Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 Comparison with Audio Samples

After using both the earphones, here’s our in-depth Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 comparison.

Both Realme Buds 2 and boAt Bassheads 242 are very popular wired earphones.

As both come with great sound quality and useful features, a lot of audio geeks are left confused to picking one. 

Moreover, the price difference between these two isn’t significant, and during sales, both get priced similarly.

So which one should you pick out of these two earphones?

After using both earphones, we will help you to pick the right one. So here is our Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 comparison.

Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 Specifications

Except for the driver size and IP rating, there isn’t a significant difference in both the earphones. Right?

Well, no, that’s not true. Despite being almost similar on paper, both the earphones have significant differences in real life.

So putting the on-paper specs aside, let’s move to the actual Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 comparison.

Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 Comparison

Build Quality

When we took both the earphones out of the box, we immediately noticed that the build quality of Real Buds 2 is sturdy and way more premium.

After taking a closer look and using both the earphones for days, the boAt 242 also didn’t fail to impress.

But still, the braided cable of Realme Buds 2 is way more premium than the simple rounded cable of boAt 242.

However, the wire gets thinner from the splitter to the earbuds on both the earphones. But here also, the wire on Realme Buds 2 is more premium.

Another significant difference in the build quality is that the Real Buds 2 has metal earbuds with magnets, and boAt 242 has plastic earbuds.

The plastic on boAt 242 is solid and of good quality, but the metal build on Real Buds 2 is better and more premium.

We aren’t saying that the build quality on boAt 242 is inferior. No, it’s not. It’s good for the price, but the thing is, Realme Buds 2 comes with more sturdy build quality overall.

Verdict: The wire from the splitter to earbuds on boAt 242 could have been thicker. Other than that, there is no problem in terms of build quality on both the earphones.

Build Quality Rating:

boAt BAssheads 242: 4.0★

Realme Buds 2: 4.3★

Winner: Realme Buds 2

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Design and Comfort

In our full review of boAt 242, we have mentioned that its comfort is very subjective. Because of the ear hooks, this earphone may fit for one and may not for the other.

We stick to what we have mentioned in the review. The boAt Bassheads is designed for sports lovers. Hence, it comes with ear hooks to provide extra grip.

It does provide a better grip for sure but also leads to discomfort. To test it further, we gave it to 5-6 friends to listen to music, and 3 of them complained about the comfort.

But after removing the ear hooks, nobody complained.

So it seems like the ear hooks are causing the discomfort, and one should remove them to get a more comfortable experience.

In the case of Real Buds 2, there is no issue with comfort. The earbuds are tilted at 45°, just like the boAt 252, and fit perfectly in the ears.

No one complained about the comfort after listening to music or watching movies for hours.

The grip of Buds 2 is strong enough to handle the movements of sports activities like gym or cycling.

Both earphones can be used in different situations, like in the office or the gym. However, Real Buds 2 is more suitable for regular use, while boAt 242 is more for physical activities.

Verdict: In our case, the Realme Buds 2 definitely offers better comfort, but boAt 242 wasn’t the worst. If you have slightly bigger ears, then boAt 242 could offer the same comfort.

Design and Comfort Rating:

boAt BAssheads 242: 3.8★

Realme Buds 2: 4.4★

Winner: Realme Buds 2

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Call Quality

It is the area where both the earphones go neck-to-neck.

The mic placement on both earphones is exactly the same, which is closer to the mouth. On both, the mic is placed in the right ear wire just besides the jaws.

This placement of the mic makes a significant difference in call quality.

While talking on the call using both earphones, the receiver faces no issue hearing our voice properly.

The voice remains clear and blocks outer noise to some extent.

It means you can easily make calls on both earphones in a noisy environment.

Another good thing is that you can pick up or end a call using the button on the earphone. You don’t need to take your phone out of your pocket.

Verdict: It’s hard to pick a winner here because both the Realme Buds 2 and boAt 242 deliver excellent call quality. If the same is your highest priority, you can go for any one of these two.

