True Wireless
CMF Buds 2
78Great
$46
Full review dataCMF Buds 2 vs TRUTHEAR HEXA: 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.
Wired IEMs
TRUTHEAR HEXA
78Great
$25
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
TRUTHEAR HEXA
Sound7.8
Value8.2
Specifications
| Spec | CMF Buds 2 | TRUTHEAR HEXA |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $46 | $25 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 1DD+3BA Hybrid |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 4 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 20.5 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 120 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | - |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13.5 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7.5 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 55 h | - |
| Full charge time | 93 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 4 h (ANC off) | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | hybrid | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 50.5 g | 6 g |
| Case weight | 41.5 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP55 | - |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | - |
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
TRUTHEAR HEXA
The TRUTHEAR HEXA is a hybrid in-ear monitor that combines a single 10mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures to deliver a balanced, neutral-leaning sound with a slight warmth. Priced around $90, it offers a comfortable fit, solid build, and good passive isolation, making it a strong value pick for critical listening, though its bass response is somewhat restrained and the soundstage feels intimate rather than expansive. Its technical performance is competent for the price, but it's not particularly suited for gaming or high-energy activities.
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight design
- Pro:Excellent passive noise isolation
- Pro:Balanced, neutral tuning with a touch of warmth
- Con:Bass is somewhat restrained
- Con:Soundstage is fairly intimate
- Con:Not ideal for gaming due to mediocre imaging
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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