Small light and comfortable Echo Buds are designed to feel great and sound even better no matter what you're listening to. Active noise cancellation limits background noise while Passthrough Mode lets you hear what's going on around you. Enjoy up to 5 hours of music playback on a single charge and get hands-free access to Alexano tapping required.
Small light and comfortable Echo Buds are designed to feel great and sound even better no matter what you're listening to. Active noise cancellation limits background noise while Passthrough Mode lets you hear what's going on around you. Enjoy up to 5 hours of music playback on a single charge and get hands-free access to Alexano tapping required.
Small light and comfortable Echo Buds are designed to feel great and sound even better no matter what you're listening to. Active noise cancellation limits background noise while Passthrough Mode lets you hear what's going on around you. Enjoy up to 5 hours of music playback on a single charge and get hands-free access to Alexano tapping required.
Small light and comfortable Echo Buds are designed to feel great and sound even better no matter what you're listening to. Active noise cancellation limits background noise while Passthrough Mode lets you hear what's going on around you. Enjoy up to 5 hours of music playback on a single charge and get hands-free access to Alexano tapping required.
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
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Amazon Echo Buds (Gen 2) has more improved compact design compared to its previous gen and has similar external case design as airpods pro. It has improved active noise cancelling(ANC) instead of active noise reduction in Gen1, but not that great compared to Sony or airpods pro. This new gen now has USB- C instead of Micro USB for charging(gen1) and has a wireless charging case option for an additional $20. Comes in 2 colors (black and white).The new size and shape fit well compared to the previous gen that were large. Pairing and setup were easy with Alexa app.Sound quality is good but not great compared to airpods pro but on par with the competition of earbuds on this price range and perform well. Each bud has 3 microphones and sidetone feature that allows ... MoreAmazon Echo Buds (Gen 2) has more improved compact design compared to its previous gen and has similar external case design as airpods pro. It has improved active noise cancelling(ANC) instead of active noise reduction in Gen1, but not that great compared to Sony or airpods pro. This new gen now has USB- C instead of Micro USB for charging(gen1) and has a wireless charging case option for an additional $20. Comes in 2 colors (black and white).The new size and shape fit well compared to the previous gen that were large. Pairing and setup were easy with Alexa app.Sound quality is good but not great compared to airpods pro but on par with the competition of earbuds on this price range and perform well. Each bud has 3 microphones and sidetone feature that allows to hear your voice inside the earbuds which greatly eliminate the need of shouting when talking on calls.Passthrough mode is better and works well and can be toggled between noise canceling and passthrough mode by just taping and holding the either bud by programing on the app. A Single tap on the bud plays or pauses music, double tap tracks forward and triple tap tracks backward on music. All these can be programed in the app.Volume adjusted can also be programed to raise or lowered with touch controls or by using Alexa wake word. Just say “Alexa lower the volume or raise the volume”.Battery life is good and has 15 hours with the charging case and 5 hours of music per charge on each earbuds. A 15-min quick charge via the USB-C connection will get 2 hours of battery life.Pros: Good fit, comfortable, audio quality, solid battery life, good microphone, Alexa assistant.Cons: ANC not very impressive.Overall, it’s a budget friendly earbud with good design, audio quality, ANC and built in Alexa assistant with the optional wireless charging case.
