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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs Skullcandy Indy Evo: 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
  • Skullcandy Indy Evo
HearWiki score
82
56
Sound
7.7
5.2
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
4.3
Calls
6.5
4.6
Value
9.4
6.3
Price (USD)
$37
$33

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 Skullcandy Indy Evo (2020). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0, Top codec AAC against SBC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and Wear detection.

  • CMF Buds 220255 yr newer
  • Indy Evo2020
What differsCMF Buds 2Indy Evo

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
Top codec
AAC
SBC
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2Indy Evo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$33
HearWiki score
82
56
Released
2025
2020
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
11 mm driver
6 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
6 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
105 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
110 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13.5 h
6 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
30 h
Full charge time
93 min
60 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
4.5 g
-
Case weight
41.5 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
1

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

Skullcandy Indy Evo

The Skullcandy Indy Evo are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that deliver competent sound and a secure, comfortable fit, making them a practical choice for everyday use and workouts. They offer a solid total battery life of 30 hours with the charging case and basic IP55 water resistance, though their feature set is limited compared to pricier rivals. Overall, they provide fair value for the price, but their plasticky build and basic controls prevent them from standing out in a crowded market.

  • Pro:Good total battery life with charging case
  • Pro:Secure and comfortable fit for exercise
  • Pro:Decent sound quality for the price
  • Con:Plasticky, cheap-feeling build
  • Con:Limited EQ and app features
  • Con:No aptX or AAC codec 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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