True Wireless
CMF Buds 2
78Great
$46
Full review dataCMF Buds 2 vs Realme Buds T500 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the CMF Buds 2 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: CMF Buds 2 - Great overall at around $46.
True Wireless
Realme Buds T500 Pro
72Good
$33
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
CMF Buds 2
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.0
Value9.0
Realme Buds T500 Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery9.0
Calls5.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | CMF Buds 2 | Realme Buds T500 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $46 | $33 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | - | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | - | 45 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13.5 h | 13.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7.5 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 55 h | 56 h |
| Full charge time | 93 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 4 h (ANC off) | 10 min = 10 hours playback |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | No |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair | supported via app/phone assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 50.5 g | 9 g |
| Case weight | 41.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI noise reduction |
What reviewers said
CMF Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 are a budget-friendly true wireless pair that deliver punchy, bass-forward sound with a lively treble, making them engaging for music lovers. They pack a surprisingly rich feature set for the price, including hybrid ANC, transparency mode, multipoint connectivity, and long battery life, though call quality in noisy settings and limited codec support hold them back slightly. Overall, they're a strong value pick for those prioritizing fun audio and versatile features over premium extras.
- Pro:Punchy, bass-heavy sound with lively treble
- Pro:Excellent battery life with case (55 hours total)
- Pro:Hybrid ANC and transparency mode for the price
- Con:Only AAC and SBC codecs, no LDAC or Hi-Res support
- Con:ANC is decent but not class-leading
- Con:Call quality suffers in loud environments
Realme Buds T500 Pro
The Realme Buds T500 Pro are affordable wireless earbuds that deliver a lively, engaging sound and impressive battery life for the price. They offer adaptive noise cancellation, Bluetooth multipoint for up to three devices, and a comfortable, water-resistant build, though call quality and noise cancellation performance are only average. The standout features are the fun design, long playtime, and punchy audio, making them a solid budget pick.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with the charging case
- Pro:Engaging and energetic sound signature
- Pro:Comfortable fit with a stylish design
- Con:Noise cancellation is only decent, not outstanding
- Con:Call quality can be inconsistent
- Con:No custom EQ options in the app
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