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Nokia Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro 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.

Score breakdown

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

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Nokia Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
58
84
Sound
6.1
7.4
Noise cancelling
5.6
7.8
Battery
7.3
9.0
Calls
7.0
7.8
Value
8.0
9.8
Price (USD)
$37
$22

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

Nothing CMF Buds Neo (2026) against Nokia Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Companion app.

  • Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro2022
  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
What differsClarity Earbuds 2 ProCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Clarity Earbuds 2 ProCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$22
HearWiki score
58
84
Released
2022
2026
Availability
Discontinued
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
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
AAC, LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Battery life
36 h
11 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
-
Battery incl. case
-
52 h
Full charge time
120 min
10 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
Yes
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
8 g
-
Water resistance
IPX4
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes

What reviewers said

Nokia Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro

The Nokia Clarity Earbuds 2 Pro are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in hybrid active noise cancellation, a 13mm dynamic driver, and support for high-quality LDAC audio. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint pairing, and wireless charging, they offer solid connectivity and convenience for the price. Their IPX4 rating and touch controls make them a practical choice for everyday use, though the lack of app support may limit customization.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC for effective noise reduction
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-resolution audio
  • Pro:Multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching
  • Con:No companion app for EQ or firmware updates
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is only 7 hours
  • Con:Limited to 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency response

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

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

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