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Haylou Mori Pro 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.

  • Haylou Mori Pro
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
71
84
Sound
6.4
7.4
Noise cancelling
5.7
7.8
Battery
7.0
9.0
Calls
6.2
7.8
Value
9.3
9.8
Price (USD)
$24
$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 Haylou Mori Pro (2025). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Mori Pro2025
  • CMF Buds Neo20261 yr newer
What differsMori ProCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Level on: USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Mori ProCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$24
$22
HearWiki score
71
84
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
12 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.4
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Latency
60 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
5 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
28 h
52 h
Full charge time
90 min
10 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
touch
-
Weight
4 g
-
Case weight
39 g
-
Water resistance
IPX4
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Haylou Mori Pro

The Haylou Mori Pro delivers a compelling mix of hybrid active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.4, and customizable sound in a very affordable package. It offers solid battery life with its charging case and a comfortable, secure fit, making it a strong value for budget-conscious listeners. While its performance is respectable for the price, it doesn't aim to compete with premium flagship models.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the cost
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
  • Con:Sound quality is good but not class-leading
  • Con:ANC performance is decent, not premium-level
  • Con:No wireless charging support

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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