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Havit I91 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Havit I91
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
33
84
Sound
2.8
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
2.5
9.0
Calls
2.5
7.8
Value
2.0
9.8
Price (USD)
$20
$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 Havit I91 (2019). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Custom EQ.

  • I912019
  • CMF Buds Neo20267 yr newer
What differsI91CMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes

Level on: Companion app.

Specifications

I91CMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$20
$22
HearWiki score
33
84
Released
2019
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
90 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
-
Codecs
SBC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
3 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
15 h
52 h
Full charge time
90 min
10 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 5.5 h
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
11 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
1
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Havit I91

The Havit I91 presents a tidy, professional-looking exterior, but its performance falls short of expectations. Muffled audio, awkward button controls, and subpar call quality make it a disappointing choice, even for budget-conscious listeners. Its only notable asset is its durable build and respectable battery life from the charging case.

  • Pro:Sturdy, workmanlike design
  • Pro:Compact and lightweight
  • Pro:Decent total battery life with case
  • Con:Muddy, unclear sound
  • Con:Poor call quality
  • Con:Clunky physical 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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