My Favorite Open Earbuds Brand Just Released a New Clip Model — but Sadly, They're a Let-Down

My favorite open earbuds brand just released a new Clip model — but sadly, they're a let-down

The Huawei FreeClip 2 are let down by key design and sound issues – and it's a shame because there are some strengths too

Hate in‑ear buds? Huawei’s FreeClip 2 offers a stylish open‑ear alternative

New year, new earphones? Because Huawei have done it, with the FreeClip 2. (Picture: Metro/Getty/Huawei) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Finding the right pair of headphones can feel surprisingly overwhelming. With so many options on the market – many of them promising similar features – it’s hard to know which ones are a…

Huawei FreeClip 2 review

Huawei’s distinctive open wireless earbuds promise improved sound performance and feature upgrades for the same price – can they succeed?

Huawei FreeClip 2 review: I'm still not sold on these open-fit earphones, but not because of how they sound

Stuff VerdictNo less a niche proposition than the original FreeClip, but Huawei has still managed to streamline the FreeClip 2’s fit, feel, and sound signature for the better.ProsImpressively well-rounded sound for open fit earbudsLonger battery lifeComfortable, lightweight fit with maximum spatial awarenessConsStyling still won’t be to all tastesCan’t be your only earphones if you want/need noise cancellationApp not available on the Play Store …