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Moondrop EDGE2 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 $140.

Score breakdown

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

Moondrop EDGE2
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.5
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery9.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Moondrop EDGE2 vs Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
SpecMoondrop EDGE2Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$89$140
HearWiki score76 / 100 · Great84 / 100 · Great
Released20262025
Audio
Driver40mm dynamic driver with wooden dome composite diaphragm40mm custom nickel-plated dynamic drivers
Driver size40 mm40 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance-16 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth6.05.4
Bluetooth version6.05.4
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC, LHDCAAC, SBC, LDAC
Multipoint pairingYesYes
Latency-120 ms
Wireless range-10 m
Battery
Battery life-100 h
Battery life (ANC on)-50 h
Battery incl. case22.5 h-
Full charge time72 min120 min
Quick charge-5 min = 8 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYesYes
ANC typehybridhybrid
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appYesYes
Custom EQYesYes
Wear detectionYesYes
Controls-both
Design
Weight-283 g
Water resistancenoneIPX2
Foldable-No
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones45
Call noise reductionAI ENC3-mic ENC architecture

What reviewers said

Moondrop EDGE2

The Moondrop EDGE2 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone that mixes solid sound quality, adaptive noise cancellation, and a very long 50-hour battery life with broad codec support like LDAC and LHDC. Its 40mm wooden-dome drivers deliver a near-neutral, smooth signature that impresses for the price, but usability quirks like button layout and audible ANC hiss keep it from being a flawless all-rounder. Overall, it's a capable value pick for those who prioritize battery and codecs over polish.

  • Pro:Excellent ~50-hour battery life
  • Pro:Supports LDAC, LHDC, AAC, and SBC codecs
  • Pro:Smooth, near-neutral sound with good detail for the price
  • Con:ANC introduces noticeable hiss in quiet environments
  • Con:Button layout can be awkward to use
  • Con:Budget build and finish show compromises

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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