The Ivy Green colour of the Redmi Buds 6 is quite charming, and I was immediately impressed with how compact they feel in hand. They open up like a ring box, though a bit wider. Priced at Rs 2,999, Redmi promises ‘Super ANC’ with these earbuds. But is it really as good as they claim? I’ve been using them daily for over a month now, and here’s my take.
Redmi Buds 6
Rs 2,999
What Is Good?
- Design is compact
- Sound quality is great
- Good ANC performance for the price
- Extraordinary battery life
- Comfortable earbuds
- Value for money
What Is Bad?
- Ivy colour picks up a lot of dirt
- Find My feature is not useful
- Gestures take a few seconds to work
Design and Comfort
I tried out the Redmi Buds 6 in the Ivy Green colour, and while they’re feather-light, the plastic build feels a bit inexpensive. The hinge mechanism doesn’t inspire much confidence either, but considering the price, it’s not a deal-breaker. My biggest gripe is that the green finish seems to be a magnet for dirt. Even with careful handling, it picks up grime. I’ve had to clean it more often than I’d like, which gets annoying after a while.
The light pill on the box is a clever touch. It keeps an eye on the battery percentage for you. Each time I used it, the light in the line got dimmer, basically giving me a gentle nudge that it’s time to charge. Perfect for those of us who often forget their earbuds are running on empty.
These buds are so compact they’ve redefined portability for me. Whether it’s my travel bag, a clutch, or even my wallet, they slide right in without a fuss.
| Design | Specifications |
| Dimension of the earbuds (M) | 31.13mm x 21.34mm x 23.5mm |
| Dimension of the case | 61.01mm x 51.71mm x 24.80mm |
| Weight | Earbud: 5 grams, Case: 43.2 grams |
| IP rating | IP54 |
| Colours | Titan White, Ivy Green, Spectre Black |
The earbuds themselves, however, are a different story. They’re sleek, with an AirPods Pro-inspired design that sits flush in the ears. From jogging and long walks to lazy afternoons in bed, these stayed put. The comfort level is top-notch, and I found myself enjoying the time I spent with them—minus the constant cleaning of the case, of course.
The Redmi Buds 6 boast an IP54 rating, so they can handle sweat during your workout sessions. Just don’t push your luck around water—they’re not exactly swimming companions.
Sound Quality
The Redmi Buds 6 packs a dual-driver setup. From Prateek Kuhad’s soulful melodies to Glass Animals’ energetic Heat Waves, I explored a wide range of tracks with varying tunes and background elements. Soft acoustics as well as bass-heavy beats were handled surprisingly well by these buds. The vocals were crisp, the background music didn’t feel lost, and the bass had enough punch to keep things lively.
| Sound | Specifications |
| Drivers | 12.4mm Dynamic Titanium 5.5mm Micro Piezoelectric Drivers |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LE Audio |
| Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth 5.4 |
Xiaomi’s Buds app comes with four sound profiles: Standard, Enhanced Treble, Enhanced Bass, and Enhanced Voice. Standard keeps it safe—nothing fancy, just the basics. Enhanced Bass added a satisfying thump, and Enhanced Voice made vocals pop; it is useful for tracks with heavy background music, as it amplifies the singer’s voice more clearly. This is also useful when watching movies. However, Enhanced Treble was a bit of a letdown. I noticed some distortion, which negatively impacted the listening experience. Overall, for the price, the Redmi Buds 6 provides great sound quality.
ANC and Features
The noise cancellation on these earbuds is impressive given the price — it handles background chatter like a pro. So, this is helpful when you are trying to tune into your favourite podcast when riding the metro. Moreover, ANC works fantastically well when conversing on a call.
Gestures are a bit hit-or-miss. Walking downstairs while trying to double-tap to pause music often requires two or three attempts. Removing one earbud to pause the music takes around five to six seconds, which feels unnecessarily slow. It’s frustrating, especially when someone’s standing right in front of you trying to talk, and your earbuds are busy serenading you with a tragic ballad.
On a brighter note, the audio customisation is pretty awesome. You can fine-tune the sound to suit different music genres, and the immersive sound feature adds depth to your listening experience.
Calls are crystal clear in quiet spaces — no complaints from the other end. But in noisy environments? Well, let’s just say the conversation turns into a guessing game.
As for the “Find Earphones” feature on the Xiaomi app, it sounds promising until you realise it only works when the earbuds are connected and nearby. So, if they vanish into the depths of your bag or someone walks off with them, that feature won’t be of any help.
Battery and Charging
When it comes to battery life, these earbuds are practically living off-grid—I didn’t even think about charging them for a week. Plus, that little light pill on the case is absolutely genius. It subtly reminds me when it’s time to juice up. If you’re on a budget and want earbuds that just keep going, these are the ones.
Now, here’s the kicker: a 10-minute pre-gym charge gave me nearly four hours of music. Since my gym sessions are two hours long, that’s two days of epic beats from a coffee-break top-up. Full charging takes a hefty two hours, but just throw them on the charger when you’re chilling.
Verdict
All in all, the Redmi Buds 6 offer great value for money, delivering excellent sound quality at their price, along with a range of features and extraordinary battery life.
While the Active Noise Cancellation might not be top-tier and could struggle with Enhanced Treble audio preset, it’s still a great deal for the price.
The earbuds stayed in place throughout my sweaty workout, and they fit comfortably in my gym pants. One tip: go for the Spectre Black colour to keep them looking fresh without the constant cleaning I had to deal with.
If you’re working with a tight budget and need a solid and reliable buds under Rs 3,000, these are definitely worth considering. However, if you’re someone who’s more into stylish earbuds, the CMF Buds Pro 2 by Nothing are the way to go.
