Weight
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- 6.1 g per earbud
- CMF Ear B173
- 5.2 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
PlayStation PS5 Pulse Explore vs CMF Ear B173
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  PS5 Pulse Explore Wireless Earbuds
KSh 23,000In Stock | 02  CMF Ear (3) B173
KSh 21,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The CMF Ear B173 is the stronger choice: it has active noise cancellation, is lighter on the head and has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings, while the PS5 Pulse Explore is slimmer.
Connections
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
- CMF Ear B173
- Bluetooth connection
Fit
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- Silicone ear tips
- CMF Ear B173
- Three pairs of ear tips
Battery life
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- Up to 15 hours with the case
- CMF Ear B173
- Up to 5.5 hours
Two devices
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- Simultaneous PlayStation Link and Bluetooth audio
- CMF Ear B173
- Stays connected to two devices
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
PS5 Pulse Explore
- Slimmer: 19 mm thick (vs 20.75 mm).
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
CMF Ear B173
- Active noise cancellation.
- Transparency / ambient mode.
- Case wireless charging.
- Lighter: 5.2 g each (vs 6.1 g).
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
- Lower price: KSh 21,500 (vs KSh 23,000).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | PS5 Pulse Explore | CMF Ear B173 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips | Three pairs of ear tips |
| Weight | 6.1 g per earbud | 5.2 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 15 hours with the case | Up to 5.5 hours with ANC |
| Two devices | Simultaneous PlayStation Link and Bluetooth audio | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Pinch controls on earbuds |
| Noise cancellation | No noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Case wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Drivers | Planar magnetic drivers | 12mm dynamic driver |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have virtual surround sound.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same case battery life: included in the total battery-life figures above.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
For most buyers the CMF Ear B173 is the better buy; the PS5 Pulse Explore makes sense if you want a slimmer build.
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