100
Stuff
“Affordable internals under a modular skin make the CMF Phone 1 something of a bargain. Nothing's latest isn't perfect, though.”
Publisher score: 5/5 · 24mo ago
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CMF Phone 1
$199 · Modular back / clean Android · 2 years old
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Most positive review signal
“Affordable internals under a modular skin make the CMF Phone 1 something of a bargain. Nothing's latest isn't perfect, though.”
Stuff · 100
Most cautious review signal
“The CMF Phone 1 scores way above the average in categories such as performance, charging, display quality and design, however, it has a lower score for camera quality and software.”
PhoneArena · 55
Tech publication reviews
95
Android CentralRead review ↗
“Nothing figured out how to make cheap phones cool again.”
Publisher score: 4.8/5 · 23mo ago
90
Android PoliceRead review ↗
“Inexpensive doesn't have to equal boring.”
Publisher score: 9/10 · 24mo ago
90
Wired
“I used this $199 smartphone to cover a launch event in Paris and it was nearly flawless.”
Publisher score: 9/10 · 24mo ago
90
Tech AdvisorRead review ↗
“The CMF Phone 1 stands out from the crowd with a unique modular chassis and a healthy dose of the brand's signature style, but should you buy one?”
Publisher score: 4.5/5 · 23mo ago
90
Trusted Reviews
“Its modular design charm, attractive Android user interface and solid everyday performance all punch well above its £209 price point.”
Publisher score: 4.5/5 · 24mo ago
80
Pocket-lintRead review ↗
“The CMF Phone 1 looks like you could have 3D printed some of its components and built it yourself.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 20mo ago
79
91mobilesRead review ↗
“The CMF Phone 1 is competitively priced in India and offers reliable performance and the cleanest user interface in its segment.”
Publisher score: 7.9/10
76
NotebookcheckRead review ↗
“The CMF Phone 1 is an impressive debut smartphone for Nothing's sub-brand, particularly standing out with its unique design.”
Publisher score: 76/100 · 20mo ago
55
PhoneArena
“The CMF Phone 1 scores way above the average in categories such as performance, charging, display quality and design, however, it has a lower score for camera quality and software.”
Publisher score: 5.5/10
Additional review coverage
Tom's GuideCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review
“The CMF Phone 1 proves it has a ton of value with its adaptable design, long battery life, and speedy charging.”
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PhoneArenaCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review
“The CMF Phone 1 scores way above the average in categories such as performance, charging, display quality and design, however, it has a lower score for camera quality and software.”
Source page · 1d ago
Android AuthorityCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review
“The CMF Phone 1 is a clever idea and a great budget phone for international buyers, but I hope Nothing starts to treat the US as more than a beta testing ground.”
Source page · 18mo ago
Pocket-lintCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review
“The CMF Phone 1 looks like you could have 3D printed some of its components and built it yourself.”
Source page · 20mo ago
NotebookcheckCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review
“The CMF Phone 1 is an impressive debut smartphone for Nothing's sub-brand, particularly standing out with its unique design.”
Source page · 20mo ago
Android CentralCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review: The only good $200 phone I
“Nothing figured out how to make cheap phones cool again.”
Source page · 23mo ago
Tech AdvisorCoverage
CMF Phone 1 review: Exactly what the budget market was missing
“The CMF Phone 1 stands out from the crowd with a unique modular chassis and a healthy dose of the brand's signature style, but should you buy one?”
Source page · 23mo ago
WiredCoverage
CMF's Phone 1 Is Better Than Any $199 Smartphone Should Ever Be
“I used this $199 smartphone to cover a launch event in Paris and it was nearly flawless.”
Source page · 24mo ago