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Nothing Ear (2024): price, specs & release date
Nothing Ear (2024), released 2024-04. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: us.nothing.tech verified STALE · 2026-06-15 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Nothing Ear (2024) is listed at $149 on us.nothing.tech as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 16 wireless earbuds (median $224); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 59/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 21 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest wireless earbuds: Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $129
- Best for Strong overall sound quality; Effective active noise cancellation.
- Skip if Bass/EQ tuning can throw off frequency balance and rhythmic expression when adjusted from default is a dealbreaker.
Is the Nothing Ear (2024) a good buy?
At $149, the Nothing Ear (2024) is #2 cheapest of the 16 wireless earbuds we track, where the median is $250. On the spec sheet, its driver of 11 mm is above the median of the 13, its battery buds hr of 5 is below the median of the 22, and its weight per bud of 4.6 g is below the median of the 14.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on recordall tested
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3 independent labs measured this product, logging 4 distinct physical metrics between them — battery, anc attenuation, noise and price. That is how much independent evidence stands behind any claim about it — not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Nothing Ear (2024)
Across 3 testing outlets, the Nothing Ear (2024) earns a broadly positive verdict as a well-rounded, comfortable pick with strong sound and noise cancellation. SoundGuys and How-To Geek both call out excellent audio quality and effective ANC, with How-To Geek measuring cancellation up to 45dB and roughly 8.5 hours of buds-only battery life (40.5 hours with the case). Expert Reviews agrees on comfort, design, and battery life but flags that pushing the EQ/bass settings away from default disrupts the frequency balance and rhythmic expression.
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2024-04-18–2024-11-18
Tested by SoundGuys, How-To Geek, Expert Reviews
Consistently praised
- Strong overall sound quality · 3 sources
- Effective active noise cancellation · 2 sources
- Good battery life (buds + case) · 2 sources
- Comfortable fit and appealing design · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Bass/EQ tuning can throw off frequency balance and rhythmic expression when adjusted from default
Where reviewers disagree Outlets diverge on how good the ANC actually is: SoundGuys measured moderate attenuation (~20dB low / ~30dB high) and called it 'pretty good' but not best-in-class, while How-To Geek measured up to 45dB and described the noise cancellation as excellent.
The sources (3)
Battery life (buds only): 8 hours 4 minutes · ANC attenuation (low frequencies): ~20dB · ANC attenuation (high frequencies): ~30dB
After a bit of tinkering in the app, these are some of my favorite-sounding earbuds.
While this isn't as good as the best noise canceling earbuds, it's still pretty good.
I would recommend the Nothing Ear to pretty much everyone. Casual listeners will appreciate the excellent design, noise canceling, and battery life.
Battery life (buds, ANC off): 8.5 hours · Battery life (with case): 40.5 hours · Noise cancellation: up to 45 dB
The sound quality is quite impressive, and I'm thoroughly happy with the overall audio experience.
Despite such small earbuds, the Nothing Ear (2024)'s noise-canceling capabilities are excellent.
The Nothing Ear (2024) is a solid choice for anyone looking for true wireless earbuds with excellent sound quality.
Battery life (without ANC): ~8 hours per earbud · Battery life (with ANC): ~5 hours per earbud · Price: £129
With ANC switched off, and all options regarding EQ left well alone, the Nothing are pacy in the manner of a greyhound – and are about as lithe, too.
Those skinny, manoeuvrable low frequencies suddenly gain a lot of substance, weight and confidence – and while this doesn't skew the sound entirely, it most certainly impacts frequency integration, rhythmic expression and the overall balance of the sound.
You could do a lot worse than the Nothing Ear. They are properly specified, mildly interesting in design, have good battery life and are comfortable to wear, and their control options are also good.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $149 US MSRP $149 (launched April 18 2024). The us.nothing.tech/products/ear page is this 2024 model. Note: there is NO separate 'Nothing Ear (2025)' product — the lineup is Ear (2024) at $149, Ear (a) at $99 (both April 2024), and Ear (3) at $179 (Sept 2025). |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nothing |
| Released | 2024-04 |
| ANC | Yes |
| Driver (mm) | 11 |
| Battery buds hr | 5 |
| Battery case hr | 24 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| IP rating | IP54 |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LHDC 5.0 |
| Weight per bud (g) | 4.6 |
Source: us.nothing.tech (read 2026-06-15) STALE · 2026-06-15 · corroborated by soundguys.com (read 2026-06-15). MAJOR CORRECTION: prior entry was mislabeled 'Nothing Ear (2025)' at $109 / 2025-03 — that product does not exist. The product at us.nothing.tech/products/ear is the Nothing Ear (2024), launched April 18 2024 at $149 US MSRP (verified via a web search + SoundGuys). Confirmed specs: ANC (45dB), IP54 earbuds / IP55 case, Qi wireless charging, BT 5.3, codecs SBC+AAC+LDAC+LHDC 5.0, 11mm dynamic driver with ceramic diaphragm, 4.6g per earbud. Corrections applied: slug nothing-ear-2025→nothing-ear-2024; name and release 2025-03→2024-04; priceUsd 109→149; driver_mm null→11 (11mm confirmed); weight 5→4.6; battery_case_hr 32→24 (24h ANC-on total / 40.5h ANC-off max). battery_buds_hr=5 is the ANC-on rated figure (~5.2h).
Is the Nothing Ear (2024) worth it vs cheaper wireless earbuds?
Nothing Ear (2024) against its closest cheaper and pricier wireless earbuds on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | ANC | Driver (mm) | Battery buds hr | Battery case hr | Bluetooth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nothing Ear (2024) this | $149 | Yes | 11 | 5 | 24 | 5.3 |
| Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) | $129 | Yes | — | 4 | 20 | 5.3 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | $149.99 | Yes | 10.5 | 6 | 26 | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Nothing Ear (2024)?
Across 3 testing outlets, the Nothing Ear (2024) earns a broadly positive verdict as a well-rounded, comfortable pick with strong sound and noise cancellation. SoundGuys and How-To Geek both call out excellent audio quality and effective ANC, with How-To Geek measuring cancellation up to 45dB and roughly 8.5 hours of buds-only battery life (40.5 hours with the case). Expert Reviews agrees on comfort, design, and battery life but flags that pushing the EQ/bass settings away from default disrupts the frequency balance and rhythmic expression. Praised: Strong overall sound quality; Effective active noise cancellation; Good battery life (buds + case); Comfortable fit and appealing design. Flagged: Bass/EQ tuning can throw off frequency balance and rhythmic expression when adjusted from default. (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the Nothing Ear (2024) cost?
The Nothing Ear (2024) has a US price of $149 (US MSRP $149 (launched April 18 2024). The us.nothing.tech/products/ear page is this 2024 model. Note: there is NO separate 'Nothing Ear (2025)' product — the lineup is Ear (2024) at $149, Ear (a) at $99 (both April 2024), and Ear (3) at $179 (Sept 2025).), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Nothing Ear (2024) compare on price?
At $149, the Nothing Ear (2024) is #2 cheapest of the 16 wireless earbuds we track, where the median is $250.
When was the Nothing Ear (2024) released?
The Nothing Ear (2024) was released 2024-04.
What are the Nothing Ear (2024)'s key specs?
Nothing Ear (2024) (Nothing): anc Yes, driver mm 11, battery buds hr 5, battery case hr 24, bluetooth 5.3. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $149 at us.nothing.tech, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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