Weight
- CMF Ear B173
- 5.2 g per earbud
- JBL Tour Pro 2
- 12.2 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
CMF Ear B173 vs JBL Tour Pro 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  CMF Ear (3) B173
KSh 21,500In Stock | 02  JBL Tour Pro 2
KSh 23,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The CMF Ear B173 has faster recharging (1.17 hours), is lighter on the head and has larger 12 mm drivers, while the JBL Tour Pro 2 has better water and dust protection (IPX5) and lasts longer between charges (up to 40 hours).
Connections
- CMF Ear B173
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- JBL Tour Pro 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Fit
- CMF Ear B173
- Three pairs of ear tips
- JBL Tour Pro 2
- Ear tips included
Battery life
- CMF Ear B173
- Up to 5.5 hours
- JBL Tour Pro 2
- Up to 40 hours
Controls
- CMF Ear B173
- Pinch controls on earbuds
- JBL Tour Pro 2
- Touch Control
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
CMF Ear B173
- Recharges faster: 1.17 hours (vs 2 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Lighter: 5.2 g each (vs 12.2 g).
- Larger drivers: 12 mm (vs 10 mm).
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
- Lower price: KSh 21,500 (vs KSh 23,500).
JBL Tour Pro 2
- IPX5 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 5.5 hours).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | CMF Ear B173 | JBL Tour Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Three pairs of ear tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 5.2 g per earbud | 12.2 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 5.5 hours with ANC | Up to 40 hours |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Pinch controls on earbuds | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IPX5 water and dust resistance |
| Charging time | 70 minutes wired, 120 minutes wirelessly | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 12mm dynamic driver | 10 mm dynamic drivers |
| Impedance | 32 ohms | 16Ω |
| App support | Nothing X | JBL Headphones app |
| Voice assistant | Charging-case Talk button activates voice assistant | Yes |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Yes | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case features | Protective charging case | Smart case |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
Get the CMF Ear B173 if you want faster recharging and a lighter fit, or the JBL Tour Pro 2 if you would rather have better water and dust protection and longer battery life.
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