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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs OnePlus Nord Buds 2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • OnePlus Nord Buds 2
HearWiki score
84
71
Sound
7.4
6.7
Noise cancelling
7.8
5.7
Battery
9.0
6.4
Calls
7.8
6.4
Value
9.8
8.7
Price (USD)
$22
$25

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?

Half a step newer

Nothing CMF Buds Neo (2026) against OnePlus Nord Buds 2 (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Nord Buds 22022
What differsCMF Buds NeoNord Buds 2

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Level on: USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoNord Buds 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$25
HearWiki score
84
71
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-
111 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Latency
-
94 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
7 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
5 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
36 h
Full charge time
10 min
60 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
10 min → 5 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.7 g
Case weight
-
37.5 g
Water resistance
-
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
-
USB-C
Microphones
4
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes

What reviewers said

Nothing CMF Buds Neo

The CMF Buds Neo deliver impressive value for around $22, combining a punchy, bass-forward sound with surprisingly effective adaptive ANC and marathon battery life of up to 52 hours with the case. They offer a comfortable, lightweight fit, app support with a custom EQ, and quick charging, though some premium conveniences like wear detection are absent. Overall, they stand out as a top budget TWS option for listeners who prioritize bass, battery, and noise cancellation over extra features.

  • Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound with good volume
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 52h with case)
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Finicky touch controls at times
  • Con:No physical pairing button on the buds

OnePlus Nord Buds 2

The OnePlus Nord Buds 2 are an affordable pair of true wireless earbuds that pack hybrid active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.3, and solid IP55 durability into a compact design. They offer a long total battery life of up to 36 hours with the case, along with touch controls and a customizable EQ, making them a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners. While they support SBC and AAC codecs and work with multipoint, some advanced features are best experienced on OnePlus devices.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC at a budget price
  • Pro:Long total battery life with case
  • Pro:IP55 water and dust resistance
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:Some features optimized for OnePlus phones

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

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