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The Amazon Echo Buds are decent sounding wireless earphones, with some nice features. The box includes everything you need to get up and running, except for a wall plug. But let’s face it, very few devices now days come with a cable and wall plug. The box comes with plenty of different sizes of ear tips, 4 to be exact and it also includes 3 different sized wing covers. The wing covers provide extra comfort, as well as providing a more secure fit. Lastly, there is a USB-C to USB charging cable.The Buds are light weight, so this makes them comfortable to wear, especially for longer periods of listening time. They also fit nicely inside my ear, and with plenty of sizing options, I was able to find the right size. The Charging case is average size for wireless ... MoreThe Amazon Echo Buds are decent sounding wireless earphones, with some nice features. The box includes everything you need to get up and running, except for a wall plug. But let’s face it, very few devices now days come with a cable and wall plug. The box comes with plenty of different sizes of ear tips, 4 to be exact and it also includes 3 different sized wing covers. The wing covers provide extra comfort, as well as providing a more secure fit. Lastly, there is a USB-C to USB charging cable.The Buds are light weight, so this makes them comfortable to wear, especially for longer periods of listening time. They also fit nicely inside my ear, and with plenty of sizing options, I was able to find the right size. The Charging case is average size for wireless earbuds, and it’s easy to see where the buds fit in. There is also 1 small LED light by each bud to know if you have them seated in the case correctly. The buds are touch sensitive on the ends of each tip, which you can customize what each ear does in the Amazon app. I did have several occasions where my touch wouldn’t register on the buds, or if it did there was a long delay.The amazon app is where you can get full control and use out of the Echo Buds. From the app you can, register them to your account, use the voice assist Alexa, customize the touch controls, and even customize the equalizer. The buds have 2 listening modes: Active noise cancelling and Passive. The active noise canceling is nice for mid tear pods, it does a good job at blocking out ambient noise making it easier to hear music or calls with any distractions. The passive or pass-through function is okay, it could be tuned a little better as I don’t really hear much of the environment that well.The most important part is the sound, which is on point with the Echo buds. I really am impressed with the sound quality. I’m not saying that they’re the best buds I’ve heard, but I will say that they do offer a good range of highs and lows. The buds pack some powerful base especially for their size, and good lows. Voices are heard clear, and it’s easy to understand.Overall, I think these are a decent pair of active noise cancelling earbuds. The one small complaint I do have is the touch controls do work that well, and when they do work, there is a long delay before anything happens. The pass through could also use some tweaks as well. They do sound good though and offer Alexa support. They can also run for about 5hrs (give or take on the settings you use). I would recommend these to anyone looking for a decent pair of ear buds.
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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 ... MoreAs 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.
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
Free delivery
Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) True Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Cancellation Earbuds - Black
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Amazon Echo Buds (Gen 2) has more improved compact design compared to its previous gen and has similar external case design as airpods pro. It has improved active noise cancelling(ANC) instead of active noise reduction in Gen1, but not that great compared to Sony or airpods pro. This new gen now has USB- C instead of Micro USB for charging(gen1) and has a wireless charging case option for an additional $20. Comes in 2 colors (black and white).The new size and shape fit well compared to the previous gen that were large. Pairing and setup were easy with Alexa app.Sound quality is good but not great compared to airpods pro but on par with the competition of earbuds on this price range and perform well. Each bud has 3 microphones and sidetone feature that allows ... MoreAmazon Echo Buds (Gen 2) has more improved compact design compared to its previous gen and has similar external case design as airpods pro. It has improved active noise cancelling(ANC) instead of active noise reduction in Gen1, but not that great compared to Sony or airpods pro. This new gen now has USB- C instead of Micro USB for charging(gen1) and has a wireless charging case option for an additional $20. Comes in 2 colors (black and white).The new size and shape fit well compared to the previous gen that were large. Pairing and setup were easy with Alexa app.Sound quality is good but not great compared to airpods pro but on par with the competition of earbuds on this price range and perform well. Each bud has 3 microphones and sidetone feature that allows to hear your voice inside the earbuds which greatly eliminate the need of shouting when talking on calls.Passthrough mode is better and works well and can be toggled between noise canceling and passthrough mode by just taping and holding the either bud by programing on the app. A Single tap on the bud plays or pauses music, double tap tracks forward and triple tap tracks backward on music. All these can be programed in the app.Volume adjusted can also be programed to raise or lowered with touch controls or by using Alexa wake word. Just say “Alexa lower the volume or raise the volume”.Battery life is good and has 15 hours with the charging case and 5 hours of music per charge on each earbuds. A 15-min quick charge via the USB-C connection will get 2 hours of battery life.Pros: Good fit, comfortable, audio quality, solid battery life, good microphone, Alexa assistant.Cons: ANC not very impressive.Overall, it’s a budget friendly earbud with good design, audio quality, ANC and built in Alexa assistant with the optional wireless charging case.
