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JLab Go Air Pop 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.

  • JLab Go Air Pop
  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
HearWiki score
68
82
Sound
6.6
7.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
8.5
8.8
Calls
4.3
6.5
Value
7.8
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 JLab Go Air Pop (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.1 and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode and Companion app.

  • Go Air Pop2022
  • CMF Buds 220253 yr newer
What differsGo Air PopCMF Buds 2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.1
5.4
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, Custom EQ.

Specifications

Go Air PopCMF Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$25
$37
HearWiki score
68
82
Released
2022
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
11 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
6 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
103 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.1
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
110 ms
Wireless range
9 m
10 m
Battery life
8 h
13.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
32 h
55 h
Full charge time
132 min
93 min
Quick charge
10 min → 1 h
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
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
Yes
Weight
8.2 g
4.5 g
Case weight
28.1 g
41.5 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
No
Yes
Microphones
2
6

What reviewers said

JLab Go Air Pop

The JLab Go Air Pop offers a compelling mix of long battery life, comfortable fit, and customizable sound through built-in EQ presets at a very accessible price. While it lacks active noise cancellation and premium build materials, its engaging bass-heavy sound and practical features like Bluetooth multipoint make it a strong budget option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life, exceeding expectations in real-world tests
  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight design for extended wear
  • Pro:Three built-in EQ presets for sound customization
  • Con:Sound profile is bass-heavy, which may not suit audiophiles
  • Con:Call quality is limited and can be inconsistent
  • Con:Build feels less premium due to lightweight plastic materials

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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