6 Reasons the Google Pixel Buds 2a Totally Failed Me

Finding a good set of wireless earbuds to partner with your smartphone is not exactly the easiest thing. There are so many options out there; it really had some expectations from my end with the coming of the Google Pixel Buds 2a. However, my experience tells me that those are just not "perfect" for me; here are six key reasons.

The Battery Life of Google Pixel Buds 2a Is A Tad Underwhelming

According to specs, the battery life of the Google Pixel Buds 2a is quite decent, but I found that in day-to-day usage, alongside streaming songs for long intervals, the battery dies out pretty quickly. This isn't much of an advantage for someone relying on battery life for long working hours.

Comfort levels: Some Swear by It; Others Just Don't

While design-wise, these are about the most comfortable earbuds, I have had mild discomfort after prolonged wear. The fit may not be perfect for some folks with slightly larger or smaller ear sizes.

Noise Cancellation: Too little, Too Rare

Almost no active noise cancelling can be found on the Google Pixel Buds 2a, with hardly any alternatives offering a much greater option. The background din of an overwhelming city or public place is rather annoying.

Controls: Limitations All Around

Absence of volume options or any form of customisation dampens the user experience even further. Touch controls are simplistic yet limited in terms of offered features: playing/pausing the sound and skipping tracks.

Retention in the Ears

Poor in some scenarios
Due to their weight, Pixel Buds 2a are absolutely light and somewhat flimsy-in certain scenarios, like exercising and running, they can fall off quite disrespectfully.

The Pricing: And How Much Value You Actually Get

They aren't the cheapest, but in terms of performance on the drawing board compared to the several other brands on offer at that price range, one could safely conclude that they aren't the greatest in value.

Conclusion

The Pixel Buds 2a may be a choice of emphasis for a few users based on their particular features; as for me, and in my personal experience, they did not work well for me. This means those who want a very durable battery life and good fit with tons of features should check out something else.