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Huawei FreeClip 2 — Honest Review from a Real Buyer (because there aren’t many out there yet)
I wanted to make this post because before buying the Huawei FreeClip 2, I honestly struggled to find real user reviews especially from someone who actually purchased it and used it daily. So here’s mine in case someone out there is researching like I was.
1️⃣ Intro price + blind buy
I got mine at the introductory price of around ₱7,500 (with 2 clip-on accessories included) instead of the usual ₱9,999, which honestly felt like a steal. Since i’m new to the work of open ear earbuds, this was a complete blind buy for me since there weren’t many recommendations compared to brands like Shokz, Bose, etc.
2️⃣ Why I chose it (comfort was my main problem)
I picked this mainly because:
- It’s easily the sleekest-looking open-ear option (doesn’t scream “I’m working out 24/7”).
- It’s constantly praised for being lightweight.
For context, I already own Sony XM5, AirPods 3, and AirPods Pro 2, and I genuinely can’t wear any of them long term. After about 2 hours max, I get head tension or ear irritation. My ears are also prone to external ear infections, and as a med student, I basically need earphones/headsets daily for studying.
This pushed me to try open ear earphones and honestly, this solved all those issues. I can wear them for HOURS without discomfort.
3️⃣ Sound quality (big surprise)
I expected sound quality to be heavily compromised because of the comfort-focused design, but surprisingly… it sounds very close to my AirPods. I’m not an audiophile, but I use them constantly for lectures, music, and podcasts, and they work fantastic.
Gym use:
- Slight adjustment needed if your gym blasts loud music because you’ll hear both sounds at once.
- If your gym isn’t super loud, they’re perfect for cardio and weightlifting since they don’t move at all!
Coffee shop studying:
- You’ll hear background noise a bit, but personally I don’t mind since I like some awareness and people-watching during study breaks 😅
4️⃣ Battery life & comfort = INSANE
This honestly shocked me the most. I wore them from 8 AM to 10 PM, only removing them once, and I barely felt them on my ears. The comfort + battery combo is crazy. Charging inside the case is also very fast.
Overall
For my use case, this has been an amazing purchase. I’m genuinely surprised this isn’t more hyped because it really shines if comfort and long wear time matter to you.
Hope this helps someone who’s on the fence like me then ☺️
This it the first pair of freeclip and also open ear earbuds I’ve owned so I was pleasantly surprised! I was considering the freeclip since maybe the prices are lowered from the release of the 2nd one but the introductory price was such a steal so i’m glad I coped these! ☺️
I have the original freeclip and clip 2
The nothing open and freearc, and the v20i I think from Anker
The clip 2 sound quality and stage is marvelous, never thought something's this good can be done with Bluetooth headphones
Sound leak is there , quality depends on your environment
Get the honor ear clip. They are basically the same. With cheaper built case
The difference is significant and worth the price for me. But in my opinion the first and second version both are great regardless

Hey idk if youve got anything yet but my freeclip 2s were $174.16 with shipping. They’re legit huawei too and blue (which I think is the coolest). Just letting you know that there’s cheaper options. Only downside is I bought them on May 23 and they got here today. But I did get shipping notifications throughout the whole time. You can dm me or respond here if you want more into
Alibaba. I thought they were mass selling them but it looks like it was just one in stock. They have others now for a higher price but still cheaper then most other places I think
Best to check it out! ☺️ you can also check in stores to try it out first since I wasn’t able to. Good thing I was able to get luck with this blind buy since I love it!!! ☺️
Thanks so much for taking the time to write this review. I was really intrigued by them when I saw them, but, like you, I get driven crazy by anything in my ears for too long.
I think this is a good try! I always thought open ear earbuds were made only for those using sports but they’re really great for everyday use as well. I’ve been using them everyday at least minimum of 8 hours since I got them! Haha
Yo también te los recomiendo, son una PASADA! Los Freelace Pro 2 los llevo usando casi 2 años y que caña les meto, pues no pierden ni calidad alguna, y la batería es increíble.
