Nothing CMF Phone 1

Attractive, fun design ; Very accessible price point ; Big, bright and vibrant display

Second camera is only for depth sensing ; IP52 rating means little moisture protection ; Slow charging

While Nothing’s CMF Phone 1 won’t be competing with some of the most capable phones around, its modular design charm, attractive Android user interface and solid everyday performance all punch well above its £209 price point.

Unique, standout design with a focus on customizability, repairability and sustainability.

No charger in the box.

We have no doubt that the CMF Phone 1 will find its fanbase.

Excellent performance. Solid camera. Two-day battery life. Sharp and bright AMOLED screen. Well-designed software with good software support. Fun accessories and unique design.

Spotty band support in the US. No NFC.

Unique and stylish design ; Bloat-free operating system ; Solid performance ; Fun accessories ; Excellent value

No NFC ; Only IP52 rated ; Simple camera setup

The CMF Phone 1 is the most stylish and interesting design to hit the budget market in years. It’s not perfect, but if you want something different, and don’t want to spend the big bucks, it’s certainly the way to go.

Performance and longevity you don’t expect for the money ; Eye-pleasing OLED display from a class above ; Screw-on accessories a neat design twist

Speaker only mono ; Software update promise could be longer

Proof that decent budget phones still exist. Some clever accessories set the CMF Phone 1 apart from cheap rivals; great performance, long battery life and a gorgeous screen better almost all of ’em.

Unique customisable design ; Clean software ; Good performance

Build quality is average ; Camera is a hit or miss ; No charger inside box

So yes, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 is a game changer when it comes to the design. Not only does it have a good design, it can be customized according to your own taste and preference. While the options are limited at this point, these also offer a lot of...

Swappable rear panel ; Vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display ; performance ; Clean User Interface

No charger in the box ; No stereo speakers ; No dedicated wide-angle or telephoto lens

To conclude, the CMF Phone 1 offers an excellent value-for-money proposition for the users. It is good to see the swappable rear panels that will help change the look of the device. Hopefully, we can get more accessories from the company or third party...

Unique design ; Excellent battery life ; Bloatware-free Nothing OS 2.6 ; Smooth 120 Hz AMOLED screen ; Very decent performance

Only 3 years of updates ; Disappointing camera performance ; Slow wired charging ; No NFC support

Would I recommend the CMF Phone 1 for $199? Yes! The CMF Phone 1 does some things very well. The design is unique, and no other manufacturer offers such a polished look. Battery life is excellent. Screen quality and performance are also very good for...