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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs UGREEN HiTune 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 5 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds 2
  • UGREEN HiTune Pro
HearWiki score
82
65
Sound
7.7
7.0
Noise cancelling
7.8
6.5
Battery
8.8
6.0
Calls
6.5
6.5
Value
9.4
8.0
Price (USD)
$37
$36

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

Nothing CMF Buds 2 (2025) against UGREEN HiTune Pro (2021). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Nothing CMF Buds 2 brings Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3, while the UGREEN HiTune Pro answers with Top codec LDAC against AAC. The Nothing CMF Buds 2 answers on convenience features: it adds Custom EQ, Companion app and Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.

  • CMF Buds 220254 yr newer
  • HiTune Pro2021
What differsCMF Buds 2HiTune Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Top codec
AAC
LDAC

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Level on: ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2HiTune Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$36
HearWiki score
82
65
Released
2025
2021
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 - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
110 ms
80 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
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
4.5 g
4.4 g
Case weight
41.5 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
WS203
Microphones
6
6
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI 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

UGREEN HiTune Pro

The UGREEN HiTune Pro delivers a feature-rich true wireless experience at a budget price, highlighted by hybrid ANC, LDAC support, and Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint. Its 13mm dynamic drivers and six microphones aim to provide solid sound and call quality, while the IPX5 rating and 30-hour total battery life make it a practical daily companion. This is a strong value pick for those seeking premium-like features without the premium cost.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode for versatile listening
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-resolution audio over Bluetooth
  • Pro:Multipoint connection and Bluetooth 5.3 for reliable use
  • Con:No wireless charging despite premium feature set
  • Con:No custom EQ available for sound tuning
  • Con:Battery life per charge is modest at 6 hours

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

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