Can CMF make its mark in Nepal’s budget TWS segment?

CMF has added the Buds Neo as a new TWS to its lineup in India, bringing a 12.4mm dynamic driver, up to 35dB ANC, and up to 52 hours of total battery life. The new earbuds are focused on delivering an immersive audio experience with active noise cancellation, clear calls, and long battery life while keeping the design simple and practical. In this article, I will discuss this TWS in detail, including the expected CMF Buds Neo price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.
Key Highlights
- The CMF Buds Neo feature a 12.4mm dynamic driver with a titanium-coated PET dome for an immersive audio experience.
- The earbuds come with up to 35dB active noise cancellation with three manual levels and an Adaptive ANC mode.
- The CMF Buds Neo offer up to 11 hours of playback on the earbuds and up to 52 hours with the charging case.
- The earbuds support Bluetooth 6.0, dual connection, Google Fast Pair, and Microsoft Swift Pair for better connectivity.
- The CMF Buds Neo feature four HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology for clearer calls.
CMF Buds Neo Overview
Design and Comfort
Starting with the design, the CMF Buds Neo keep the familiar stem-style design with a clean and simple look. The earbuds are available in “Black”, “White”, and “Dark Blue”, with the White variant featuring “Orange” silicone ear tips and the Dark Blue variant featuring “Teal-colored” ear tips. The CMF Buds Neo in-ear design should provide a secure and comfortable fit, making them suitable for regular use, whether you are listening to music, watching videos, or taking calls throughout the day.

In terms of durability, the earbuds have an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance, while the charging case has an IPX2 rating. This should offer decent protection against dust, water splashes, and sweat during everyday use.

Additionally, the charging case is where CMF adds its usual touch. It features a physical Smart Dial on the side, giving the case a more distinctive look while also making it easier to control certain functions. The dial also adds some character to what a fairly simple case design would otherwise be.
Audio and ANC
Under the hood, the CMF Buds Neo feature a 12.4mm dynamic driver with a titanium-coated PET dome and PEEK + PU surround. The earbuds also support AAC and SBC audio codecs, while CMF has included features such as custom EQ and static spatial audio for a more personalized listening experience.

For calls, the earbuds feature four HD microphones, with two on each earbud, along with Clear Voice Technology to improve voice pickup.
ANC and Connectivity
As for ANC and connectivity, the CMF Buds Neo come with up to 35dB active noise cancellation, with three manual ANC levels and an Adaptive ANC mode. This should make them more useful in places such as public transport, cafes, and busy streets.
Likewise, the earbuds support Bluetooth 6.0, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, and dual connection. There is also a low-latency mode for gaming, while the earbuds can be customized through the Nothing X app.
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Battery and Others
In terms of battery, the CMF Buds Neo pack a 45mAh battery in each earbud, while the charging case houses a 460mAh cell. The earbuds offer up to 11 hours of playback on a single charge with ANC turned off, while the case takes the total listening time to up to 52 hours. With ANC enabled, the earbuds offer up to 8 hours of playback, with the total listening time reaching 30 hours with the case. This should be enough for regular music, podcasts, and calls without needing to charge them too often.

Besides this, the Buds Neo include touch controls, custom EQ, static spatial audio, dual connection, and ultra-low-latency gaming mode. The earbuds also support fast charging, with a 10-minute charge providing up to 5.5 hours of playback.
CMF Buds Neo Specifications:
Design: In-ear fit, stem-style earbuds, physical dial on charging case
- Weight: Unspecified
- Water resistance: IP55 for earbuds, IPX2 for charging case
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 6.0, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, dual connection
- Sound driver: 12.4mm dynamic driver with titanium-coated PET dome and PEEK + PU surround
- Microphone: Four HD microphones, two on each earbud
- Audio codecs: AAC, SBC
- Noise cancellation: Up to 35dB ANC with three manual levels and Adaptive ANC
- Battery: 45mAh per earbud, 460mAh charging case,
- up to 11 hours of playback (buds) / up to 52 hours (with case)
- Control: Touch controls on earbuds, physical Smart Dial on charging case
- Colors: Black, White, and Dark Blue
CMF Buds Neo Price in Nepal and Availability
In India, the CMF Buds Neo has launched at INR 1,999, with sales starting from August 26 through Flipkart and retail partners. If it launches here, we expect the price of the CMF Buds Neo to be NPR 3,499.
| TWS | Price in India (Expected) | Price in Nepal (Expected) |
| CMF Buds Neo | INR 1,999 | NPR 3,499 |
- Meanwhile, you may like our review of the Nothing Phone 4b vs 4a (review).
Article Last updated: August 21, 2026







