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CMF Buds 2 vs CMF Buds 2A

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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CMF Buds 2

CMF Buds 2

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Up to 55 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • 10 minutes provides up to 7.5 hours.
KSh 6,500In Stock
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CMF Buds 2A

CMF Buds 2A

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Up to 8 hours per charge.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • Water & dust resistance.
KSh 5,800In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the CMF Buds 2 if you want longer rated battery life (13.5 hours per charge). Choose the CMF Buds 2A if you want Bluetooth 5.4, larger 12.4 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 700 less).

Connections

CMF Buds 2
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
CMF Buds 2A
Bluetooth 5.4 connection

Battery life

CMF Buds 2
Up to 55 hours with the case
CMF Buds 2A
Up to 8 hours per charge

Water resistance

CMF Buds 2
IP55 water and dust resistance
CMF Buds 2A
Water & dust resistance

Software

CMF Buds 2
Works with the Nothing X app
CMF Buds 2A
Nothing X

Charging port

CMF Buds 2
Fast Charging (10 mins = 1.8 hours listening)
CMF Buds 2A
USB-C (case)

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

CMF Buds 2

  • Rated for up to 13.5 hours per charge.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

CMF Buds 2A

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4.
  • Larger drivers: 12.4 mm.
  • Lower price: KSh 5,800 (KSh 700 less).

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CMF Buds 2

  • True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
  • Up to 55 hours with the case.
  • Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Bluetooth 5.3.
  • IP55 water and dust resistance.
  • Works with the Nothing X app.
  • Fast Charging (10 mins = 1.8 hours listening).
  • 11mm PMI dynamic driver.
  • Nothing X App with ChatGPT Integration.

CMF Buds 2A

  • True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
  • Up to 8 hours per charge.
  • Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Bluetooth 5.4.
  • Water & dust resistance.
  • Nothing X.
  • USB-C (case).
  • 12.4mm Bio-fibre Driver.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
BrandCMFCMF
ModelBuds 2Buds 2A
Announced20252025
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorDark Grey, Light Grey, Orange, BlueOrange, Light Grey, Dark Grey

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
Battery LifeUp to 13.5 hours; up to 55 hours with charging caseUp to 8 hours playback
Fast Charging10 minutes provides up to 7.5 hours—
Charging PortFast Charging (10 mins = 1.8 hours listening)USB-C (case)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
ConnectionBluetooth 5.3 with Dual Device ConnectionBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.4
App SupportNothing X App with ChatGPT IntegrationNothing X

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
Special FeaturesDual Connection, Low Lag Mode, Find My EarbudsDirac-tuned audio; Ultra Bass Technology 2.0; low-lag mode

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
Drivers11mm PMI dynamic driver12.4mm Bio-fibre Driver
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC—
Active Noise CancellationHybrid ANC up to 48dBUp to 42dB ANC
Microphones6 HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology 3.0Four microphones total with Clear Voice Technology

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeIncluded in the total battery-life figures aboveIncluded in the total battery-life figures above
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case FeaturesProtective charging caseProtective charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55 earbudsWater & dust resistance

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationCMF Buds 2CMF Buds 2A
Headphones / EarbudsBuds 2 earbudsBuds 2A earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesEar tips/accessories supplied for the product designEar tips/accessories supplied for the product design
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same case battery life: included in the total battery-life figures above.
  • Same controls: touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
  • Both are made by CMF.

In summary

Choose Buds 2 for longer rated battery life; Buds 2A offers drivers at a lower price.

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