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Who should get the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus?
Samsung Galaxy smartphone owners and anyone with an Android device should consider the new Galaxy Buds Plus. Although Wireless PowerShare is a Samsung exclusive, other important features including Spotify integration, are available across Android. Plus, even iPhone users will benefit from AAC support for lag-free media playback. Then, there are things everyone can enjoy like IPX2 water resistance and nearly 12 hours of playtime on a single charge. Long-haul commuters will appreciate the excellent battery life.
How do you tell the difference between the Galaxy Buds and the Galaxy Buds Plus physically?
Light blue buds are the Galaxy Buds Plus. If they are yellow or silver, they are the original Galaxy Buds. If they are black or white, they could be either, and the only way to really tell the difference is to look at the serial number, which can be found in the Samsung Galaxy Wearables app or on a sticker found in the product’s box.
Are the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus waterproof?
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus aren’t waterproof, but they are water-resistant. The Buds Plus have merited an IPX2 rating, meaning they can withstand most workouts as long as they’re not submerged.
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Factsheet
Galaxy Buds Plus: February 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)
Galaxy Buds Live: August 6, 2020 (2020-08-06)
Galaxy Buds Pro: January 14, 2021 (2021-01-14)
Galaxy Buds 2: August 27, 2021 (2021-08-27)
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: August 26, 2022 (2022-08-26)
Galaxy Buds FE: October 5, 2023 (2023-10-05)
Galaxy Buds 3: July 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: July 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)
Galaxy Buds Core: June 26, 2025 (2025-06-26)
Galaxy Buds Plus: February 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)
Galaxy Buds Live: August 6, 2020 (2020-08-06)
Galaxy Buds Pro: January 14, 2021 (2021-01-14)
Galaxy Buds 2: August 27, 2021 (2021-08-27)
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: August 26, 2022 (2022-08-26)
Galaxy Buds FE: October 5, 2023 (2023-10-05)
Galaxy Buds 3: July 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: July 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)
Galaxy Buds Core: June 26, 2025 (2025-06-26)
After retiring my four-year-old Galaxy Buds Plus, I want to share my experience. The Buds Plus were the best earbuds by far due to the customizable earbud wings, mainly what the Buds 2 Pro lacks, but since I have elephant ears, the Buds 2 Pro fit nicely.
There was a noticeable difference in Audio and Bass moving from the Plus to the Pro 2. The Buds 2 Pro offered a more clear and bassy tune to it. In terms of battery life, both were good, but the Pro’s 2 outperforms the Plus (Obviously since they were released back in 2020). Fun fact, I used the Buds 2 Pro when running the LA Marathon, but wow, the battery life was amazing, survived my slow marathon time of 6 hours! In terms of design, the Plus was convenient due to its small simple glossy design, whereas in comparison to the Buds 2 Pro, they have a more premium matte finish, not that it matters so much since both are being kept well maintained in a case. One of the things I miss it the wing tip design that was held firm in your ears. One of the things I truly enjoyed about the Buds 2 Pro is the implication of air vents. Ever since I got them, I haven't had any sort of fatigue where my ears would pop and cause headaches, the feeling you get when taking a 3 hours flight. Aside from that, the feature of Noise Cancellation is convenient when not want to hear the sound of wings inside a vehicle or a plane.
With the recent leaks of the Galaxy Buds 3 and Pro, it saddens me how Samsung has adopted the traditional earbud design like Nothing and Apple, preventing them from standing out like Bud's predecessors, except the buds live (they are great too but not my favorite bud design). But sadly, in the tech industry, big tech companies follow the norm designs that Apple makes.