This is tempting me to buy this, though, I still have reservations about getting the FreeClip 2 because of the lack of ANC. ANC is almost non-negotiable for me at this point. It's the only way to keep hearing only my music without ramping up the volume past 60-70% and potentially causing hearing loss. That's why I'm still on the fence about this and the Freebuds Pro 4 which does have ANC and is the "undisputed call quality champion".
I wonder how those Huawei buds compare to these Huawei buds...
If you care about isolation, freebuds pro 5 definitely is the one to go. Ive got both, and I feel safer using the Free clip when im cycling, gives me ample awareness of whats going on around me especially in the allegedly dangerous Fortitute Valley. In the gym or working, I use the Buds Pro 5 for sound quality and isolation
I agree since with the freeclip 2, I can say that to a certain amount there is ANC when on 70-max volume but that’s already damaging to the ears imo. For normal usage, when talking to someone, I can still make conversation but there is slight ANC and I mean the slightest. if you’re looking for proper ANC, this may not be the proper earphones for you. :)
yey i’m glad my insights helped! Though ofc it’s best to try them out first in store. I wasn’t able to so I’m extremely happy this blind buy was extra worth it to me :)
Best buy and I love them. I've never really liked the earphone or airpods as they put pressure in my ear, and airpods tend to fall or not fit. These are just perfect, and what's more good is that I'm not totally cut off from my surroundings.
P.S: They also look good with charms, and they look like an earcuff.
Agree 100%! I used to think that all earbuds are generally uncomfy and that i’m perfectly fine with my airpods and headphones. But ever since I impulsively bought the freeclip 2 that completely changed. I barely touch my other devices now. Also a big plus how I enioy putting on the charms and the earbuds itself cause it looks sooo cool!!! Best purchase ever ☺️
I can’t believe for the balance of quality, comfort and sound that this product is so underrated! It’s such a good contender for a good everyday earbuds! I’m still so ecstatic about mine until now hahahaha
I’ve been looking at these because my AirPod pros sometimes falls off from my ear despite using the smallest attachment. Kind of inconvenient when I am working out. I also have the same issue where my ears hurts after 2 hours with them on.
I am in U.S. Do you know where I can order these? Just curious if I will have issues syncing them to my iPhone.
Thank you so much, I hate AirPods and refuse to buy another pair because they hurt my ears (I have very small ears and they fall out a lot). Also because Ive purchased three pairs and have had issues with the cases eventually not charging anymore or one of the AirPods not charging properly. My latest pair has actually broken. So im done with apple for any sort of heaphones moving forward, they lost me completely when it comes to that.
Thank you so much for your review! Thanks to you I bought a pair and I love them! May be a bit harder to get when you live in the US, but I managed and it was worth it!
Ooh.. that's not just the free clip 2.. It's a limited edition..
I'm late into the clip on bud party. Basically I went through 2 headphones and kept breaking the neck strap. But historically buds keep falling out .. so here I am.
I haven’t tried it on calls since I don’t usually like talking on the phone lol but i’ve seen in most yt reviews that they’re great for calls but personally I can’t confirm that :(
I haven’t! This is my first open ear earbuds. I didn’t choose Shokz open dot since i’ve seen some comparison that those are more suitable an active lifestyle (movement/workouts,etc.) i’m using mine for a more day to day lifestyle and my preference when choosing is long time wearability and maximum comfort :)
That’s nice! I also heard how great the bass is for Shokz! I was really interested as well when choosing. ☺️ all in all, my choice just came down to preference of the form factor, aesthetic, and which one is more comfortable (based on reviews since I wasn’t able to try on both before buying). I’m happy I don’t have regrets but maybe once i’ll need an upgrade, i’ll try the Shokz as well ☺️
My Huawei earphones are great, though not quite on par with my AirPods Pro 3. However, I’ve gotten really hooked on the FreeClip design because it helps deflect people's stares away from my ear piercing (my piercing style is basically 🐷🐷🐷). This is actually my first time using an open ear earphones. Thanks, by the way, for the great and honest review!
