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1MORE E1029BT 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 E1029BT
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
48
84
Sound
6.8
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
2.0
9.0
Calls
4.0
7.8
Value
4.5
9.8
Price (USD)
$40
$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 E1029BT (2020). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • E1029BT2020
  • CMF Buds Neo20266 yr newer
What differsE1029BTCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Specifications

E1029BTCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$40
$22
HearWiki score
48
84
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
14.2 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
14.2 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Bluetooth
5.0
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Battery life
3 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
12 h
52 h
Full charge time
120 min
10 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Water resistance
none
-
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
2
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

1MORE E1029BT

The 1MORE E1029BT true wireless earbuds deliver a notably open and detailed sound signature for their budget-friendly price, powered by 14.2 mm dynamic drivers. They support AAC and aptX codecs for flexible audio playback, but their half-in-ear design may not fit everyone comfortably, and the battery life is on the shorter side at about 3 hours per charge.

  • Pro:Open, highly detailed sound for the price
  • Pro:Supports AAC and aptX codecs
  • Pro:Dual microphones for calls
  • Con:Quirky fit may not suit all ears
  • Con:Short 3-hour single-charge battery life
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or water resistance

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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