CMF By Nothing Buds 2 Plus in Kenya
The Nothing CMF Buds 2 Plus price in Kenya is KES 8,600 with a 2-year warranty included. The CMF Buds 2 Plus are the flagship wireless earbuds in CMF by Nothing's 2025 lineup, sitting above the CMF Buds 2 and Buds 2a in the range. They are true wireless in-ear earbuds built around a 12mm LCP driver with N52 magnets, 50dB hybrid ANC with a 5,400Hz ultra-wide noise cancellation range, LDAC Hi-Res Audio certification, Audiodo personalised hearing profiles, 6 microphones with Clear Voice Technology 3.0, 61.5 hours of total battery life with 14 hours per charge (ANC off), and Smart Adaptive ANC that adjusts automatically to the environment.
Nothing CMF Buds 2 Plus Features:
- 50dB hybrid ANC with 5,400Hz ultra-wide range: The Buds 2 Plus carry a 50dB ANC specification with a 5,400Hz effective noise cancellation frequency range. This is broader than the CMF Buds Pro 2's 50dB at 5,000Hz, meaning the Buds 2 Plus cancel a wider band of environmental noise including higher-frequency sounds like voices and vehicle interiors. The Smart Adaptive Mode automatically adjusts the ANC level based on your current environment, rather than requiring manual switching between preset modes. For Kenyan commuters on matatus, professionals in open offices, and travellers at JKIA, the ANC performance is meaningfully strong for the price.
- 12mm LCP driver with N52 magnets and high-purity copper for studio-quality sound: The 12mm Liquid Crystal Polymer driver is larger than the 11mm driver in the CMF Buds Pro 2. LCP diaphragms are valued for their rigidity and light weight, which enables faster transient response and broader frequency reproduction than standard polymer alternatives. The N52 magnet grade and high-purity copper voice coil contribute to the driver's sensitivity and resolution.
- LDAC Hi-Res Audio certification with 61.5 hours battery life: LDAC transmits wireless audio at up to 990kbps, approximately three times the throughput of standard SBC Bluetooth, delivering hi-res audio quality to LDAC-compatible Android phones. GSMArena's testing confirmed CMF's stated 14-hour battery (AAC, ANC off) with actual results of 14 hours 23 minutes, and 8 hours 34 minutes on LDAC. The total 61.5 hours with the case is the best battery life in the CMF 2025 earbud range. With ANC enabled, the total extends to 33 hours.
- Audiodo personalised hearing calibration: The Nothing X app guides users through a 5-frequency auditory test that measures individual hearing response across different frequencies, then applies a personal equaliser profile calibrated specifically to the listener's hearing characteristics. This means the sound profile is adapted to compensate for each person's unique hearing sensitivity rather than applying a generic factory EQ. The feature is particularly useful for users who have noticed they hear certain frequencies differently or have mild hearing differences between ears.
- 6 microphones with Clear Voice Technology 3.0 and Wind Noise Reduction 3.0: The six microphones (three per earbud) with CVT 3.0 and WNR 3.0 handle call clarity in outdoor environments, and the six-microphone array is the same configuration as the CMF Buds Pro 2.
- Spatial Audio with HRTF, gaming Low Lag Mode, and ChatGPT access: HRTF-powered Spatial Audio processes audio to simulate three-dimensional positioning in stereo content for music, gaming, and video. Low Lag Mode reduces gaming latency to 40ms on Nothing OS phones and 105ms on standard Android phones. ChatGPT voice access via the Nothing X app allows direct AI assistant queries from the earbuds on compatible Nothing devices.