The Amazon Echo Buds are decent sounding wireless earphones, with some nice features. The box includes everything you need to get up and running, except for a wall plug. But let’s face it, very few devices now days come with a cable and wall plug. The box comes with plenty of different sizes of ear tips, 4 to be exact and it also includes 3 different sized wing covers. The wing covers provide extra comfort, as well as providing a more secure fit. Lastly, there is a USB-C to USB charging cable.The Buds are light weight, so this makes them comfortable to wear, especially for longer periods of listening time. They also fit nicely inside my ear, and with plenty of sizing options, I was able to find the right size. The Charging case is average size for wireless ... MoreThe Amazon Echo Buds are decent sounding wireless earphones, with some nice features. The box includes everything you need to get up and running, except for a wall plug. But let’s face it, very few devices now days come with a cable and wall plug. The box comes with plenty of different sizes of ear tips, 4 to be exact and it also includes 3 different sized wing covers. The wing covers provide extra comfort, as well as providing a more secure fit. Lastly, there is a USB-C to USB charging cable.The Buds are light weight, so this makes them comfortable to wear, especially for longer periods of listening time. They also fit nicely inside my ear, and with plenty of sizing options, I was able to find the right size. The Charging case is average size for wireless earbuds, and it’s easy to see where the buds fit in. There is also 1 small LED light by each bud to know if you have them seated in the case correctly. The buds are touch sensitive on the ends of each tip, which you can customize what each ear does in the Amazon app. I did have several occasions where my touch wouldn’t register on the buds, or if it did there was a long delay.The amazon app is where you can get full control and use out of the Echo Buds. From the app you can, register them to your account, use the voice assist Alexa, customize the touch controls, and even customize the equalizer. The buds have 2 listening modes: Active noise cancelling and Passive. The active noise canceling is nice for mid tear pods, it does a good job at blocking out ambient noise making it easier to hear music or calls with any distractions. The passive or pass-through function is okay, it could be tuned a little better as I don’t really hear much of the environment that well.The most important part is the sound, which is on point with the Echo buds. I really am impressed with the sound quality. I’m not saying that they’re the best buds I’ve heard, but I will say that they do offer a good range of highs and lows. The buds pack some powerful base especially for their size, and good lows. Voices are heard clear, and it’s easy to understand.Overall, I think these are a decent pair of active noise cancelling earbuds. The one small complaint I do have is the touch controls do work that well, and when they do work, there is a long delay before anything happens. The pass through could also use some tweaks as well. They do sound good though and offer Alexa support. They can also run for about 5hrs (give or take on the settings you use). I would recommend these to anyone looking for a decent pair of ear buds.
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 ... MoreAs 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 just picked up these new 2nd gen Amazon Echo Buds, and I am fairly impressed so far. The earbuds are true wireless and are capable of active noise canceling or passthrough mode. These earbuds claim to be sweat-resistant, and I believe them thus far, as I have had no issues even when running in the rain. I love how these buds connect to Alexa with ease, and you can just say the magic wake word “Alexa” and she is there to assist. Setting up the Echo Buds was a breeze. I already had the Alexa app, but once you open the earbud case, and the app, my phone instantly recognized the new device, and pairing the buds with my phone took seconds. So, the set-up was simple. Fitment is great, as these buds come with a fit kit that includes four different size rubber earpieces ... MoreI just picked up these new 2nd gen Amazon Echo Buds, and I am fairly impressed so far. The earbuds are true wireless and are capable of active noise canceling or passthrough mode. These earbuds claim to be sweat-resistant, and I believe them thus far, as I have had no issues even when running in the rain. I love how these buds connect to Alexa with ease, and you can just say the magic wake word “Alexa” and she is there to assist. Setting up the Echo Buds was a breeze. I already had the Alexa app, but once you open the earbud case, and the app, my phone instantly recognized the new device, and pairing the buds with my phone took seconds. So, the set-up was simple. Fitment is great, as these buds come with a fit kit that includes four different size rubber earpieces and three different size rubber wings. After you get those buds feeling just right, the app has a fitment test to ensure you are getting the most secure fit that will ensure the best sound.The case is a great size, small enough to put in your pocket, but not too small where it can become lost easily. Speaking of getting lost, the Alexa app lets you find your buds if they were to go missing, with a map and directions on how to get to their location. The sound quality is pretty good, not the best earbuds I have ever used, and definitely not the worst, these are right in the middle. I am glad the app has an equalizer which greatly improved the sound quality. The bud’s connectivity feels very strong, not once did the devices disconnect, or cut in and out, the connection worked flawlessly. I like the size of the buds where they are small and discreet and matte black, and not huge like some other buds out there. Overall, I think these are a decent pair of ANC true wireless earbuds. The sound quality passes for a water-resistant, ANC, and smart earbud that doesn’t break the bank. The fitment of these buds is perfect. The portability and battery life are great. The price point for these buds is on point. I would recommend this pair of earbuds, sure they are good, but I would also look around and see what else is out there.
