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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs QCY T20 AilyPods: 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.

  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
  • QCY T20 AilyPods
HearWiki score
82
62
Sound
7.7
6.1
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
5.4
Calls
6.5
6.8
Value
9.4
6.7
Price (USD)
$37
$34

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 QCY T20 AilyPods (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3 and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection, Transparency mode and Water resistance IP55 against IPX4.

  • CMF Buds 220253 yr newer
  • T20 AilyPods2022
What differsCMF Buds 2T20 AilyPods

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX4

Level on: Top codec, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2T20 AilyPods
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$34
HearWiki score
82
62
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
11 mm driver
13 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
13 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
89 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
110 ms
68 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13.5 h
5.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
20 h
Full charge time
93 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
4.5 g
3.8 g
Case weight
41.5 g
34.4 g
Water resistance
IP55
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
QCY T20 Aillypods
Microphones
6
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

What reviewers said

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

QCY T20 AilyPods

The QCY T20 AilyPods are budget true wireless earbuds that mimic the AirPods 3 design, offering a spacious soundstage and impressive call clarity for the price. While they deliver solid performance for calls and casual listening, the fit and touch controls may require some adjustment, and the lack of ANC means they rely on passive isolation.

  • Pro:Open, airy sound signature
  • Pro:Excellent call quality with four mics
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for many ears
  • Con:Fit can be tricky and insecure for some
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky
  • Con:No active noise cancellation

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

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