True Wireless
DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS
38Weak
$15
Full review dataDFOI AirBuds/ M72C 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.
True Wireless
Nothing CMF Buds Neo
84Outstanding
$22
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.
- DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS
- Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
38
84
Sound
4.2
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
2.8
9.0
Calls
6.0
7.8
Value
-
9.8
Price (USD)
$15
$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 DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS (2019). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None.
- AirBuds/ M72C TWS2019
- CMF Buds Neo20267 yr newer
What differsAirBuds/ M72C TWSCMF Buds Neo
- ANC type
- None
- Adaptive
Platform
Specifications
AirBuds/ M72C TWSCMF Buds Neo
- Type
- True Wireless
- True Wireless
- Price (USD)
- $15
- $22
- HearWiki score
- 38
- 84
- Released
- 2019
- 2026
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- -
- 12.4 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- -
- dynamic
- Driver size
- -
- 12.4 mm
- Drivers per side
- -
- 1
- Bluetooth
- 5.0
- -
- Codecs
- SBC
- -
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- -
- Battery life
- 3 h
- 11 h
- Battery incl. case
- 15 h
- 52 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 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
- Water resistance
- IPX5
- -
- USB-C
- -
- Yes
- Microphones
- -
- 4
- Call noise reduction
- -
- Yes
What reviewers said
DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS
These budget true wireless earbuds prioritize a punchy, bass-forward sound signature that will appeal to fans of a thumping low-end. While their design feels dated and bulky, they deliver reliable pairing, stable connectivity, and surprisingly clear call quality for the price. With an IPX5 rating and a compact case, they're a straightforward option for bass lovers on a tight budget.
- Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound for low-end lovers
- Pro:Reliable Bluetooth 5.0 pairing and stable connection
- Pro:Good call quality for the price
- Con:Bulkier, dated design that sticks out from ears
- Con:Only SBC codec support
- Con:Battery life is short at 3 hours per charge
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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