MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 vs Nothing CMF Buds Neo: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $22.

True Wireless

Score breakdown

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

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2
Nothing CMF Buds Neo

HearWiki score

Sound

7.4

Noise cancelling

6.7

7.8

Battery

4.3

9.0

Calls

6.8

7.8

Value

8.7

9.8

Price (USD)

$30

$22

Specifications

SPACE TRAVEL 2CMF Buds Neo

Type: True Wireless; True Wireless
Price (USD): $30; $22
HearWiki score: 73; 84
Released: 2025; 2026
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 13 mm dynamic; 12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 13 mm; 12.4 mm
Drivers per side: -; 1
Bluetooth: 6.0; -
Codecs: SBC, AAC; -
Multipoint pairing: Yes; -
Battery life: 7 h; 11 h
Battery incl. case: 24 h; 52 h
Full charge time: -; 10 min
Quick charge: -; 10 min → 5.5 h
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: -; adaptive
Companion app: -; Yes
Custom EQ: -; Yes
USB-C: -; Yes
Microphones: -; 4
Call noise reduction: -; Yes

Specification comparison of MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 vs Nothing CMF Buds Neo
Spec	MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2	Nothing CMF Buds Neo
Type	True Wireless	True Wireless
Price (USD)	$30	$22
HearWiki score	73 / 100 Great	84 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2025	2026
Audio
Driver	13 mm dynamic	12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	13 mm	12.4 mm
Drivers per side	-	1
Wireless
Bluetooth	6.0	-
Codecs	SBC, AAC	-
Multipoint pairing	Yes	-
Battery
Battery life	7 h	11 h
Battery incl. case	24 h	52 h
Full charge time	-	10 min
Quick charge	-	10 min → 5.5 h
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	-	adaptive
Companion app	-	Yes
Custom EQ	-	Yes
Design
USB-C	-	Yes
Calls
Microphones	-	4
Call noise reduction	-	Yes

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 Neo

The CMF Buds Neo deliver impressive value for around $22, combining a punchy, bass-forward sound with surprisingly effective adaptive ANC and marathon battery life of up to 52 hours with the case. They offer a comfortable, lightweight fit, app support with a custom EQ, and quick charging, though some premium conveniences like wear detection are absent. Overall, they stand out as a top budget TWS option for listeners who prioritize bass, battery, and noise cancellation over extra features.

Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound with good volume
Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 52h with case)

Con:No wear detection sensor
Con:Finicky touch controls at times
Con:No physical pairing button on the buds

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