Google Pixel Buds A-Series ($99) vs. Pixel Buds ($179)

[@JSLReview]

Which do you choose - the Pixel Buds A-Series or the Beats Studio Buds??

[@VarunBanka18]

option c - nothing ear 1

[@nighthawk0490]

If you can get a $120-130 pp go for the 2020 version. You get wireless charging, slightly higher build quality, and touch controls with volume swipes.

[@kachams]

Galaxy buds plus

[@truville320]

Firmware updates changed where you controls are on earbuds

[@BuckNaked2k]

A Series - free with early purchase of Pixel 6 or P6 Pro.

[@jdanisse]

I've had the A-series for about a month and they're great. I do a lot of podcasts and audio books, and some old-fashioned phone talking. They are comfortable, useful, and easy to use.

[@loganteodoro2885]

How is the audio quality for phone calls

[@jdanisse]

@Bryan Nieto Still going.

[@truville320]

Best earbuds! Got mine today

[@Cleisthenes607]

How does the A series handle car noise on the road as you're walking?

[@jdanisse]

@@Cleisthenes607 You can hear outside sound when you're walking down the street. I don't think they're meant to be noise canceling or reducing. And my pair is still doing well after a year!

[@IbraheemMoizoos]

I really enjoy being able to hear my surroundings as well as my music clearly. I just mowed the lawn and could still hear the music perfectly as well as my wife shouting from the deck with the noise of the lawnmower. Only had the volume at about 60%

[@JM-sj2om]

The wife shouting is always a good test when deciding which headphones to go for haha.

[@Cataroux]

I got the premium about 2-3 weeks ago for 129.99 at Walmart. I think the wireless charging feature while not necessary is pretty convenient at times.

[@BloodyfreezeYT]

Great review. I love my pixel buds A-series. It's true that they do not do a great job sound cancelling, however Google's stated that it purposely allows some sound from the outside to come in through the holes for safety purposes. I knew this ahead of time so the end result never bothered me

[@imgettingold9407]

That is their excuse for being cheap.... almost all buds with noise cancelling have a good transparency mode at the 100 dollar price point.

[@Lamski3]

@@imgettingold9407 Which ones would you recommend in this price range that have active noise canceling and transparency mode? I got the pixel A buds with the 6a phone deal but will probably sell them and get something else if there is something better at this price point. Thanks!

[@imgettingold9407]

@@Lamski3 there are a quite a few so i don't know them all... however those that come to mind off the top of my head are the 1more comfobuds pro and the 1more comfobuds mini under 100... the anker soundcore p3 and A2 anc as well come in for under 80 bucks. the soundcore liberty pro 3 also goes on sale on occasion for less than 100 from time to time (priced at 180 normally). And if you do not mind the lack of waterpoof rating there is the samsung buds 2 with all the bells and whistles. There are even some brands without app support but are decent like the earfun free pro 2. Xaoimi and huwei probably have competing budd as well. Google are doing what brsnds like sony do... make a great expensive product then make a far cheaper product and overprice it then market it as a deal.

[@contrast9182]

I have had the pixel buds a series for awhile now and the connectivity issues have been resolved and it's superb. I love the way they look and in my opinion the trade offs from the OG ti the A series is not too much of a loss, I say it's worth it.

[@zart3374]

I have regular pixel buds and keep getting connection issues. I haven't used them in months bc of it how did you fix em

[@coolkenny13]

How is the call quality and the microphone?? Can you describe it

[@mznabi]

I've just ordered mine you don't even know how excited I am

[@bhatts18]

I need a pair just for calling, music is occasional... So please let me know if the mic quality is good in a busy environment... Thank you

[@mznabi]

@@bhatts18 ye it's honestly amazing like I take the London underground a lot and I've made multiple calls on then during rush hour with little to no problems or needs to repeat myself

[@Alanicus1]

I got my Pixel Buds A-series free with my Pixel 6. What a great freebie! Sound really good and definitely the most comfortable ear buds to wear for me. All others (Apple Airpods included) tend to fall out of my ears if I move around - these don't. I hadn't realised there were two different versions and spent a while fruitlessly attempting to wirelessly charge them - doh!

[@martindimov289]

The A-Series is underrated. Before this video I had never heard about them but now I'm actually considering getting them. It is really sad that no one of the biggest tech youtubers talks about them. Thank you for this review. It was great as always!!!

[@imgettingold9407]

There 100 better options with noise cancelling and wireless charging at the price point

[@Mememaxing]

@@imgettingold9407 like?

[@imgettingold9407]

@@Mememaxing Do some research mate... off the top of my head for $99 there is the onemore comfobuds pro and it's mini counterpart if you prefer the smaller size. Even the samsung buds 2 is also retailing for $100 right now. Then there is the soundcore p3 that goes for 80. All have more controlls and eq that are costomizable with the app and better bass along with noise cancelling and ambient mode. There is even the earfun buds and the "i" models of soundcore that go for $60 with better sound and anc/ambient modes. If you look you will find many many better alternatives for that price or less. The A series can only compete with a $40 to $50 buds with this offering.

