Budi EP19W true wireless earphones are now available at Mascom International for KSh 2,500, running up to 5 hours of playback on one charge and around 25 hours of total listening time when you count the pocket-sized case. The Budi EP19W connects over Bluetooth with no cable between the two buds and refills through a standard USB-C port. A 15-minute stop in the case returns close to an hour of music. Collect the Budi EP19W at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for countrywide delivery.
Built for students at the University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, and Strathmore who need affordable audio that survives morning lectures and evening online classes. The Budi EP19W also suits sales representatives moving between Westlands and Industrial Area, taking one call after another with both hands busy. Most low-cost earbuds sold in Kenya run flat by lunchtime, or one bud stops holding a connection within weeks. The Budi EP19W answers both complaints with a case reserve that covers a full week of moderate use and a fit that stays put on a bumpy matatu ride.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya stocking unbranded earbuds with no model number and no support path, Mascom International sells the Budi EP19W as a catalogued product with a 12-month warranty and a service counter you can walk into. Users report that the touch surface answers on the first tap, which matters when a call lands while you are standing in a packed matatu. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us battery figures are the first thing they check at this price. Test a pair at our Kimathi Street counter, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Budi EP19W
How long does the Budi EP19W battery actually last?
Each bud runs up to 5 hours of continuous playback, and the charging case holds enough reserve to push total listening time to roughly 25 hours. In practice, a student using them for two hours of lectures and one hour of music daily gets close to a week between wall charges. Call time draws slightly more power than music because the microphone stays active. A 15-minute placement in the case restores about an hour of playback when you are running late.
Is the Budi EP19W worth KSh 2,500 in Kenya's market?
At KSh 2,500 the Budi EP19W sits below almost every branded true wireless option sold in Nairobi, and it carries something most street-market earbuds do not: a model number, a catalogued specification, and a warranty path. Working out the cost across a year of daily use, that is under KSh 7 per day. Anyone spending KSh 800 on unbranded buds three times a year ends up paying more and loses the after-sales cover.
Do the Budi EP19W earphones work with iPhone and Android phones?
Yes. The Budi EP19W pairs with any handset carrying standard Bluetooth, which covers every iPhone, every Samsung Galaxy, and the Tecno, Infinix, and Itel handsets that dominate Kenyan shelves. It also connects to Windows laptops and tablets for Zoom and Microsoft Teams sessions. Pairing takes one step: open the case lid, then select the Budi entry in your phone's Bluetooth list. After the first pairing, the buds reconnect on their own each time the lid opens.
How do the touch controls on the Budi EP19W work?
A touch-sensitive panel sits on the outer face of each bud. A single tap plays or pauses music and answers an incoming call. A longer press ends a call or rejects it before it connects. Repeated taps move between tracks and wake the voice assistant on your handset. Because nothing needs to be pressed physically, you are not pushing a bud deeper into your ear while walking on Kimathi Street or riding a boda through traffic.
Are the Budi EP19W earphones any good for calls in noisy Nairobi conditions?
Each bud carries a built-in microphone, and the in-ear fit blocks a useful amount of surrounding noise passively before it reaches your ear. That combination handles ordinary office and matatu background sound. Standing beside a hooting Tom Mboya Street junction, the caller on the other end will hear some of it, as they would with any earphone at this price. For long client calls in loud settings, step into a quieter spot for the clearest result.
Can I use one Budi EP19W earbud on its own?
Yes. Each bud operates independently, so you can leave one in the case charging and use the other for calls or podcasts. Drivers and riders across Nairobi rely on this because keeping one ear open to traffic is both safer and legal. When the working bud runs low, swap it for the charged one and carry on without stopping. The pair reconnects to each other automatically once both are back out of the case.
How do I charge the Budi EP19W and what cable does it use?
The case charges through a USB-C port using the cable supplied in the box. Any 5V USB output works, including a phone charger, a laptop port, or a power bank on a long upcountry bus trip. The buds themselves charge whenever they sit in the closed case, so there is no separate step. A full case refill takes roughly one to two hours. Mascom International stocks compatible USB-C wall adapters and power banks separately.
