The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro True Wireless are the upgraded variant of the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Truly Wireless. Samsung hasn't made significant changes to the Buds2's low battery life and mic quality. However, one positive change is the improvement of the active noise cancellation (ANC), which now outperforms competing products like the Apple AirPods Pro Truly Wireless. They also support Seamless, the next generation of Samsung's proprietary Bluetooth codec, Scalable, which is designed for streaming hi-res audio. However, you'll need a compatible Samsung device to get the most out of these headphones.
Our Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are good for sports and fitness. They're small, lightweight, and rated IPX7 for resistance against submersion in water. They're well-built and won't fall out of your ears with moderate head movements, and their bass-heavy sound adds excitement to your EDM workout playlists.
- Stable in-ear fit.
- Comfortable and well-built design.
- EQ presets available via companion apps.
- Sub-par overall microphone performance.
Not a long continuous battery life.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are good for commuting and traveling. These well-built buds have a lightweight design that's easy to take with you on the go and are comfortable enough to wear for long trips. They're equipped with an ANC system to help block out the low rumbles of bus and plane engines. Their continuous battery life of under five hours may not last through transatlantic flights, but fortunately, their carrying case supplies an additional 2.6 charges if needed.
- Comfortable and well-built design.
- Excellent noise isolation performance.
- EQ presets available via companion apps.
- Sub-par overall microphone performance.
Not a long continuous battery life.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are decent for office use. These buds can help reduce distractions like background chatter and traffic outside your window, allowing you to focus on your work. They also have a comfortable fit suitable for long days at the office. Unfortunately, they don't support multi-device pairing, so you can't stay connected with your phone and computer simultaneously. Their continuous battery life may not last throughout your day without a recharge. On the upside, their carrying case holds roughly 2.6 extra charges, so you can always top up the battery if you need more power.
- Comfortable and well-built design.
- Excellent noise isolation performance.
- Sub-par overall microphone performance.
- No multi-device pairing.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are Bluetooth-only headphones, so they can't connect with Xbox or PlayStation consoles, and their latency on PCs is too high for wireless gaming. However, they have low latency with iOS and Android devices via Bluetooth, so you won't notice audio lag when playing a game on your phone.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are Bluetooth-only headphones; you can't use them wired.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 have adequate audio reproduction accuracy. They don't deviate too much from their warm, bass-heavy sound, although their slightly uncontrolled treble range can render sounds like sibilants a touch dull or piercing depending on their pitch. The extra bass makes them a good fit for fans of genres like techno, but some might find the bass a little too boomy. Still, mid-range sounds like acoustic instruments are reproduced accurately. These earbuds have very well-matched left and right drivers overall, though a small mismatch in the mid-mids can cause voices to feel subtly off-center.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have amazing noise isolation. They do a good job blocking out everything from the rumble of a train engine to higher-pitched noise like AC whine or pedestrian chit-chat. They also leak very little audio, so you can listen at high levels without disturbing anyone nearby.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a disappointing microphone. The microphone reproduces your voice reasonably well, although it renders it a little dull. However, the mic does a poor job of separating your voice from the surrounding noise. If you take phone calls in noisy environments using these buds, you might find it hard to be understood.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have amazing frequency response consistency. So long as you take the time to ensure a good fit and seal, you'll hear consistent audio across different wears.
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Changelog
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Updated Jan 09, 2026:
This review has been updated to Test Bench 2.0, which adds the following tests: Stereo Mismatch, Group Delay, Cumulative Spectral Decay, PRTF, Harmonic Distortion, and Electrical Aspects. We've added new performance usages and updated the text throughout the Sound tests and side-by-sides.
- Updated Dec 15, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1, which features minor updates to our sound tests.
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Updated Dec 18, 2024:
This review's Sound tests have been updated following Test Bench 1.8. There have also been text changes made throughout the review, including to the usages and product comparisons to match these results.
- Updated Dec 09, 2024: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.8, which updates our target curve and Sound tests. You can read more about this in our changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Samsung Buds Pro 2 come in three color variants: 'Bora Purple,' 'White,' and 'Graphite.' We tested the 'Graphite' variant, and you can see our model's label. If you come across another variant, please let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are the upgraded variant of the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Truly Wireless. They support Bluetooth 5.3 and feature improved noise isolation performance, which is beneficial if you need earbuds for a noisy office or commute. They also support the Samsung Seamless codec, the brand's proprietary Bluetooth codec for streaming hi-res audio, and have a 'Game Mode' for low latency on mobile devices. However, these features are only available on compatible Samsung devices. There haven't been many other changes to their performance, and they still have a short continuous battery life compared to competition like the Sony WF-1000XM4 Truly Wireless. They've also been superseded by the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro Truly Wireless, which offer most of the same features and slightly better continuous battery life than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro outperform the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro by most metrics. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro have outstanding noise cancelling and a better battery life with added dust resistance. On the other hand, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro use the same app with slightly pared-back functionality, but the main difference is whether you prefer their bud shape and clamshell-style case to the stemmed design of the successor.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro are the upgraded variant of the Samsung Galaxy Buds2. While both buds are comfortable and well-built, the Pro have a higher IP certification of IPX7 and a significantly better noise isolation performance and virtual surround sound. That said, the Galaxy Buds2 have a similar battery life and cost less.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 have a slight edge over the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, particularly if you're already an iOS user. While both in-ears are comfortable and have similarly excellent levels of noise isolation, the Apple have a more premium build, and their battery performance is better. They also have an H2 chip for seamless pairing with your Apple devices, and they support Spatial Audio for a more immersive sound. However, the Samsung buds have EQ presets, which some users may prefer to adjust their sound to their liking, and an Android-specific app.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro and the Beats Fit Pro True Wireless have different strengths, and you may prefer either one. While both buds are well-built, the Samsung headphones are more comfortable and can block out slightly more ambient sound, and their companion app offers EQ presets to help you adjust their sound. However, the Beats have a slightly better battery performance. They also have an H1 chip for seamless pairing with your Apple devices.
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