Over-Ear
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
84Great
$140
Full review dataNothing CMF Headphone Pro vs SoundPEATS Cove Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Headphone Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nothing CMF Headphone Pro - Great overall at around $140.
Over-Ear
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
78Great
$70
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery9.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.5
Calls7.0
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | Nothing CMF Headphone Pro | SoundPEATS Cove Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $140 | $70 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm custom nickel-plated dynamic drivers | 40mm titanium-plated dynamic driver |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 120 ms | 60 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 100 h | 95 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 50 h | 58 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 126 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 8 h | 10 min = 11 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 283 g | 250 g |
| Water resistance | IPX2 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | Yes |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 5 | 7 |
| Call noise reduction | 3-mic ENC architecture | AI call noise reduction / 7-mic array |
What reviewers said
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
The CMF Headphone Pro from Nothing is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that punches well above its price point, offering a robust feature set including hybrid ANC, LDAC support, multipoint Bluetooth, and an impressive 100-hour battery life with ANC off. Its sound is lively and well-tuned for the price, while the build and controls feel solid for the cost, though some compromises exist in water resistance and EQ customization. Overall, it's a standout value pick for anyone seeking long battery life and capable noise cancellation without spending a fortune.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 100 hours
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC codec
- Con:Basic IPX2 water resistance only
- Con:EQ customization is limited
- Con:Not foldable for easy portability
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
The SoundPEATS Cove Pro is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone that packs an impressive feature set, including adaptive ANC, LDAC support, and a staggering 95-hour battery life. It offers solid sound quality, comfortable fit, and modern Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, making it a standout value option in its price range. While it lacks transparency mode and relies on physical buttons, its overall performance and features punch well above its class.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 95 hours
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and LDAC support at a budget price
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable design with IPX4 rating
- Con:No transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Con:Physical buttons may not suit all users
- Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
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