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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs OPPO Enco Air2: 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
  • OPPO Enco Air2
HearWiki score
84
62
Sound
7.4
5.9
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
9.0
3.8
Calls
7.8
5.8
Value
9.8
7.6
Price (USD)
$22
$24

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 OPPO Enco Air2 (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Enco Air22022
What differsCMF Buds NeoEnco Air2

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoEnco Air2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$24
HearWiki score
84
62
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
13.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
13.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-
128 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.2
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Latency
-
80 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
4 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
24 h
Full charge time
10 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Weight
-
3.5 g
Water resistance
-
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
ETE11
Microphones
4
1
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

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

OPPO Enco Air2

The OPPO Enco Air2 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that deliver punchy, bass-forward audio from 13.4mm drivers, with a lightweight and comfortable fit. They offer practical basics like Bluetooth 5.2, touch controls, and IPX4 sweat resistance, but their short single-charge battery and lack of noise cancellation keep them firmly in entry-level territory. Overall, they are a solid value pick for casual listeners who prioritize sound and portability over advanced features.

  • Pro:Strong, bass-heavy sound for the price
  • Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Pro:Touch controls with app support
  • Con:Only 4 hours of playback per charge
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Call quality is mediocre

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

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