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Haylou GT1 vs Nothing CMF Buds 2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds 2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds 2 - Outstanding overall at around $37.

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.

  • Haylou GT1
  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
HearWiki score
57
82
Sound
6.0
7.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
2.8
8.8
Calls
4.0
6.5
Value
-
9.4
Price (USD)
$36
$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 Haylou GT1 (2019). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0 and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection and Transparency mode.

  • GT12019
  • CMF Buds 220256 yr newer
What differsGT1CMF Buds 2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX5
IP55

Level on: Top codec.

Specifications

GT1CMF Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$36
$37
HearWiki score
57
82
Released
2019
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
7.2 mm dynamic
11 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
7.2 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
Codecs
AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
65 ms
110 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
4 h
13.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
-
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
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
3.9 g
4.5 g
Case weight
-
41.5 g
Water resistance
IPX5
IP55
USB-C
No
Yes
Microphones
2
6
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Haylou GT1

The Haylou GT1 is an ultra-affordable true wireless option that pairs a compact, pocket-friendly charging case with a comfortable fit and easy touch controls. Its sound leans toward a balanced profile with a bass-forward tilt, making it a practical everyday choice for budget-minded listeners. While it lacks premium extras like noise cancellation or app support, its low price and solid basics make it a strong value pick.

  • Pro:Very affordable price point
  • Pro:Compact and portable charging case
  • Pro:Comfortable fit with touch controls
  • Con:Battery life is modest at around 4 hours
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ options

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

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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