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1MORE Stylish TWS 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 Stylish TWS
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
44
84
Sound
5.8
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
4.4
9.0
Calls
4.5
7.8
Value
6.7
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 Stylish TWS (2019). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds USB-C and Companion app.

  • Stylish TWS2019
  • CMF Buds Neo20267 yr newer
What differsStylish TWSCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Specifications

Stylish TWSCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$32
$22
HearWiki score
44
84
Released
2019
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
7 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
7 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Sound signature
bass-heavy
-
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.0
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
6.5 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
24 h
52 h
Full charge time
70 min
10 min
Quick charge
15 min → 3 h
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
-
Weight
6.2 g
-
Case weight
40.4 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
USB-C
No
Yes
Model code
E1026BT-I
-
Microphones
2
4
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

1MORE Stylish TWS

The 1MORE Stylish TWS earbuds offer a solid true wireless experience with Bluetooth 5.0, aptX and AAC codec support, and a compact 7mm dynamic driver. They deliver a comfortable fit, easy physical button controls, and a total battery life of up to 24 hours with the charging case, making them a practical and balanced choice for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Energetic yet balanced sound
  • Pro:Comfortable fit with easy controls
  • Pro:Good battery life with charging case
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No app support or wireless charging
  • Con:Lacks water resistance rating

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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