Nothing Headphone (a) B186 vs Lavales E500Pro
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Lavales E500Pro
What Buyers Say
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these Nothing headphones, praising the exceptional battery life, comfortable fit, and intuitive controls like the scroll wheel. The sound quality is generally considered great for the price, though one audiophile friend rated it 5/10 and some note the noise cancellation isn't the strongest. The app's customization options and sleek design are also highlights, with minor complaints about glossy plastic showing smudges and snugness over long periods.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Intuitive controls
- Great sound for price
- Customizable app
Cons
- Glossy plastic shows smudges
- Noise cancellation not strongest
- Slightly snug over long periods
- Transparency mode could improve
Lavales E500Pro
These headphones are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation and great value for money, especially for travel and online classes. Many users appreciate the comfort, long battery life, and clear sound, though some note issues like ear cup depth causing discomfort over time, occasional audio connection loss, and a tricky power button. Overall, most buyers are satisfied given the affordable price.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great value for money
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Long battery life
- Clear sound quality
Cons
- Ear cups too shallow for some
- Audio connection drops after a few minutes
- Power button difficult to operate
- Transparent mode amplifies ambient noise
- Coating on ear pads peels over time
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone (a) B186 | Lavales E500Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | protein leather |
| Headband | Liquid Silicone Padding | soft sponge |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Bluetooth 5.2 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones for Airplane Travel, 90H Playtime Wired and Wireless Over Ear ANC Headset for Adults, Android, Home Office |
| Surround | Virtual Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3.5 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 135 hrs★ | 90 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 | 5 hours of playtime with just 5 minutes of charge |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Lavales E500Pro
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Lavales E500Pro
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 38 specs.
