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Nothing CMF Buds 2 vs Whizzer B7 Bravopods: 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
  • Whizzer B7 Bravopods
HearWiki score
82
47
Sound
7.7
4.9
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.8
2.5
Calls
6.5
4.9
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 Whizzer B7 Bravopods (2020). The Nothing CMF Buds 2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0 and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.

  • CMF Buds 220255 yr newer
  • B7 Bravopods2020
What differsCMF Buds 2B7 Bravopods

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Level on: Top codec, USB-C.

Specifications

CMF Buds 2B7 Bravopods
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$37
$30
HearWiki score
82
47
Released
2025
2020
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
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 - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
warm
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
4.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
55 h
22.5 h
Full charge time
93 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
Yes
-
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
1
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
noise-cancelling mic

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

Whizzer B7 Bravopods

The Whizzer B7 Bravopods are budget-friendly open-fit true wireless earbuds with a standout green design. They prioritize comfort and a smooth, adequate sound profile over advanced features, making them a solid pick for casual listening at a low price.

  • Pro:Comfortable open-fit design
  • Pro:Distinctive and original look
  • Pro:Steady battery life for the price
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connectivity
  • Con:Battery life is modest at 4.5 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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