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Baseus Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth Earbuds 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.

  • Baseus Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth Earbuds
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
58
84
Sound
5.3
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
5.2
9.0
Calls
5.4
7.8
Value
6.5
9.8
Price (USD)
$31
$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 Baseus Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth Earbuds (2021). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth Earbuds2021
  • CMF Buds Neo20265 yr newer
What differsBowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth EarbudsCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth EarbudsCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$31
$22
HearWiki score
58
84
Released
2021
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Battery life
5 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
25 h
52 h
Full charge time
90 min
10 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
-
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Baseus Bowie WM01 TWS Bluetooth Earbuds

The Baseus Bowie WM01 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that prioritize everyday convenience and portability. They offer a bass-forward sound signature, a compact charging case, and a total battery life of up to 25 hours with the case, making them a practical choice for casual listeners on a tight budget. While they lack active noise cancellation and premium build quality, they provide solid value for the price.

  • Pro:Affordable price point
  • Pro:Compact and portable design
  • Pro:Good battery life with charging case
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Weak audio quality in some reviews
  • Con:Finicky touch controls

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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