Connections
- CMF Buds Neo
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- CMF Buds 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Headphones comparison
CMF Buds Neo vs CMF Buds 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  CMF Buds Neo
KSh 6,100In Stock | 02  CMF Buds 2
KSh 6,600In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the CMF Buds Neo if you want Bluetooth 5.4, larger 12.4 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 500 less). Choose the CMF Buds 2 if you want IP55 water resistance, faster recharging (10 minutes) and longer battery life (up to 13.5 hours).
Controls
- CMF Buds Neo
- Touch controls you can customise
- CMF Buds 2
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- CMF Buds Neo
- True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
- CMF Buds 2
- S, M and L silicone ear tips
Battery life
- CMF Buds Neo
- Up to 11 hours ANC off
- CMF Buds 2
- Up to 55 hours with the case
Water resistance
- CMF Buds Neo
- IP54 water and dust resistance
- CMF Buds 2
- IP55 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
CMF Buds Neo
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Larger drivers: 12.4 mm (vs 11 mm).
- Lower price: KSh 6,100 (vs KSh 6,600).
- Connection: Bluetooth wireless.
- Supports spatial audio.
CMF Buds 2
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Recharges faster: 10 minutes (vs 1.17 hours).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 13.5 hours (vs 11 hours).
- Connection: Bluetooth 5.3 with Dual Device Connection.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | CMF Buds Neo | CMF Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | S, M and L silicone ear tips |
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours ANC off | Up to 55 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Connects to two devices at once | Connects to two devices at once |
| Controls | Touch gestures | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging | 10 minutes for up to 3 hours earbuds or 5.5 hours combined with case | 10 minutes provides up to 7.5 hours |
| Software | Nothing X | Works with the Nothing X app |
| Drivers | 12.4 mm dynamic driver, titanium-coated PET dome | 11mm PMI dynamic driver |
| App support | Nothing X | Nothing X App with ChatGPT Integration |
| Voice assistant | Connected device assistant via customizable touch shortcut | Customizable voice-assistant gesture through Nothing X |
| Case features | 460 mAh battery, lanyard hole | Protective charging case |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both connect to two devices at once.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both are made by CMF.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
Choose Buds 2 for IP55 water and dust resistance and longer rated battery life; Buds Neo offers drivers at a lower price.
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