Affordable Huawei FreeBuds SE 2: A Budget-Friendly Alternative to AirPods

Editor's SummaryThe Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 offer a budget-friendly alternative to AirPods, but they have some drawbacks. While they're a decent headset for conversations, they lack sound quality and are prone to falling out of the ear. If you're looking for a cheap option, the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 might be worth considering, but don't expect top-notch sound or durability.

A Budget-Friendly Alternative to AirPodsI'm a fan of wired earbuds, and there's something sleek about them in my opinion. My beloved Apple earbuds, which I've had for 5 years, are from the iPhone 11 era. When I upgraded to the iPhone 13, I didn't receive a new pair of earbuds. I used them until I got the iPhone 15 ProMax with a new Type-C port. I had to bid farewell to my trusty earbuds. I sold them on Avito for a symbolic 300 rubles.

I didn't want to spend a lot on good earbuds, so I opted for the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2. I mean, it's a well-known brand, and they can't be that bad, right?

HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 2

The price of these earbuds is quite reasonable at 1800 rubles. I bought them on Ozon, and they're also available at Eldorado and MVideo, among other places.

I chose the white case, which is also available in blue and black. I love the white color, and it looks cute.

However, I'm not a fan of the plastic used in the case. The earbuds themselves are smooth and slippery, and the plastic feels cheap and fragile. I prefer matte plastic, which is more tactilely pleasing.

The new earbuds are larger than my old ones and not as comfortable. My Apple earbuds were my first earbuds with ear tips that fit perfectly in my ears. The Huawei earbuds don't fit as well, although I'm not sure if they're small or not.

I bought them without trying them on, which was a bit of a gamble. If I had the chance to visit the Doctor Head store on Arbat, I would have tried out different earbuds and found a better fit.

The earbuds don't sit deeply or snugly in my ear canal, which affects the sound quality. You won't hear the bass, and others will hear what you're listening to.

The earbuds often fall out of my ears. If you have earrings like mine, the earbud might fall out due to the earring. Even without earrings, they tend to fall out.

After falling on the asphalt, the earbuds develop small cracks. This shows the quality of the plastic, which is fragile and unpleasant.

I've been using them for about half a year now, mostly listening to audiobooks during walks and chatting on the phone. As a headset, the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 are decent, with my conversation partner hearing me clearly and vice versa, despite the lack of noise cancellation.

They connect well with my iPhone, with no issues during pairing.

I recommend the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 if you don't prioritize sound quality and don't mind losing them.

Featured FAQWhat is the price of the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2?The price of the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 is 1800 rubles.

Where can I buy the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2?You can buy the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 on Ozon, Eldorado, MVideo, and other online retailers.

What is the sound quality like?The sound quality is lacking, with no bass and a tendency to leak sound.

Are the earbuds comfortable?The earbuds are not as comfortable as my old Apple earbuds, and they tend to fall out of my ears.

Do the earbuds connect well with my iPhone?Yes, the earbuds connect well with my iPhone, with no issues during pairing.

Are the earbuds durable?No, the earbuds are prone to cracking and breaking due to their fragile plastic.