[@Mememaxing]

@@imgettingold9407 in my contry it's 5000 rupees

[@imgettingold9407]

@@Mememaxing well it definitely makes ALOT more sense at that price.... though you should still keep in mind there are better options with wireless charging, anc and better sound quality at $50.00 - 60.00 on amazon.

[@JSLReview]

Does anyone put the Pixel Buds as their top choice in the crowded earbuds market??

[@RJ_Uploads]

Nope, they have connection issues or at least the 3 pair I bought and returned because they all had the same connection problems.

[@JSLReview]

@@RJ_Uploads Yeah I was worried about that, I personally didn't run into those issues but I know they've been associated with the Pixel Buds

[@cecilereyna]

Me, I love my Pixel Buds 2 (not the A) and have no problems so far. They're the best buds.

[@IbraheemMoizoos]

I researched a lot and tried a few different pairs from a few tech collector friends of mine. The pixel Buds were my favourite. I purchased a pair but the connectivity issues right out of the box forced me to return them. I decided to get the A Series after reading that all of the connectivity issues were fixed in this release and I'm obsessed. They are awesome and the built in Google assistant feature is what puts it over the top for me.

[@cpt_mookie]

For 99$ this is a pretty good set of earbuds. I bought them for 79$ and am pretty stoked about them. Overall a super good purchase.

[@bernieinnyc]

Without a doubt one of the best reviews I have ever seen. Incredible artistic video quality. Jason should be making prime time TV commercials or Hollywood movies! AAA+++

[@JSLReview]

Appreciate the comment and support!

[@SamPattonMusic]

The pair I owned had a major flaw. They didn't work if you put your phone in your pocket. They just cut in and out constantly. When I would go for a walk, I would pop my AirPods in and get some tunes going on my iPhone X, then drop my phone in my back pocket. I never gave it a second thought. I recently switched to a Google Pixel 4a and Pixel Buds A Series. I start on a walk and drop the 4a in my pocket and the Buds just cut in and out constantly. They were unusable with the phone in my pocket. I went through Google support and they heard it on the call and would have replaced them. I chose instead to swap them at Best Buy. The second pair I got had the same flaw so I took them back as well and got the Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro. They work great with my phone in my pocket! The Pixel Buds A Series have a serious flaw.

[@cristianmartin44]

I have the liperty air 2 pro but and looking to buy the pixel a buds because while the anker sound great, they are tiresome and not that comfortable if I use them more than an hour

[@SamPattonMusic]

@@cristianmartin44 My biggest problem with the Liberty Air 2 Pros are they just don't stay in my ears well. They do sound great though!

[@darrenwilson7921]

I just got the pixel 7 phone and the pixel buds a, I think the base is great & overall very cool

[@krishendatrambharose4853]

How's the connectivity with the Pixel Buds A? Because the original Pixel Buds' connection was TERRIBLE!

[@JSLReview]

No problems so far, I was worried about connection issues but nothing as of now

[@bernielomax4702]

Airpods and beats don't allow you to control the volume via the earpiece either, and never did, yet that doesn't get mentioned let alone bitched about.

[@SpaceWithSam]

What an outstanding video! Absolutely loved this! ❤️

[@JSLReview]

Thank you!

[@endowpanda]

THANKS FOR THIS DETAIL VIDEO MAN

[@MarceloReis1]

No volume control? Seriously Google? No one there knows about touch and hold?

[@TechSpecsYT]

Quality review!

[@JSLReview]

Thanks man, appreciate the feedback!

[@cesarfabriciomusayonsalced3184]

I've had both. Old pixel buds feel way more premium than the a series

[@loganteodoro2885]

Is there a difference other than feel?

[@Flamesnake1991]

I used buds + and now the galaxy buds 2 for 3 months. And I have to say I hated the buds 2. Just not practical. They won't fit my ear well. Rotary i bought the pixel buds and use it with my Xiaomi 11 and i love them. They fit perfectly, great sound, nice case. Good price. I hope Google never changes the design

[@64mkb]

How is the call quality?

[@kagithkagith]

I have the Pixel Buds A Series. At the time of release these earbuds were a great deal. But a few years on, the wireless earbud space is way more competitive. These earbuds have no ANC, transparency mode or EQ customisation. All of these features are now attainable at under 100. If you can find them for under 50 then it might be a good deal.

[@Sirg17x]

How do they compare to Sabbat E12 Ultra sound wise? It seems odd that they lack functionality found in $80 buds I bought two years ago.

[@Arrozconchopsticks]

I like my A Series but I think battery could be better, at least with the case.

[@heikojuric992]

Can I use my Pixel Buds Gen2 with the charging case from the Pixel A.