INITIAL SET-UPSet-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.USEThe 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 ... MoreINITIAL SET-UPSet-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.USEThe 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.NEGATIVESI 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.CONCLUSIONSAt 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.
The Amazon Echo Buds gen 2 headphones are a decent entry into an already saturated wireless earbud market.These look like your average in-ear buds. Black, nondescript, except for a very light Amazon "A to Z" logo on the earbud that you have to really look to see.For me, the fit is just OK. There are a number of fit options, including four different sizes of ear canal tips, as well as what they call "wingtips" which fit over the earbud and attempt to keep the earbud from falling out. I tried three different sizes of the tips and used the ear tip fitment test in the Alexa app to get the top fitment rating of excellent, I was able to get excellent on one ear and good on the other - but overall they seemed pretty stable in my ear and I have not had one come out ... MoreThe Amazon Echo Buds gen 2 headphones are a decent entry into an already saturated wireless earbud market.These look like your average in-ear buds. Black, nondescript, except for a very light Amazon "A to Z" logo on the earbud that you have to really look to see.For me, the fit is just OK. There are a number of fit options, including four different sizes of ear canal tips, as well as what they call "wingtips" which fit over the earbud and attempt to keep the earbud from falling out. I tried three different sizes of the tips and used the ear tip fitment test in the Alexa app to get the top fitment rating of excellent, I was able to get excellent on one ear and good on the other - but overall they seemed pretty stable in my ear and I have not had one come out unexpectedly. I did have to sometimes push them in after a while to get the best sound quality.The sound quality is good - good enough for casual listening. In this price range and with bluetooth audio in general, you aren't buying for audiophile quality. When the eartips are sealed in your ear canal, they deliver the best sound, and as I would walk, talk, chew, etc.. the earbud would slightly move around and not seal in the ear canal as well and I would notice a loss of fidelity, typically in the bass region.Noise cancelling on these is good, but if you're not used to noise cancelling or the noise cancelling level that these headphones use, you may find it a bit uncomfortable at first. When I first put on the headphones and activated noise cancelling, I was met with an uncomfortable pressure-like sensation. It largely went away after turning up the music, but it is still something that takes getting used to. My primary set of buds also has noise cancelling, but apparently the amount, style, or configuration of this noise cancelling is different and gave me that pressure like feeling. Usually after a bit it will go away - so don't give up immediately! I did try these on my recent flight and they did a good job at blocking out most airplane noise in the cabin. Another thing to note, noise cancelling will eat through the battery faster than without it on - so that does subtract from the listening time.We are an Alexa household, which is what made these buds attractive. The headphones are really responsive to the "Alexa" wake word, and what is cool is that if I am in an area of our home with Alexa coverage (which is basically everywhere), I will hear the headphones make the response tone, as well as the Echo device that covers that area, but the Alexa platform is smart enough to take commands from the headphones and ignore the command that came through the Echo device. With that being said, it takes a bit of getting used to - if I'm in my office with the buds on and say "Turn on the lights" - nothing happens. Without the buds, the office Echo show is associated with that room and turns on the office lights - so the buds are not room/group aware and you will need to get specific with your Alexa voice commands to control your smart home.These do require the Alexa app to set up, and as such the Alexa app wants a ton of privileges on your device like access to your location, use the mic, etc.. For someone who just wants a set of decent buds, I can see where this would raise a brow - "Why do I need to give location and mic privileges to an app just to use these headphones?" but such is life in the smart connected device world. If