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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs Tronsmart Spunky 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
  • Tronsmart Spunky Pro
HearWiki score
82
50
Sound
7.7
6.0
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
3.9
Calls
6.5
5.6
Value
9.4
-
Price (USD)
$37
$30

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 Tronsmart Spunky Pro (2019). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0 and ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • CMF Buds 220256 yr newer
  • Spunky Pro2019
What differsCMF Buds 2Spunky Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Level on: Top codec, USB-C.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2Spunky Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$30
HearWiki score
82
50
Released
2025
2019
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
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
-
35 Ω
Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
110 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13.5 h
3.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
14 h
Full charge time
93 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
5 min → 0.8 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
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
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
4.5 g
-
Case weight
41.5 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
-

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

Tronsmart Spunky Pro

The Tronsmart Spunky Pro is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud that builds on its predecessor with broad improvements in call quality and sound. It offers a comfortable in-ear fit, responsive touch controls, and the convenience of both USB-C and wireless charging, all wrapped in a friendly, easygoing audio signature. While it lacks active noise cancellation, its IPX5 rating and compact 6mm drivers make it a practical pick for everyday listening and light workouts.

  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
  • Pro:Responsive and reliable touch controls
  • Pro:Supports both USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:Battery life is modest at 3.5 hours per charge
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Limited codec support with only SBC and AAC

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

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