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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs SoundPEATS Mini Pro: 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.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • SoundPEATS Mini Pro
HearWiki score
84
56
Sound
7.4
6.5
Noise cancelling
7.8
5.8
Battery
9.0
4.4
Calls
7.8
5.7
Value
9.8
5.2
Price (USD)
$22
$14

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 SoundPEATS Mini Pro (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Custom EQ.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Mini Pro2022
What differsCMF Buds NeoMini Pro

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoMini Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$14
HearWiki score
84
56
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
94 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.2
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
5 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
21 h
Full charge time
10 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.7 g
Case weight
-
36.8 g
Water resistance
-
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

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

SoundPEATS Mini Pro

The SoundPEATS Mini Pro are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in hybrid active noise cancellation, aptX Adaptive support, and an IPX5 rating for a very low price. They offer a comfortable fit, solid sound quality, and a compact design, making them a strong everyday value pick despite a few compromises like the lack of multipoint and wireless charging.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive codec
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Con:Only 5 hours of battery per charge
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:No wireless charging case

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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