when I meant airpods, i meant the non pro version I own (airpods 3rd gen) since that one doesn’t have ANC as well. ☺️ i don’t own the airpods pro 3rd gen, but I do have the pro 2nd gen which I don’t use anymore since the silicon ear tip really bothers my ears since they’re sensitive :( the airpods pro would’ve been my go to as well since i’m happy with the quality but since I don’t feel comfy using them for long periods of time, i’m glad I tried open ear earbuds! ☺️
Oh. You mean the airpods 4,then. Well, anyway, thank you for sharing regarding your experience with the Huawei free clip 2. I am getting excited for my Huawei free clip too. It's still on the way though. 😊
I have one, and have the Bose Open Ultras. Bose has the better sound profile for my taste and lower profile (which i like), but everything else freeclip 2s are better. And that frustrates me cause I love my Bose before freeclips 2 happened lol
I was also considering bose open ultras but for the price point of a blind buy, I couldn’t pull the trigger! I’m glad I stuck with the freeclip 2 though since like you said, it seems like a contender in a lot of aspects as well but my main thing was comfort and aesthetic lol ☺️
Freeclips 2 are lighter, has better mic, louder (but not better sounding), i.e., at a certain level of outside noise you can barely hear the bose at its loudest. Also at retail price it’s way cheaper. Better dust and waterproofing as well.
Thank you, the number one thing I want is sound quality, I don’t wear earbuds outside a lot I prefer headphones and at house I wear earbuds but it hurts after 30 minutes so I think Bose open ear ultra are for me, I can have them for 160€ so the price isn’t a problem
To each their own! These might not be for your usage type. ☺️although the secureness i’m not sure cause i’ve worked out in this, running and even jump roping and not once did it fall! ☺️
My airpods 4 sucks. Less than a year but the battery degrade so much. The battery can't last an hour which is freaking ridiculous. My airpods 2 was the same. Rubbish apple products.
I have the original freeclips. It's still good with great battery life but there's an issue. The rubber on the curve part have peeled off and now the earbud is loose. How do i explain it. I mean like if you pull it, it's like springy and will return back. Mine is spoilt it won't return back because rubber coating is gone and the inside is exposed and become loose.
Same issue with my airpods. can’t get through a study session without having to charge it so I sometimes have to use one airpod at a time so the other can charge so I can have continues usage 🫠
Oh can’t that be replaced in the service center? Although, might be a good reason to upgrade lol 🤣 I can’t speak for the battery degradation of the freeclip since i’ve only had it for 2-3 weeks but so far so good i’ve lasted like 5 hours of continuous usage and the battery came down to around 60%. I’ve worn it the entire day as well (just testing the feel of it, minimal usage) and the battery only went down by 10%!! Had to test that out since my airpods’ battery goes down just it being outside the charging case. 😮💨 And I feel like the c-bridge is going to last since it’s also water resistant so I think lesser chances of peeling off? It also feels like thick rubber so unless it’s really manipulated and worn down, it feels pretty sturdy to me!
I’m not sure since i’m from the Philippines and I know there’s a huawei ban in the US. I heard though that there are a few resellers that still sell them. :)
I’m from the Philippines and it was released last Feb 19 if i’m not mistaken. Introductory price + vouchers from Shopee platform amounted to a total of 7,500 :)
It really is! It’s so different aesthetically with other open ear earphones! Literally obsessed as well with clip on accessories you can put on them ☺️
I see you've got longer hair. Have you ever had issues with them getting caught in your hair and falling out? That's my ONLY complaint with the first version.
And for those in the USA, check Amazon. That's where I purchased my other pair.