What does the Budi EP19W give up against earbuds costing three times more?
The Budi EP19W has no active noise cancellation, no companion app, and no wireless charging pad support. Bass reaches lower than most sub-KSh 3,000 buds but will not match Galaxy Buds or JBL Tune models on detail. What it does hold is the practical set: 25 hours of combined runtime, USB-C refilling, single-bud use, and touch handling. For lectures, commutes, gym sessions, and calls, that covers the daily job at a fraction of the outlay.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Sound Output
- Dynamic driver in each bud tuned toward bass weight, which suits Afrobeats, gengetone, and podcast listening.
- Passive noise isolation comes from the in-ear silicone tip seal rather than powered cancellation circuitry.
- Stereo separation across left and right buds keeps vocals centred during music playback and video calls.
- Built-in microphone in each earbud handles hands-free calling without needing to hold your handset up.
Wireless Connectivity and Pairing
- Bluetooth connection covers roughly 10 metres of clear line of sight before audio starts breaking up.
- Automatic re-pairing triggers the moment you open the case lid near a previously connected handset.
- Compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows devices, covering phones, tablets, and laptops used for Teams calls.
- Each bud connects independently, so a single earpiece works alone for calls or traffic-aware listening.
- Standard Bluetooth audio profiles handle music streaming, track control, and hands-free calling on Kenyan networks.
Battery Capacity and Charging Behaviour
- Up to 5 hours of continuous playback per bud on one charge under moderate volume levels.
- Charging case reserve extends combined runtime to approximately 25 hours before the case itself needs power.
- A 15-minute stop in the case returns roughly one hour of playback for rushed mornings.
- Full case refill takes about one to two hours from a standard 5V USB output.
- Buds begin charging automatically as soon as they are seated and the case lid closes.
- Standby drain is low, so a charged case left in a bag stays usable for days.
Build Quality and Daily Durability
- Lightweight plastic housing keeps each bud comfortable through three-hour lecture blocks without ear fatigue.
- Compact case fits a shirt pocket, a laptop sleeve, or a small handbag without adding bulk.
- White finish matches the EP19W model suffix; this is the colour stocked at Mascom International.
- Silicone ear tips grip well enough to survive gym sets, jogging in Karura, and matatu boarding.
- No formal IP water rating is published, so treat these as sweat-tolerant rather than rain-proof.
- Case lid closes firmly over both buds, reducing the chance of losing one in a bag.
Touch Controls and Call Handling
- Touch panel on each bud responds to taps for play, pause, and answering an incoming call.
- Long press rejects or ends a call without reaching for your handset during a commute.
- Multiple taps skip tracks forward and backward across your streaming or offline music library.
- Voice assistant activation works with Siri on iPhone and Google Assistant on Android handsets.
- Touch operation avoids pushing the bud deeper into the ear canal, unlike physical button designs.
- •Controls stay active on a single bud when the other sits charging in the case.
Package Contents
The Budi EP19W ships in a retail box containing the following:
- •Budi EP19W earbuds, left and right
- USB-C charging case
- USB-A to USB-C charging cable
- Silicone ear tips in additional sizes
- Quick start guide and warranty documentation
Note:No wall adapter is included, which is standard across this category. Any 5V USB port charges the case.
Warranty
The Budi EP19W carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Faults affecting either bud, the charging case, or the charging port are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk, with claims logged against your original purchase record. Physical damage and liquid damage fall outside this cover.
Buying the Budi EP19W from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the Budi EP19W in White at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to test a pair against your own phone before committing.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the Budi EP19W the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Kakamega, Kisii, Mombasa, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the earphones and pay only when they arrive at your door.
Every pair comes with the 12-month warranty stated above, coordinated through our Nairobi CBD counter.
Mascom International serves customers nationwide on accurate specifications, current Kenyan pricing, and after-sales backing you can reach by phone, WhatsApp, or in person on any working day.
