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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs SoundPEATS T3 Pro: 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 4 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
  • SoundPEATS T3 Pro
HearWiki score
82
79
Sound
7.7
6.8
Noise cancelling
7.8
6.2
Battery
8.8
6.2
Calls
6.5
6.8
Value
9.4
9.8
Price (USD)
$37
$20

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 Nothing CMF Buds 2 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against Feed-forward. It also adds Wear detection and Water resistance IP55 against IPX4.

  • CMF Buds 22025
  • T3 Pro2025
What differsCMF Buds 2T3 Pro

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Feed-forward

Everyday features

Wear detection
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX4

Level on: Bluetooth, Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2T3 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$20
HearWiki score
82
79
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
11 mm driver
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
119 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
110 ms
80 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13.5 h
7 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
28 h
Full charge time
93 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
feedforward
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
4.2 g
Case weight
41.5 g
44.5 g
Water resistance
IP55
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
4
Mic sensitivity
-
-35 dBV
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

SoundPEATS T3 Pro

The SoundPEATS T3 Pro delivers impressive value at a budget price, packing active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and multipoint connectivity into a comfortable, lightweight design. With a clear and balanced sound profile, reliable call quality, and solid battery life, it stands out as a strong everyday option for budget-conscious listeners.

  • Pro:Effective feedforward ANC for the price
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit for extended wear
  • Pro:Clear call quality with four microphones
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Battery life is modest at 7 hours per charge
  • Con:SBC and AAC codecs only, no aptX 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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