CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 vs Philips TAE2146WT/00
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
CMF BY NOTHING
80 Overall Score
vs
Philips TAE2146WT/00
Philips
21 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The CMF Buds 2 are widely praised for delivering excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price. Users highlight the rich bass, clear vocals, and solid ANC performance that rivals more expensive models. While some note the bass can be slightly overpowering and the touch controls have limited customization, the overall value is considered outstanding. The long battery life, USB-C charging, and premium build further cement these as a top budget choice.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with rich bass
- Effective noise cancellation for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life with USB-C charging
- Premium build and design
Cons
- Bass can be slightly overpowering
- Limited touch control customization
- Case lacks functional dial
- Case is somewhat bulky
- No Google Fast Pair support
Sound quality 9
Noise cancellation 7
Value for money 8
Comfort and fit 5
Battery life 4
Build quality 5
Philips TAE2146WT/00
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 | Philips TAE2146WT/00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Codecs | CMF By Nothing Buds 2 48dB Hybrid ANC True Wireless Earbuds, Strong and Comfort Noise Cancelling, Ultra Bass and Dirac Sound, in-Ear Detection, 55H Playtime, 6ENC Mics, Bluetooth 5.4Light Green | Philips, Earphone with Microphone, TAE2146WT/00, Wired USB-C 4.9 ft, in-Ear Headset, White |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Philips TAE2146WT/00
- Strong affordability (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 21.060score per dollar
vs
Philips TAE2146WT/000.741score per dollar
CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: CMF BY NOTHING Buds 2
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 32 specs.