this is a show stopper issue for you, you may want to look at buds without a voice assistant built in. Setup was fairly straightforward - open the Alexa app, add a device, open your buds, and in a few seconds they show up on screen and you click the name to pair. You are then walked through some basic instructions and the ear tip fitment test. Overall, the setup experience is good and easy enough for even the most tech un-savvy to follow along with.One downside I found of the reliance on the Echo app is that some features like getting battery status and changing noise cancelling modes on the earbuds via the phone is done via the Alexa app. Unfortunately, when I was on the plane and did not buy the in-flight wi-fi I was not able to interact with the earbuds via the app because the app refused to function without connection to the Alexa services via the Internet. You can still activate and de-activate noise cancelling via pressing the side of the earbuds, but this is kind of a miss. An update to the app to allow interaction with the buds when not connected would be a welcome addition.Charging the buds is done by placing them back in their case. The case is nice and small, so it fits well in your pocket. It does charge via USB-C, so if you haven't made the switch to USB-C, this will be another cable you're carrying around. There's also a wireless charging case version available for a slightly higher price, so if you're a Qi charging person, that may be for you as well.Overall, these buds get the job done. If you're not in the Alexa ecosystem already, I'd probably look at other options - but if you are an Alexa user - this is a great way to take Alexa on the go as well as get good sound from noise cancelling buds.
The Amazon Echo Buds 2nd generation are really good if you need a pair of light weight wireless noise canceling ear buds but they are really great for the price as well as the bonus of Alexa built-in. If you already use Alexa then these are a no-brainer. They are more comfortable in my ears and in my wife's ears than other more expensive ear buds when wearing them for a longer time. The sound quality is probably not as good as the top competitors but the bass is pronounced and the sound is still good. The tap-ability of these ear buds are good when changing songs or changing from noise cancelling to passthrough mode. If you don't like tapping then you can always ask Alexa to stop, play, skip the song or go back or change from noise cancelling to passthrough modes ... MoreThe Amazon Echo Buds 2nd generation are really good if you need a pair of light weight wireless noise canceling ear buds but they are really great for the price as well as the bonus of Alexa built-in. If you already use Alexa then these are a no-brainer. They are more comfortable in my ears and in my wife's ears than other more expensive ear buds when wearing them for a longer time. The sound quality is probably not as good as the top competitors but the bass is pronounced and the sound is still good. The tap-ability of these ear buds are good when changing songs or changing from noise cancelling to passthrough mode. If you don't like tapping then you can always ask Alexa to stop, play, skip the song or go back or change from noise cancelling to passthrough modes and back. You can also ask Alexa to add items to your shopping list, turn the lights on and unlock the door when you are getting close to the house at night or early in the morning when exercising or you can use any other commands you have setup with the Alexa app. The app also shows you the battery and noise cancelling status. The charging case is a good small size that fits in your pocket easily and it keeps the buds charged for a long time. The USB-C port and cable are a nice upgrade which will go into the port either way and gone is the micro-USB port that sometimes is frustrating to connect. I am impressed with the connect-ability with my iPhone and Apple TV. I have connected it to multiple iPhones and Apple TV and there is no problem switching from one to the other. Nice!
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 ... MoreThis 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. WouldI 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.
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 ... MoreThe 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.
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 ... MoreThe 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.
| MPN/VPN | ‎P6WE58 |
| Compatibility | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Yes, V5.0 |