Full Specifications:
| Model | Nothing CMF Buds 2 Plus |
| Brand | Nothing |
| Type | True wireless in-ear earbuds (stem design) |
| Driver | 12mm LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) diaphragm, N52 magnets, high-purity copper voice coil |
| ANC | 50dB hybrid ANC, 5,400Hz ultra-wide range, Smart Adaptive Mode |
| ANC Modes | Smart Adaptive, Maximum ANC, Transparency |
| Microphones | 6 HD microphones (3 per bud), Clear Voice Technology 3.0, Wind Noise Reduction 3.0 |
| Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Hi-Res Certification | Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified (LDAC) |
| Personalised Audio | Audiodo 5-frequency hearing calibration |
| Spatial Audio | Yes, HRTF-powered |
| Battery (Buds, ANC Off, AAC) | 14 hours (GSMArena confirmed 14h 23min) |
| Battery (Buds, ANC On, AAC) | 7.5 hours |
| Battery (Buds, ANC Off, LDAC) | 8 hours (GSMArena confirmed 8h 34min) |
| Total Battery (ANC Off, AAC) | 61.5 hours with case |
| Total Battery (ANC On, AAC) | 33 hours with case |
| Call Time (Buds, ANC Off) | 8 hours |
| Water Resistance | IP55 earbuds, IPX2 charging case |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes (2 devices simultaneously) |
| Gaming Latency | 40ms (Nothing OS phones), 105ms (standard Android) |
| App | Nothing X (iOS and Android) |
| App Features | EQ, ANC modes, Ultra Bass, personal sound, find earbuds, ChatGPT access, low-latency toggle |
| Ear Tip Sizes | S, M, L silicone |
| Case Dial | Decorative aluminium dial (non-functional for controls) |
| Charging | USB-C (case) |
| Fast Charging | Yes (10 minutes for extra play time, confirm exact time with Nothing X) |
| Colours | Blue, Light Gray |
| Compatibility | iOS 13 and above, Android 6.0 and above |
| Warranty | 2 years (Smartphones Planet Kenya) |
| Price in Kenya | KES 8,600 |
Battery Life Detail:
| Mode | Buds Only | Total with Case |
|---|---|---|
| AAC, ANC Off | 14 hours | 61.5 hours |
| AAC, ANC On | 7.5 hours | 33 hours |
| LDAC, ANC Off | 8 hours | 36 hours |
| LDAC, ANC On | 5.5 hours | 25 hours |
| Call Time, ANC Off | 8 hours | 34 hours |
| Call Time, ANC On | 6.5 hours | 29 hours |
Pros:
- 50dB ANC with 5,400Hz ultra-wide range, best in CMF 2025 lineup
- Smart Adaptive ANC adjusts automatically
- LDAC Hi-Res Audio: Flagship sound
- 12mm LCP driver with N52 magnets for rich, detailed sound
- 61.5 hours total battery (ANC off), 33 hours with ANC on
- 14 hours per charge (ANC off) - confirmed accurate by GSMArena
- Audiodo personalised hearing calibration
- HRTF Spatial Audio
- 6 microphones with CVT 3.0 and WNR 3.0
- IP55 earbuds (dust and water resistant)
- Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint
- 40ms gaming latency on Nothing OS phones
- ChatGPT voice access via Nothing X app
- Premium fit and finish for the price
- 2-year warranty from Smartphones Planet Kenya
Cons:
- Dial is decorative only, not functional for controls
- Audio quality without LDAC (AAC/SBC) is notably weaker
- iPhone users and non-LDAC Android phones get reduced sound quality
- 105ms gaming latency on standard Android (not Nothing OS)
- IPX2 case only (not IP55)
- No wireless charging for the case
- Bass-heavy tuning may not suit all listeners
- ChatGPT access limited to Nothing phones
- Two colours only: Blue and Light Gray
Why Buy from Smartphones Planet Kenya?
- Original Nothing CMF product, not a replica or uncertified alternative
- 2-year warranty included at no extra cost
- KES 8,600: 50dB ANC, LDAC, 61.5hr battery, Audiodo personal sound
- Countrywide delivery across Kenya
- Pay on delivery available (T&Cs apply)
- Order via WhatsApp: +254 719 889659
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