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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs TaoTronics TT-BH071 Soundelite 71: 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
  • TaoTronics TT-BH071 Soundelite 71
HearWiki score
82
54
Sound
7.7
4.8
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
7.0
Calls
6.5
5.5
Value
9.4
3.5
Price (USD)
$37
$31

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?

Mixed generations

TaoTronics TT-BH071 Soundelite 71 (2026) against Nothing CMF Buds 2 (2025). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Nothing CMF Buds 2 brings ANC type Hybrid against None, while the TaoTronics TT-BH071 Soundelite 71 answers with Top codec aptX HD against AAC. The Nothing CMF Buds 2 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection and Transparency mode.

  • CMF Buds 22025
  • TT-BH071 Soundelite 7120261 yr newer
What differsCMF Buds 2TT-BH071 Soundelite 71

Platform

Top codec
AAC
aptX HD
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
USB-C
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Specifications

CMF Buds 2TT-BH071 Soundelite 71
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$31
HearWiki score
82
54
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
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
Bluetooth
5.4
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
110 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
13.5 h
18 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
-
Full charge time
93 min
115 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
4.5 g
14.7 g
Case weight
41.5 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
-
USB-C
Yes
No
Microphones
6
1
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
cVc 8.0

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

TaoTronics TT-BH071 Soundelite 71

The TaoTronics SoundElite 71 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that prioritize simplicity and portability. They offer a secure fit with multiple ear tip options, physical buttons for control, and a total battery life of 18 hours. While they lack advanced features like noise cancellation or an app, they support high-quality aptX HD audio for the price.

  • Pro:Supports aptX HD for better wireless audio quality
  • Pro:Lightweight at just 14.7 grams per earbud
  • Pro:Total 18-hour battery life with charging case
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Uses Micro USB instead of USB-C for charging
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ settings

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

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