[@FelaIV]

to be honest i'd care less for ANC but i always wear one in my ear when i'm outside of my house walking or going to work. better watch for surroundings when you 're around with people you don't know people. for home usage, i got edifier 950nc so i find the series a very very good solid buying option

[@Keegeth]

The budsA fit perfectly in my ear. I love the case too.

[@Tetelestai116]

Very helpful review sir.

[@Jusstisse]

Wait what?! No wireless charging?! Weak!! They advertise the wireless charging ability of phone then give you free buds without ability lol! Oh man. Great review though! Subbed!

[@KFWinterblue]

This mans S’s really hurt my ears

[@lordbogdanoff5002]

Can we use the old case on the new a series bud

[@LifeWithSeb99]

What's the mic like pro vs A?

[@miguelvillalon866]

Do they work good with iPhone?

[@Sarcasmka14]

Pixel Buds looking like premium quality;

[@bernielomax4702]

The buds have a bass adjustment option as well as noise cancellation (it just isn't described as such). Did you even bother to really evaluate them or did you just quickly find a bunch of shit to criticize for dem clicks?

[@handfullofjake]

Hoping you do the Pixel Buds Pro!

[@BagBoBonz912]

6:37 (any day)

[@kiffil]

best tws for calls?

[@giftykasba9439]

Why do i like buds more thn A series in terms of looks??

[@Dylannnnnnnnnnn]

I advise against buying these, I'm on my replacement pair and they have countless issues and are unusable the majority of the time due to constant audio cutouts.

[@Sirg17x]

Mine are free as a promo for buying a Pixel 6. I’m just confused as to why they lack functionality of my Sabbat E12 Ultra that I bought two or more years ago. Is the sound that much better? Because the Sabbats wirelessly charge, have full control from the buds, and have a longer battery life at $80 in 2019.

[@noelv1976]

So it looks like Google got rid of their previous Pixel Buds and are only selling the A series. Not cool

[@andrebrizan511]

Has anyone used the translate feature? Can someone test this?

[@MattSpeaks]

Ordered the 2nd gen Pixel Buds for $110 the other day. So if you can find them for $140 or less, I believe they are DEFINITELY worth it compared to the A-Series.

[@IbraheemMoizoos]

I did the same thing and had to return them and get the A Series. No matter what I did the Buds 2 disconnected as soon as they were removed from the case. Did some sleuthing and found 70% of people were having the same issues. I've never been happier with my A Series purchase

[@MattSpeaks]

@@IbraheemMoizoos I've read about those issues as well. Mine have disconnected by themselves only once so far so hopefully I got one of the good pairs lol.

[@bansurichandu]

Can you also review one plus buds?

[@feariefearie9974]

I've always been using the Pixel Buds every day and sometimes i might take one bud out too fast or something and it wouldn't connect if the other bud was connected until i put them back and take them out again. they would also be more prone to sliding either the top or the bottom more out of my ear. I just got the A Series from the pixel 6 pro pre-order and the audio seemed a tad better and it fit my ear a lot better. I absolutely hate the new case though. too shiny and only one light that was moved closer to the lid of the case. Might have to use the A series more though. - I wasn't even able to get much from the app that comes with the buds aswell like ringing them to find them. I had it for a few weeks and then it was gone and it doesnt show the battery as a notification but with the A series, it has more to it with the app. A series is definitely better of a buy although you dont get the swipe on the buds to change the volume but most the time I use my phone volume buttons through my pocket to lower the volume

[@KingVictor501]

I wonder if the Pixel Buds A will fit in the other case and charge wirelessly?

[@ManvinderSinghWalia]

Nope. The new buds a have only 2 charging pins while the older buds 2 have 3 charging pins. I guess google thought of this hack before we did.

[@Redstonecrash]

I love my pixel buds but when I put it on they would just stick out of my hear lol

[@Sunshineandroses1]

Im from the future wait for the pixel buds Pro 👍

[@maneeshak23]

Initial 3 min of the video tells only that these both are looking similar...

[@MJG70]

Great review but music is Distracting

[@DM-dv5jx]

No it's not.

[@nitinworldwide]

You are jason or json

[@xaviermora4854]

Now I need to figure out how to get those In my country

[@AxelBee9]

I love my $200 pixel buds. After a year and some months.... Haha they don't work.

[@MsMytube75]

Too many Buds choice, Google thanks but no thanks

[@vishnugopinathannair9422]

👍👍👍👍

[@akshay5569]

Pixel A or nothing ??

[@santhanagobalvarun5216]

Beats studio buds...

[@JSLReview]

Studio buds are pretty solid!

[@nezamuddin4041]

😘😘

[@aerohk]

Overpriced AF! Can get similar Bluetooth earbuds for 25 bucks

[@newfnshow031]

I shouldn't have purchased these I wasted my money. These sound like buds that cost $35 on Amazon. KZbin made me waste my money.