True Wireless
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
82Great
$93
Full review dataCambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs Soundcore Liberty 2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 - Great overall at around $93.
True Wireless
Soundcore Liberty 2
76Great
$54
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Soundcore Liberty 2
Sound8.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 | Soundcore Liberty 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $93 | $54 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 10mm | Diamond-Inspired Drivers |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | - | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | SBC, AAC, aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 16 h | 8 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 10 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 52 h | 32 h |
| Full charge time | 150 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 1.5 h ANC on; 10 min = 2.4 h ANC off | - |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri / Google Assistant | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 6.65 g | - |
| Case weight | 53.3 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | - |
What reviewers said
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver a warm, easy-going sound and a long list of modern conveniences. With adaptive ANC, aptX Lossless support, and a combined 52-hour battery life, they offer strong overall value for listeners who prioritize versatility and endurance. While their performance is solid for the price, some compromises in noise cancellation and transparency modes keep them from being flawless.
- Pro:Very long total battery life with quick-charge support
- Pro:Broad codec support including aptX Lossless
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation for the price
- Con:ANC performance is decent but not class-leading
- Con:Transparency mode is relatively weak
- Con:No specified frequency range from the manufacturer
Soundcore Liberty 2
The Soundcore Liberty 2 over-ear headphones offer a balanced, neutral sound profile with broad codec support including aptX, AAC, and SBC, making them a versatile choice for everyday listening. They provide a comfortable fit and solid battery life, but lack active noise cancellation and multipoint connectivity, which may limit their appeal for some users. Overall, they are a competent wireless option with good audio performance for the price.
- Pro:Neutral, well-balanced sound signature
- Pro:Supports aptX, AAC, and SBC codecs
- Pro:Decent 8-hour battery with 32-hour case total
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No multipoint Bluetooth pairing
- Con:Only 10mm drivers limit bass depth
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