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1MORE ComfoBuds 2 vs Nothing CMF Buds Neo: 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.

  • 1MORE ComfoBuds 2
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
64
84
Sound
5.7
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
6.5
9.0
Calls
5.8
7.8
Value
7.2
9.8
Price (USD)
$32
$22

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 1MORE ComfoBuds 2 (2021). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • ComfoBuds 22021
  • CMF Buds Neo20265 yr newer
What differsComfoBuds 2CMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

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

Specifications

ComfoBuds 2CMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$32
$22
HearWiki score
64
84
Released
2021
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
13.4 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
13.4 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
28 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.2
-
Codecs
AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Latency
100 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
24 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
-
52 h
Full charge time
-
10 min
Quick charge
15 min → 6 h
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
4.3 g
-
Case weight
26.9 g
-
Water resistance
IPX5
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
ENC
-

What reviewers said

1MORE ComfoBuds 2

The 1MORE ComfoBuds 2 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that prioritize comfort and clear sound, making them a solid AirPods alternative. They offer solid battery life and a lightweight design, but their performance is sensitive to fit and call quality is a notable weak point.

  • Pro:Very comfortable and lightweight
  • Pro:Clear, balanced sound for the price
  • Pro:Long total battery life of 24 hours
  • Con:Call quality is below average
  • Con:Sound depends heavily on getting a proper fit
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode

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

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

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