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Mpow M30 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.

  • Mpow M30
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
62
84
Sound
6.2
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
3.4
9.0
Calls
4.2
7.8
Value
-
9.8
Price (USD)
$18
$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 Mpow M30 (2020). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • M302020
  • CMF Buds Neo20266 yr newer
What differsM30CMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

M30CMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$18
$22
HearWiki score
62
84
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
6 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Bluetooth
5.0
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
5 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
25 h
52 h
Full charge time
120 min
10 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 5.5 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
touch
-
Weight
4.5 g
-
Case weight
40 g
-
Water resistance
IPX7
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Mpow M30

The Mpow M30 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that prioritize a secure, sport-oriented fit with included ear wings and an IPX7 water-resistance rating. They deliver a clear, energetic sound with decent detail, making them a solid pick for workouts, though their feature set is basic with no ANC, app support, or multipoint connectivity. With around 5 hours per charge and 25 total with the USB-C case, they offer acceptable but not exceptional battery life for the price.

  • Pro:Secure and comfortable sport fit with ear wings
  • Pro:Clear and engaging sound with good detail
  • Pro:IPX7 water resistance for workouts
  • Con:Battery life is only average per charge
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Basic feature set with no app support or EQ

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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