there was a very high pitch sound. Talk about damaging ears. These will be returned.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Sound with Built-In Alexa Assistant
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INITIAL SET-UP
Set-up of the Echo Buds is accomplished with your Amazon Alexa app available via the Apple Store or the Google Play Store. Folks that already have another Alexa device in their household will have no trouble setting up the Echo Buds with their Amazon account. Set-up is very similar to other Amazon devices, and I had no issues linking and setting up the Buds with either my iPad or my Android smartphone. The included directions are simple and covered all aspects of initial configuration.
USE
The Echo Buds have performed flawlessly since initial set-up. These Echo Buds had one thing going for them, that I haven’t experienced in some time. That is a product without the immediate need for a firmware update prior to use. Wow, that alone is particularly impressive. Amazon claims battery life of up to 5 hours of music listening and 4 hours of phone calls. But, those times vary depending upon volume levels, active noise cancellation, etc.
The Echo Buds include 3 different sized tips (Small, Medium, and Large) to help fit nearly anyone’s ear. A unique feature to the Buds’ app is a custom test to ensure you have selected the correct tip size for your ear, thereby ensuring you get the best possible sound and noise cancellation properties from the device. The sound test works extremely well. In addition to the ear tips, Amazon includes a product in the box they refer to as: Wing Tips. The wing tips are a silicone sleeve just like the ear tips, but go around the actual Echo Bud itself making for a “grippier” surface in your ear. This helps to prevent the Bud from falling out during exercise or if sweaty. Though, it feels quite odd at first, the Wing Tips really do work well and make the Buds much more secure during workouts. Well done!
The main attraction to the Echo Buds, as opposed to other products on the market, is the inclusion of the Amazon Alexa assistant that is built into their functionality. Microphones built into the Buds not only work for answering phone calls, but with the Alexa app running on your phone, allow you to speak to your digital assistant anytime you say her name. I find this much handier than my other home-based Echo products. It’s much more intuitive to add stuff to your shopping list, ask Alexa to play music, make a call, etc. If Alexa is not your choice of virtual assistants, Amazon wisely allows your Buds to be able to access either Siri or the Google Assistant, should you so choose.
Audio quality is very good with these new 2nd generation Echo Buds. While I don’t find the audio quality as good as I do with my Jabra ear buds, the Echo Buds still have very good audio quality. Whether I’ve used them for music, movies, or phone calls, I have not found a situation where the Buds don’t produce clear and intelligible audio. The Echo Buds are manufactured with 3 microphones built into each ear bud and they do a great job of picking up audio for calls, but also at detecting the Alexa wake word. In quiet environments, you don’t have to speak much above a whisper to active Alexa.
I must also give a shout out to Amazon’s implementation of their Active Noise Cancellation. The ANC works extremely well, better than most ear buds, some at even much higher price tags. The Echo Buds can nearly eliminate the noise from the fan on my nightstand in a completely quiet bedroom. This is something that most all my other ear buds or actual headphones struggle with. The Echo Buds handle the cancellation superbly.
NEGATIVES
I haven’t found a lot to dislike about the Echo Buds, but there are some areas where I think they could be improved upon, some I’m sure would be as easy as a firmware update.
First – Noise Floor. While the Echo Buds do a very good job at audio reproduction, there is quite a bit of noise during quiet passages in movies and music. While not a deal breaker by any means, I do notice that ever so slight hint of hiss in quiet environments. Something not present in my Jabra’s. To be fair to Amazon, this is nearly inaudible in most environments, but when it is quiet time, you can hear it. However, I think it could be remedied with a simple firmware update.
Second – Bass Response. While not totally lacking in this department, it isn’t the most bass heavy of ear buds. You do get some bass response from the 5.7mm drivers, but it won’t leave your jaw dropping. Again, this isn’t a deal breaker and should I not have ear buds from different manufacturers, I would probably not have given it a second thought. However, similar products from other manufacturers do give a fuller, more dynamic response.
