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Haylou GT6 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 5 of 7 measures.

  • Haylou GT6
  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
HearWiki score
69
82
Sound
7.7
7.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
5.0
8.8
Calls
4.8
6.5
Value
6.4
9.4
Price (USD)
$25
$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 GT6 (2021). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.2 and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection, Transparency mode and Custom EQ.

  • GT62021
  • CMF Buds 220254 yr newer
What differsGT6CMF Buds 2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
5.4
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

Level on: Top codec, USB-C.

Specifications

GT6CMF Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$25
$37
HearWiki score
69
82
Released
2021
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
12 mm dynamic
11 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
95 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.2
5.4
Codecs
AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
65 ms
110 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
5.5 h
13.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
20.5 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
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
Yes
Weight
3.9 g
4.5 g
Case weight
-
41.5 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
6

What reviewers said

Haylou GT6

The Haylou GT6 offers impressive sound quality and a comfortable half-in-ear fit at a budget-friendly price, making it a strong contender for those seeking an AirPods-style experience without the premium cost. With a lightweight design, decent battery life, and reliable Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, it delivers solid everyday performance. While it lacks advanced features like active noise cancellation or multipoint pairing, its value-focused approach makes it a compelling pick for budget-conscious listeners.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable half-in-ear design
  • Pro:Reliable Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Single microphone limits call quality in noisy environments
  • Con:No wireless charging or multipoint support

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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