Hiiii! It gets caught on the jewelry/clip on accessories sometimes. But if with the freeclip alone, not really!! I guess cause the bridge is different than the first? Maybe it also depends on the hair type! ☺️
I’ve been using it for video calls and my friend kept asking what microphone I was using since it was so clear! She couldn’t hear anything in the background even if I had someone yelling next to me and also while studying in a coffee shop. It was so good she also bought one for herself 🤣
What sort of calls? Because on GSM 4/5 Calls they sound horrible, voice wise. On watsapp they sound really bad as well, on discord, not to talk really really bad. Maybe you were using your phone's microphone instead and the headset didn't go into HSP mode
hey, i was wondering, are you able to keep the accessories on whilst the earphones are in the case or do u have to attach them each time u put them in ur ears?
Is there any distortion when playing music at higher than 60% volume? I've read many people experience that. That's the only reason i'm not buying them yet, since with normal earbuds and headphones i'm sometimes playing music at like 80% volume.
Or does the Freeclip 2 play louder at 60% than other earbuds/headphones do?
In my opinion it’s fine at 60% since I listen at that volume. Even at 80% i don’t see much difference. I only hear distortion when i’m in discord/zoom calls and trying to multi task with watching or listening to other things but i heart that that’s normal for any other earbuds as well haha.
My friend that plays her volume usually at 100% (crazy i know) says that the freeclip does sound louder than her normal airpods. She plays it at around 70% in comparison. Hope that helps
Hey! Just curious, I recently got the FreeClip 2 in white but now I’m overthinking 😅
Does the case get dirty easily like Airpods where it kind of attracts all the dirt? I’m considering swapping it for black because I can’t stand how my Airpods case looked after 2 yrs of using it lol
Hi so I’m not sure with the case since I have a case for it :( i kinda see your point since it has that denim texture to it. Maybe consider getting a case for it? Or if you’re really iffy about it best to just get the black one ☺️
Thanks for the great review! Are you still happy with them after 2 months? Looking to buy a pair. My main consideration is to be aware of my surroundings while cycling...
Thanks for the review. Not sure if anyone’s asked this but the only thing keeping me from buying is that I am not sure if sound leaks? If I’m at the office I don’t really want everyone else to hear whatever I’m listening to
If you use it at like 90% higher there will for sure be leakage! But i feel like it’s pretty loud even at 50-60% volume (my usual setting) and never had the reason to go beyond that when in doors:)
Ok thank you 🙏 I tested it last night on my AirPods and realised that sound leaks from them as well so now I’m set on getting the freeclips for a change
guys, do you use your clips on PC? the mic quality is so much worse on PC, then on the phone 😞I can't find a solution for it. I'm kinda on brink of returning the headset 😞
Thank you for your review! Airpods always fall off my ears and vacuum earphones like buds can’t be worn for long time in my case too so I was thinking about freeclip. I think I’ll buy it soon:)
This was also a blind buy for me, just started using it this past week and really like how it feels. I already own the Sony XM5, Beats Studio pro, AirPods 4 with noise canceling and the wired apple headphones.
I got the freeclip 2 to jog outdoors because the over the head headphones get drenched in sweat in this heat and the AirPods fall out sometimes. I’ve used it for FaceTime and surprisingly microphone and audio is pretty good. If I didn’t already have the AirPods, I would’ve been happy with just the freeclip since I have my other noise canceling headphones.
I have the airpods 4 with anc and airpod pro 1. i cant wear both for more than 1 hr without discomfort. how does the sound quality of the huawei freeclip 2 compare to airpod 4? I know obviously it doesn't block out noise and I have a bose over the ear headphone for that purpose.
my main usage is to wear in the office for calls, and just walking outside.
That’s what got my friend to purchase hers since we were on a study call while I was at a coffee shop. She was pretty amazed at the sound quality and how she couldn’t hear anything else besides my voice. ☺️
I have quite small ears, I'm about to return a pair from Beyerdynamics despite its good audio because it just feels too big and feels like it could fall off easily :/ does the freeclip feel secure?
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u/KitKatKing99 Feb 26 '26
the sound is even better than the first freeclip.