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Aukey EP-M3A vs Nothing CMF Buds 2: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Aukey EP-M3A vs Nothing CMF Buds 2, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Nothing CMF Buds 2 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Aukey EP-M3A
  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
HearWiki score
-
82
Sound
-
7.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
-
8.8
Calls
-
6.5
Value
-
9.4
Price (USD)
$30
$37

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Nothing CMF Buds 2 (2025) against Aukey EP-M3A (2024). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3, Top codec AAC against SBC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection, Transparency mode and Water resistance IP55 against IPX4.

  • EP-M3A2024
  • CMF Buds 220251 yr newer
What differsEP-M3ACMF Buds 2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
Top codec
SBC
AAC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

Level on: USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

EP-M3ACMF Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$30
$37
HearWiki score
Not scored
82
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
11 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
6 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
100 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
80 ms
110 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
5 h
13.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
20 h
55 h
Full charge time
90 min
93 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
hybrid
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
7 g
4.5 g
Case weight
35 g
41.5 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
6

What reviewers said

Aukey EP-M3A

The Aukey EP-M3A Move Vibe are true wireless earbuds aimed at casual daily listening, featuring touch controls and a compact, lightweight build. With Bluetooth 5.3 and a 6mm dynamic driver, they deliver straightforward SBC audio without active noise cancellation, relying on passive isolation instead. The IPX4 rating makes them suitable for light workouts or outdoor use, while the 20-hour total battery with the case covers a full day of use.

  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear
  • Pro:Touch controls for easy playback management
  • Pro:IPX4 sweat and splash resistance for active use
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Only SBC codec support limits audio quality
  • Con:No multipoint connection for multi-device use

Nothing CMF Buds 2

The Nothing CMF Buds 2 are an exceptional budget true-wireless option, packing a surprisingly rich feature set for their low price. They deliver engaging sound, robust battery life, and effective hybrid ANC, making them a top-value pick for most listeners.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Strong battery life with ANC off
  • Pro:Effective hybrid active noise cancellation
  • Con:Call performance weak in noisy settings
  • Con:ANC and gaming latency not class-leading
  • Con:No wireless charging support

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