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Moondrop Space Travel 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.

  • Moondrop Space Travel
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
75
84
Sound
8.2
7.4
Noise cancelling
6.8
7.8
Battery
5.2
9.0
Calls
5.9
7.8
Value
9.4
9.8
Price (USD)
$33
$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 Moondrop Space Travel (2023). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Space Travel2023
  • CMF Buds Neo20263 yr newer
What differsSpace TravelCMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

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

Specifications

Space TravelCMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$33
$22
HearWiki score
75
84
Released
2023
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
13 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
13 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
4 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
12 h
52 h
Full charge time
60 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
4.2 g
-
Case weight
42.2 g
-
Water resistance
IPX4
-
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
-
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Moondrop Space Travel

The Moondrop Space Travel is a budget-friendly TWS earbud that punches above its weight with a clear, balanced, and natural sound signature. It includes hybrid active noise cancellation and Bluetooth 5.3, though its battery life is on the shorter side and peak volume is somewhat limited. Overall, it offers strong value for its modest price point.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC
  • Pro:Comfortable and compact design
  • Con:Short battery life (4 hours per charge)
  • Con:Limited peak volume
  • Con:No wireless charging

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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