Lastly – Privacy. If you are concerned about your privacy and what Amazon hears and retains, this may not the product for you. Amazon states they do not sell your private information and supposedly does not record any information until you say the magic Alexa word. Amazon allows you to mute the microphones in the Alexa app should you want total privacy and the app also allows you to view, hear, and delete any recordings.
CONCLUSIONS
At the end of the day, these are a very good set of ear buds at an attractive price. The audio quality is very good whether it be for music, movies, or phone calls. The Echo Buds are light weight, and the inclusion of different sized tips ensure they are comfortable and appealing to a wide range of people. In addition to the audio quality, the addition of the Amazon digital assistant is just an added win for the users already invested in the Amazon ecosystem.
As much as I like the audio quality and performance of the Echo Buds, there are rivals out there that have better audio and call quality. While some are much more expensive, some are similarly priced. Like I mentioned earlier, should you not have the option to hear them back-to-back with a competitors’ product, the difference is minimal enough that you would be hard pressed to notice.
I give the Echo Buds a solid 4 stars. Anyone that is looking for a good set of ear buds at a reasonable price and already invested in the Amazon ecosystem, these would be a no-brainer. Though other products do a better job at being a true ear bud, none I’ve found offer the convenience of the Echo Buds with Alexa built-in. Recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Touch controls
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Better than expected
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These are my first pair of "true wireless" earbuds, and really haven't kept up with what features are standard on most earbuds, but I'm really not disappointed with these.
The case feels really nice in the hand, has USB-C for charging in the back, plus a button to enable pairing mode. It snaps closed magnetically in a satisfying way, and stays closed. Only minor annoyance here, is it's more than happy to close, even if you intended to keep it open, for pairing purposes, which is a bit annoying. Otherwise, has a small status light on the front, then two status lights inside for each earbud to show charge status,
Earbuds are magnetically held in place, and are easy to take out. They come with medium ear tips installed, but also included in the box are Small, Large and X-Large. Part of the setup process walks you through helping to choose the right ear tip size, by playing a tone in each ear. I'm guessing it's using the mics on the earbuds to detect sound leaking out. A good fit/seal will mean better noise cancelling I presume. I kept medium. These earbuds probably won't win any awards for comfort, but I'd likely say they're at least average. Personally, if I'm looking for comfort in headphones, earbuds aren't what I go with. But these are good enough for being earbuds.
The earbuds also come with optional silicon "wings" that fit over the earbuds, and when put on, you are supposed to tuck the "wing" under a ridge in your ear to help hold it in place. I tried it, and didn't find it terribly comfortable, so took them off. So far haven't needed them anyway. But, if you have issues with earbuds falling out, maybe this will help.
One thing annoying with fitting the earbuds in your ear, is they have touch controls, which are rather sensitive. It doesn't do anything during setup, since you're not playing any music yet, but it still plays a tone everytime you trigger the touch actions. Once I got them setup, the touch controls were just "ok". I don't think I like the sensation of literally drumming on my eardrum to play/pause or skip tracks. Also, while the earbuds are sensitive to touch, they are slow to react. Meaning, touch then wait a half second for the tone signaling it recognized the touch, then another half second after that for it to take action. Hopefully this is fixed in a future firmware update.
Similarly, triggering "Alexa" works just as well as triggering it at home, but again still slow to react. I say "Alexa" and it takes a half second for me to hear the tone that it's now listening.
The noise cancelling works well, better than I expected from earbuds. I suspect any sounds you hear from the outside are sounds that just leak in from around the earbuds and your head, and not because of any lack of effort from the earbuds. If you're looking for ANC, I don't think you'll be disappointed on this front.
Sound quality I also found to be better than expected. They're not booming, but they're also not too sharp and bright. Though sometimes the sound sounded a bit anemic, other times it sounds nice, full and satisfying. I tweaked the bass and mid sliders in the Alexa app to try and help this out a bit.
