True Wireless
Nothing CMF Buds 2a
78Great
$42
Full review dataNothing CMF Buds 2a vs SoundPEATS Space Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds 2a comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds 2a - Great overall at around $42.
True Wireless
SoundPEATS Space Pro
78Great
$80
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nothing CMF Buds 2a
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery7.0
Calls6.5
Value9.0
SoundPEATS Space Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.0
Calls6.5
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | Nothing CMF Buds 2a | SoundPEATS Space Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $42 | $80 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 12.4mm Bio-fibre | coaxial dual dynamic driver |
| Driver size | 12.4 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | - | 77 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 151 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | 151 h |
| Battery incl. case | 35.5 h | - |
| Full charge time | 89 min | 150 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 5.5 h | 5 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | feedforward | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Yes | supported |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.28 g | 282 g |
| Case weight | 42.75 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI call noise reduction + wind noise reduction |
What reviewers said
Nothing CMF Buds 2a
The Nothing CMF Buds 2a deliver a compelling mix of solid audio performance, adaptive noise cancellation, and long battery life at a very accessible price point. They are a practical pick for budget-conscious listeners who want reliable everyday earbuds with app-based customization, though they come with some expected trade-offs in materials and features.
- Pro:Strong value for the price
- Pro:Adaptive ANC with 42 dB reduction
- Pro:Good battery life with case
- Con:Plasticky build quality
- Con:No in-ear detection
- Con:Limited codec support (AAC, SBC)
SoundPEATS Space Pro
The SoundPEATS Space Pro is a feature-packed wireless over-ear headphone that delivers strong value for its price. It combines hybrid active noise cancellation, LDAC support, and a coaxial dual-driver setup, along with an exceptionally long battery life and versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, USB-C, and AUX. With a low-latency gaming mode and IPX4 water resistance, it's designed to cover a wide range of listening needs.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, even with ANC on
- Pro:Supports LDAC and Bluetooth 5.4 for high-quality wireless audio
- Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode for flexible noise control
- Con:Bulky and heavy at 282g, which may affect comfort over long sessions
- Con:Physical buttons instead of touch controls might feel dated to some
- Con:No official IP rating beyond basic splash resistance
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