Call Quality Rating:

boAt BAssheads 242: 4.5★

Realme Buds 2: 4.5★

Winner: Tie

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Sound and Bass Quality

It’s an area where both the earphones are great but different from each other.

Audio quality is the main reason for buying any earphone. The expectations go high with reputed brands.

Well, your expectations won’t go in to vain with these two earphones.  

Starting with the boAt 242, its 10mm driver delivers great audio output.

This earphone carries the boAt signature sound with the right mixture of vocals, treble, and bass.

Elaborating further, the vocals are absolutely clear, and the treble is more punchy. Both of these are complemented by deep and thumping bass.

The treble is on the higher side and perfect for those who prefer it. The vocals remain clear even at full volume.

Note that the boAt 242 gets so loud that you will hardly put it on full volume. 80% volume is enough for most users.

Bass lovers will also enjoy this earphone because it’s deep and enjoyable.

Coming to the Realme Buds 2, its 11.2 mm driver is focused to deliver a bass-boosted sound.

After testing this earphone, we were impressed with its sound quality.

The bigger driver delivers more deep and thumping bass, which is a treat for bass lovers.

Having boosted bass doesn’t mean that other frequencies are compromised, nor does the bass muffle these frequencies.

Yes, the treble is less punchy compared to boAt 242, but it still remains enjoyable. The same goes for vocals, which are clear.

This earphone also gets pretty loud, so we advise you to keep the volume at a comfortable level.

Because of the impressive sound quality, both the earphones are featured in the list of best earphones under 500.

Verdict: Both the earphones deliver impressive sound quality. If you want louder vocals and treble with great bass, then boAt 242 is the right option. Otherwise, the Realme Buds 2 is perfect for heavy bass lovers with overall impressive sound output.

Sound and Bass Rating:

boAt BAssheads 242: 4.4★

Realme Buds 2: 4.5★

Winner: Realme Buds 2

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Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 Audio Samples

Listen to the quick audio sample of both the earphones.

Realme Buds 2 Audio Sample

boAt 242 Audio Sample

The boAt 242 offers a punchy sound with louder vocals and treble, and the Realme Buds 2 delivers warm and a more bass-heavy sound.

Other Features

Both the earphones come with a good set of features, and these features come in handy in many situations. The features are:

• Long press the media button or say ‘Ok Google’ to activate Google Assistant.

• Volume control and media buttons help you to change tracks and increase/decrease volume.

• The boAt 242 comes with an IPX4 rating, which protects the earphones from splashes. Unfortunately, the Realme Buds 2 has no IP Rating.

• The Realme Buds 2 has magnetic earbuds, but the boAt 242 doesn’t.

Here’s how you can control media on both the earphones:

• Single press: Play/Pause music
• Double press: Next song
• Triple press: Previous song

Feature’s Rating:

boAt BAssheads 242: 4.4★

Realme Buds 2: 4.3★

Winner: boAt BAssheads 242

Pros and Cons

Every earphone has some pros and cons, and both these earphones are no different.

Pros and Cons of Realme Buds 2

Overall Rating: 4.40★

Pros and Cons of boAt Bassheads 242

Overall Rating: 4.22★

Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242: Which one should you buy?

So which earphone should you buy? Before that, you should know the pricing.

The boAt 242 is generally Rs 50-100 cheaper than the Realme Buds 2.

If the difference is Rs 50, then we suggest you add Rs 50 and buy the Realme Buds 2. It’s a bang for the buck earphone.

If the difference is Rs 100, then we still recommend the Realme Buds 2.

However, if you have a strict budget, then boAt Bassheads 242 is also a great buy. It’s also a perfect option for sports lovers.

Both the earphones are worth buying, but in this comparison, the winner is Realme Buds 2. (Buy Realme Buds 2)

So this is our honest Realme Buds 2 vs boAt 242 comparison. If you still have any doubt, then feel free to ask us.

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