The Alexa app shows you the charge levels and lets you change settings, such as what the touch actions do (single, double, or triple tap), and also lets you adjust the treble, mids, and bass. The sliders don't have a significant effect on the sound, but it's good enough. The app also lets you configure a "sidetone" (the ability to hear your own voice) while on a call, which is a nice addition, but I rarely talk on the phone so haven't tried it.
The app also lets you track fitness, which is a thing Amazon is trying to get into. I didn't get to try it out, but it will let you check your pace and distance, etc... all by voice, which I think is kind of cool. Next time I'm out I'll certainly be giving it a try.
Overall, I'm very happy with these.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Just so so
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
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Not fond of these. They wouldn’t connect and when they did would drop out. Sound was T as good as Apple.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Fit, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Alexa in your ear with great sound
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Amazon continues to amaze.... I was apprehensive about these ear buds initially, but after connecting them and going thru the setup I was simply amazed.
First off, connecting was simple and straight forward. I didn't have any loss of signal or connection issues as of yet. I have worn them for hours straight without issue. I was even able to walk away from my phone and walk outside for a brief moment at least 30 - 40 feet away and was able to keep a strong signal.
Provided are several different size ear tips to get the most comfortable and secure fit. There are also wing tips to enhance the secure fit and sound cancelling. The buds are not an overbearing size and are pretty discreet when worn (for ear buds). They are very comfortable and I was able to wear them for a couple hours without getting ear fatigue.
Now the Alexa app is kind of gimmicky for me with the equalizer and all that even though it does change the sound slightly. But having Alexa in my ear was kind of nice as long as no one close to me would say "Alexa". These ear buds pick up on the wake word very easily. I was able to ask Alexa many things and I would get an immediate and accurate response. You are able to turn off the mic in the app so Alexa will not become annoying.
The sound is great... Keep in mind these are ear buds and not your audiophile type buds. The noise cancelling is very impressive. The pass through is even more impressive to me. I was able to wear both ear buds while listening to a streaming video and still have a conversation with a nearby friend without looking crazy and asking "what did you say?". With the ANC active, all ambient sounds are blocked from your hearing very well and you get the full sound from the ear buds as long as you get the right fit from the ear tips.
Battery life was a little worry for me. With the ANC active, battery life was drained very quickly. From a full charge I lost 10% within just 10 minutes or less. But there is a power save option which helps with that a lot. And to be honest, I think I actually like the power save function on all the time anyways because the sound is better to me. It is more like a voice enhancement feature and blocks ambient noise while allowing you to hear voice better and the sound produced from music or phone calls.
The case is nice. Typical battery charge case that provides hours more of enjoyment from the buds. It is not too big or too small. The buds fit perfectly with the magnetic secure feature. The top secures very well and provides the proper protection for the ear buds.
Lastly, there is a "Find me" feature if you should lose an ear bud in the app. It does not show the exact location on the map and does not have very long range at all. But if you are within bluetooth range of the ear buds it produce a chime for you to search the area and try and find the lost ear bud.
For the price and power packed features of these Amazon ear buds, it is well worth it. I have yet to have any issues and they have become some of my favorite buds to wear when working or watching the kids due to the ability to listen to my streams discreetly and still be alert to my surroundings. Best feature by far next to Alexa in your ear.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Fit, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
comfortable
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I am not a fan for using air buds myself. I find that they just don’t fit one of my ears and seem to always want to fall out. I usually prefer either headsets, or if I do get air buds, I like the ones that also go wrap around the air (like hearing aids). But I have to say these are pretty good. I don’t go running, so I am not sure how they handle that. I wear them when I am on my bus going to work, home from work which is about a 45 min ride. and I will wear them at work when I can and on my lunch break.
So far, I have not had any issues with them falling out. I have another pair that is a bit more in price and I am always adjusting those in my ears as they tend to start to fall out. These come with a good selection of sizes to select as well as rubber pieces to help them fit to your needs.
