Archive · 4 Sep 2026
CMF Buds Neo Review Finds Fun Design, Strong Battery, Bass
The CMF Buds Neo are inexpensive wireless earbuds that cost Rs 2,199.
They are made for people who want useful earbuds without spending a lot of money.
Their case has a playful cream-and-orange design that looks different from many cheap earbuds.
The earbuds sound bass-heavy, which can make music feel more powerful.
An app lets users change the sound with six presets or add even more bass.
Noise cancellation helps reduce office sounds, but it does not block every voice or outdoor noise.
The earbuds connected quickly and stayed connected during the review.
Their case provided about four extra charges, and the reviewer recharged it about once every 10 days.
Overall, the reviewer considered them a durable and attractive buy for the price.
The CMF Buds Neo cost Rs 2,199 and target budget-conscious buyers.
Their distinctive cream-and-orange case has a matte finish and a lanyard port, while the earbuds have an IP54 rating.
The earbuds produce bass-forward audio, with six EQ presets and a separate bass-boost option in the Nothing X app.
Adaptive ANC works well against office noise but lets some voices and outdoor sounds through.
After two weeks, the reviewer praised the earbuds’ battery life, connectivity, durability and design, while noting the pairing gestures are not very intuitive.
- Who
- CMF, Nothing’s sub-brand, and the reviewer evaluating the CMF Buds Neo.
- What
- A review of the CMF Buds Neo true wireless earbuds, covering their design, sound, noise cancellation, connectivity and battery life.
- When
- After the reviewer used the earbuds for two weeks.
- Why
- To determine whether the budget earbuds deliver a worthwhile alternative to more expensive models and the reviewer’s Realme Buds T200.
- Price
- Rs 2,199
- Audio profile
- Bass-forward sound with six EQ presets and a dedicated bass-boost option
- Noise cancellation
- Adaptive ANC that works decently indoors but allows some voices and outdoor sounds through
- Durability
- IP54-rated earbuds and an IPX2-rated charging case
- Battery case
- The case provides four additional recharges
- Charging claim
- CMF says a 10-minute charge provides up to 5.5 hours of music playback
- Reviewer verdict
- An attractive, durable and well-priced option with reliable battery life