CMF Buds 2 Plus

CMF Buds 2 Plus – Product Overview

The CMF Buds 2 Plus are premium budget true wireless earbuds from CMF by Nothing. They are designed to offer advanced features like 50dB Active Noise Cancellation, LDAC Hi-Res audio, long battery life, and customizable sound at an affordable price point.

Audio Performance

The Buds 2 Plus focus heavily on high-quality audio for Android users:

• 12mm LCP dynamic drivers
• LDAC Hi-Res Wireless Audio support
• Deep bass with detailed highs
• Personalized sound tuning via Nothing X app
• Spatial Audio effect support

The earbuds are especially praised for delivering sound quality far above their price range.

Noise Cancellation & Listening Modes

The earbuds include advanced ANC features:

• Up to 50dB Active Noise Cancellation
• Smart Adaptive ANC adjustment
• Transparency Mode
• Environmental noise reduction during calls
• Adaptive tuning based on ear fit leakage

ANC performance is considered very strong for the budget segment.

Design & Comfort

Key design features include:

• Lightweight stem-style earbuds
• Compact charging case with CMF design language
• IP55-rated earbuds for sweat and splash resistance
• Comfortable fit for daily wear and workouts
• Available in Light Grey and Blue colorways

The design follows Nothing’s minimalist industrial style.

Battery Life

Battery performance is one of the standout features:

• Up to 14 hours on earbuds alone (ANC off)
• Up to 61.5 hours total with charging case
• Around 33 hours total with ANC enabled
• Fast charging supported
• 10-minute charge ≈ up to 8.5 hours playback with case assistance

Battery results vary depending on ANC and LDAC usage.

Smart Features & Connectivity

The CMF Buds 2 Plus include:

• Bluetooth 5.4
• Multipoint connection support
• Low-latency gaming mode
• Customizable touch controls
• Nothing X app integration
• EQ and Ultra Bass controls

These features make them competitive with more expensive earbuds.

Real-World User Feedback

Community feedback commonly highlights:

Strengths:

• Excellent value for money
• Strong sound quality with LDAC
• Long battery life
• Good ANC performance
• Comfortable lightweight design

Common Criticisms:

• Best experience mainly on Android (LDAC not supported on iPhone)
• Some users report occasional quality-control or durability concerns
• ANC not as refined as premium Sony/Bose models