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MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 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.

  • MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2
  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
HearWiki score
73
82
Sound
7.4
7.7
Noise cancelling
6.7
7.8
Battery
4.3
8.8
Calls
6.8
6.5
Value
8.7
9.4
Price (USD)
$30
$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?

Half a step newer

Both shipped in 2025. The MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4.

  • SPACE TRAVEL 22025
  • CMF Buds 22025
What differsSPACE TRAVEL 2CMF Buds 2

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.4

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing.

Specifications

SPACE TRAVEL 2CMF Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$30
$37
HearWiki score
73
82
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
13 mm dynamic
11 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
13 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
110 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
7 h
13.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
24 h
55 h
Full charge time
-
93 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.5 g
Case weight
-
41.5 g
Water resistance
-
IP55
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
-
6

What reviewers said

MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2

The MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud that prioritizes sound quality, offering a neutral-to-warm tuning and app-based EQ flexibility. With active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 6.0, and multipoint support, it delivers solid performance for its price, though its build and feature set remain basic. It's a practical pick for listeners who value audio accuracy and customization over premium extras.

  • Pro:Accurate, neutral-to-warm sound signature
  • Pro:App-based EQ and tuning flexibility
  • Pro:Effective ANC for the price
  • Con:Plastic, low-cost build quality
  • Con:No high-res codecs beyond SBC/AAC
  • Con:Limited feature set compared to pricier rivals

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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