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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs Tronsmart Onyx Pure: 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
  • Tronsmart Onyx Pure
HearWiki score
84
61
Sound
7.4
5.9
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
9.0
6.6
Calls
7.8
4.7
Value
9.8
-
Price (USD)
$22
$20

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 Tronsmart Onyx Pure (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Companion app.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Onyx Pure2022
What differsCMF Buds NeoOnyx Pure

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C, Custom EQ.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoOnyx Pure
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$20
HearWiki score
84
61
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
12.4 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Latency
-
30 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
7 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
32 h
Full charge time
10 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Cortana, Google Assistant, Siri
Weight
-
38 g
Water resistance
-
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
2
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

Tronsmart Onyx Pure

The Tronsmart Onyx Pure are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds with a compact, comfortable design and a lively, bass-forward sound signature that suits casual listening. They offer solid battery life, touch controls, and a built-in EQ with three presets, though they lack advanced features like ANC or app support. Overall, they deliver strong value for the price, especially for those who prioritize energetic audio and simplicity.

  • Pro:Energetic, punchy sound with strong mid-bass
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit for daily use
  • Pro:Good battery life with 7 hours per charge
  • Con:Lacks active noise cancellation and app support
  • Con:Touch controls can be inconsistent
  • Con:Call quality is average at best

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

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