Google Pixel Buds / Pixel Buds 2 (2020)

35 reviews

Dec, 2024

Positive
design (19)
sound (18)
comfort (14)
durability (9)
usability (6)

Negative
noise isolation (11)
price (6)
soundstage (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 reviews of Google Pixel Buds / Pixel Buds 2 (2020). The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People really like the usability and durability. The comfort and design also get good comments. There are some mixed reviews about the bass quality. Some have doubts about the soundstage and price.

sound, design, comfort, durability, usability

noise isolation, price, soundstage

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Google Pixel Buds / Pixel Buds 2 (2020) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Nick Woodard (digitaltrends.com)

Google Pixel Buds 2 review: New design, better sound

Google's second-generation Pixel Buds, the company's first true wireless product, have tons of features built-in and a reimagined design for a more secure fit.

Streamlined setup ; Attractive look ; Excellent voice integration ; Useful features

Average battery life ; No noise cancellation technology

May, 2020

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Google Pixel Buds review (2020): Truly smart earbuds

Google's updated Pixel Buds are a revelation compared to the previous model. Not only are they true wireless now, but the smart features are reliable, the touch controls are easy to master and comfort is top-notch. Battery life is on par with Apple's...

Very comfortable ; Reliable touch controls ; Solid audio ; Affordable price ; Improved Assistant performance

Adaptive Sound is a work-in-progress ; No ANC ; Battery life ; No audio customization

Apr, 2020

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Expert review by : Chris Welch (theverge.com)

Google Pixel Buds review: second time’s the charm

Improved in almost every way, but connection stability is a problem.

Much-improved design ; Wireless charging ; Hands-free Google Assistant ; Easy pairing on Android phones

Connection stability concerns ; Stabilizer arc can cause discomfort after extended listening ; Average battery life ; Vented design lets in a fair amount of outside noise

Google’s new Pixel Buds are greatly improved over the original version. They’re now truly wireless, have better sound quality, and let you use hands-free Google Assistant voice commands.

Aug, 2020

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Expert review by (cnet.com)

After underwhelming with its original Pixel Buds, Google's new true wireless earbuds stack up well against the competition, with a comfortable fit and

After underwhelming with its original Pixel Buds, Google's new true wireless earbuds stack up well against the competition, with a comfortable fit and strong performance.

Aug, 2020

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Expert review by : Parker Hall (wired.com)

Review: Google Pixel Buds (2020)

It's taken Google a surprisingly long time to make good earbuds. The original Pixel Buds from 2018 were a bulky, mushroom-shaped mess that made you look like Frankenstein's monster. The charging case was huge, the sound was middling, and when you...

Light and comfortable. Awesome sound. Sweatproof. Amazing integration with Android, including hands-free access to Google Assistant and fast pairing. Supports wireless charging.

Only five hours of battery life outside the case. Expensive.

I like the Pixel Buds for a different reason. One that’s not really quantifiable when looking at a spec sheet. These are made for the traditional AirPod buyer: someone who wants a pair of headphones that work exactly as expected, every time you use...

May, 2020

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Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

Google Pixel Buds (2020) Review

Comfortable ; Quick access to Google Assistant ; Long range

Background hiss in audio ; Occasional sound cutouts ; No EQ

The true wireless Pixel Buds make it easy to call up Google Assistant, but audio quality isn't their strong suit.

Apr, 2020

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Expert review by : Sherri L. Smith (laptopmag.com)

Google Pixel Buds (2020) Review

The Google Pixel Buds 2 finally live up to the hype

Rich, precise audio ; Stylish, durable and comfortable design ; Affordable ; Seamless translation technology

Lacks active noise cancelation ; Volume is a bit quiet ; No equalizer

The Google Pixel Buds 2 offer style, durability and great audio in an inexpensive, streamlined package.

Apr, 2020

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Expert review by : Jake Thauvette (rtings.com)

Google Pixel Buds 2020 Truly Wireless Review

The Google Pixel Buds 2020 Truly Wireless are the successor to the Google Pixel Buds 2017 Wireless but feature a different truly wireless design. Due to their sl...

Sturdy-feeling IPX4-rated construction. Easy pairing with Android devices. Consistent audio reproduction. Comfortable and stable fit. Microphone helps separate your voice from background noise.

Bad noise isolation. Poor microphone recording quality. Closed-off soundstage. Unremarkable single-charge battery life. App has few sound customization options.

The Google Pixel Buds 2020 are decent truly wireless headphones for neutral sound. They have a well-balanced sound profile that should suit most genres, though their underemphasized low-bass range may bother fans of genres like EDM or hip-hop....

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Eugene Jeong (phonearena.com)

Google Pixel Buds Review

Google's first-gen Pixel Buds had a lot of strengths, but the wired neckband design was too dated and too niche to really catch on. Now, three years later, the Android maker is back with its first set of true-wireless earbuds, new software tricks and...

Comfortable, secure design Great charging case Strong connection and range Great sound and call quality Excellent controls and Google integration Good combined battery life

Lack of ambient mode

May, 2020

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Expert review by : Parker Ortolani (9to5mac.com)

Review: Google’s Pixel Buds A-Series are an excellent value at $99, but should you use them with an iPhone?

Using the Google Pixel Buds A-Series with the iPhone has been a better experience than I expected, but it's not as good as using AirPods. That should be expected given the fact that they are made by Apple's biggest competitor. But Google's Pixel Buds A...

Jul, 2021