Additionally, a second driver for bass was included to enhance audio quality at lower frequencies.

The Buds Live were praised for their design, but criticized for the ineffective active noise cancellation.

After a short adjustment period, they feel more secure than traditional earbuds.

[15] They were praised for their improved design and sound quality, but criticized for their 5-hour battery life when active noise cancellation is on.

Its specifications include a 30-hour battery life with active noise cancellation disabled and the charging case and an IPX2 water resistance rating, as opposed to the 2 Pro's IPX7.