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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs Vivo TWS Air2: 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
  • Vivo TWS Air2
HearWiki score
82
65
Sound
7.7
5.8
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
5.8
Calls
6.5
8.1
Value
9.4
6.8
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?

Mixed generations

Both shipped in 2025. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Nothing CMF Buds 2 brings Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3 and ANC type Hybrid against None, while the Vivo TWS Air2 answers with Top codec LC3 against AAC and LE Audio (LC3). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 answers on convenience features: it adds Wear detection, Transparency mode, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • CMF Buds 22025
  • TWS Air22025
What differsCMF Buds 2TWS Air2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Top codec
AAC
LC3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IP54

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2TWS Air2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$33
HearWiki score
82
65
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
11 mm driver
14.2 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
14.2 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LC3
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
110 ms
55 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
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
3.6 g
Case weight
41.5 g
38 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP54
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
2

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

Vivo TWS Air2

The Vivo TWS Air2 are lightweight, semi-in-ear wireless earbuds focused on clear phone calls and simple, practical use. They offer solid battery life, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and support for modern audio codecs, making them a budget-friendly option for everyday listening and communication.

  • Pro:Good call quality indoors and outdoors
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable semi-in-ear fit
  • Pro:Supports multipoint connection
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Limited control options
  • Con:No wireless charging

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

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