For the price range they feel pretty good. sound is pretty good and the noise cancelling works pretty good. If you have no sound playing, and activate the noise cancelling you can hear everything silent out. I also enjoy the pass thru. You can select different levels that determines how loud the pass thru is. When someone needs to talk, I can easily hear them without having to take the air buds out.
I like how the case is magnetic so when you place the buds back in, they snap into place. it also has a battery so it will charge them up. I do tend to find that the case is a bit awkward for me though. As I use it, I tend to constantly shut it. Like I will go to reach and grab an air bud out and as I am doing so, I close the case.
Overall, they work great. If you get the amazon app and set up, you can use voice commands as well. I personally just like to touch or use my phone or watch to control things.
I do recommend these if you are looking for decent noise cancelling air buds.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very good earbuds, but not perfect
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The unpacking experience and setup of my new Amazon Echo Buds was flawless. The instructions were very easy to understand and merely required me to open the Buds case (which was pre-charged, as were the Buds themselves), and then open the Amazon Alexa iPhone app (which I previously installed for Echo and other home automation purposes). The app immediately identified the Buds and established a connection. In less than 3 minutes the Buds were functioning.
The app then walked me through testing the Buds’ ear tips fit. I’m not certain how this worked, but I presume it may have been some sort of sound leak detection because during the test I heard a faint high-pitched sound. In any case, it was impressive because the test detected that I had only a fair rating with the medium size tips, so I replaced them with the included large (other sizes are in the box too) tips. After retesting the app scored a good rating. More important, the feel in my ears was great… not obtrusive yet secure in terms of the Buds not falling out of my ears.
My first sound quality test involved using both Spotify and Apple Music, using a variety of different music. The Buds sound quality is very good and may have better bass response than my other earbuds. Also, the noise cancelation function works well and notably isn’t accompanied by as much hiss sound as I’ve experienced with other earbuds’ noise cancelation.
Next, I tested phone call quality. On my end, the conversation sounded clear and as good or better than my other earbuds. People on the other end of calls told me that my voice sounded a bit distant, but otherwise good. However, when I began walking I heard a thumping sound with each step. I’ve tried to figure out how to minimize this, but so far no luck.
Calling/using Alex works great with the Buds. As is the case with traditional wired Echo devices, I simply said “Alexa…” and the command response worked perfectly. Also, I was impressed that when I call Alexa while wearing the Buds, other nearby Echo devices ignored my request, deferring to the Buds.
Overall, the Echo Buds 2 are very good, and certainly worth the approximately $100 price. There may be better earbuds available, but they cost more, and they don’t integrate with Alexa.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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They work great. No complaints at all. They are easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Fit, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent sound quality and comfort with good app
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This is my first set of Amazon anything speakers. I have to say I was quite surprised for the sound quality that these put out. The app and setup process was very easy. The app even has an ear tip fit test for best comfort and sound. (The buds come with multiple tips) It also links you to your Amazon account.
One of the most important things to me being an audiofile is the fact that the app comes with personalization and eq settings allowing you to set bass and treble as you see fit in regards to your specific listening preferences.
It also has a cool find me setting in case you lose or misplace your buds. It uses bluetooh 5.0 and is splash proof. It does have active noise cancellation but I feel like it didn't do that great of a job with people talking close to me..
Comes with pretty generic wireless charging case. Wireless type C which is a plus and does have indicator lights to let you know the status and how it is charge wise.
Overall I'd recommend these to others .. very comfortable and sound was pretty good too
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Bass
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Pair of Ear Buds
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These earbuds are a good value. They were easy to setup via the Alexa app on my phone. Using the app to test the fit in my ear was pretty awesome. I have owned many earbuds and this is the first time I got a fit test. The sound quality is ok, but lacks bass. The equalizer in the app can help you to improve the sound. The small soze of the case is great because it fits easily in my pocket.