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HiFiMAN HE 600 vs Nothing CMF Headphone Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Headphone Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Headphone Pro - Great overall at around $79.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Nothing CMF Headphone Pro leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • HiFiMAN HE 600
  • Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
HearWiki score
74
84
Sound
8.0
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
8.5
Battery
-
9.5
Calls
-
7.5
Value
7.5
9.0
Price (USD)
$800
$79

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?

Same generation

Both shipped in 2025. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Nothing CMF Headphone Pro adds USB-C.

  • HE 6002025
  • CMF Headphone Pro2025
What differsHE 600CMF Headphone Pro

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes

Specifications

HE 600CMF Headphone Pro
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$800
$79
HearWiki score
74
84
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
100 mm planar magnetic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
planar
dynamic
Driver size
100 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
8 Hz - 65 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
neutral
-
Impedance
28 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
-
5.4
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Latency
-
120 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
-
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
50 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
-
5 min → 8 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
both
Weight
389 g
283 g
Water resistance
-
IPX2
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Balanced connection
Yes
-
Microphones
-
5
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
3-mic ENC

What reviewers said

HiFiMAN HE 600

The HiFiMAN HE600 is an open-back planar headphone that modernizes the classic HE6 concept with a lighter build and easier amplification needs, while retaining a clean, detailed, and balanced sonic character. It offers strong technical performance for its price, though its tight clamping force and slight shortfall in sheer tactility compared to its predecessor are notable trade-offs.

  • Pro:Clean, well-extended bass with good detail
  • Pro:Natural and articulate mids with smooth treble
  • Pro:More practical to drive than the original HE6
  • Con:Strong clamping force reduces comfort
  • Con:Not a full upgrade over the HE6 in depth and tactility
  • Con:Still requires decent amplification to shine

Nothing CMF Headphone Pro

The CMF Headphone Pro from Nothing is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that punches well above its price point, offering a robust feature set including hybrid ANC, LDAC support, multipoint Bluetooth, and an impressive 100-hour battery life with ANC off. Its sound is lively and well-tuned for the price, while the build and controls feel solid for the cost, though some compromises exist in water resistance and EQ customization. Overall, it's a standout value pick for anyone seeking long battery life and capable noise cancellation without spending a fortune.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 100 hours
  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC codec
  • Con:Basic IPX2 water resistance only
  • Con:EQ customization is limited
  • Con:Not foldable for easy portability

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

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