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Noise Buds VS104 vs Nothing CMF Buds Neo: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Noise Buds VS104 vs Nothing CMF Buds Neo, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

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.

  • Noise Buds VS104
  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
HearWiki score
-
84
Sound
-
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
-
9.0
Calls
-
7.8
Value
-
9.8
Price (USD)
$13
$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 Noise Buds VS104 (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.

  • Buds VS1042020
  • CMF Buds Neo20266 yr newer
What differsBuds VS104CMF Buds Neo

Platform

ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Buds VS104CMF Buds Neo
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$13
$22
HearWiki score
Not scored
84
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
2× 13 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
13 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.2
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
6 h
11 h
Battery incl. case
30 h
52 h
Full charge time
60 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
-
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
-
Weight
5 g
-
Case weight
30 g
-
Water resistance
IPX5
-
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
ENC
-

What reviewers said

Noise Buds VS104

The Noise Buds VS104 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds offering a combined 30 hours of playback with the charging case. They feature dual microphones for clearer calls, quick charging support, and an IPX5 rating to handle sweat and light rain, making them a solid pick for everyday use.

  • Pro:Long total battery life of 30 hours with case
  • Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts and light rain
  • Pro:Fast charging via Instacharge technology
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connection for multi-device use
  • Con:Lacks 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

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