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Baseus Bowie 30 Max vs FiiO EH13: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH13 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: FiiO EH13 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

FiiO EH13 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie 30 Max
  • FiiO EH13
HearWiki score
50
86
Sound
4.8
8.0
Noise cancelling
5.8
8.0
Battery
8.7
10.0
Calls
6.4
8.0
Value
4.5
10.0
Price (USD)
$66
$50

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

FiiO EH13 (2026) against Baseus Bowie 30 Max (2025). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

  • Bowie 30 Max2025
  • EH1320261 yr newer

Level on: Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

Bowie 30 MaxEH13
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$66
$50
HearWiki score
50
86
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
50 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sound signature
bass-heavy
-
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Bluetooth
5.4
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
60 ms
-
Battery life
65 h
75 h
Battery life (ANC on)
50 h
45 h
Full charge time
90 min
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 14 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
320 g
278 g
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Model code
A00075500113-00
-
Microphones
4
5
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
ENC
-

What reviewers said

Baseus Bowie 30 Max

The Baseus Bowie 30 Max are wireless over-ear headphones with hybrid active noise cancellation, a 50mm driver, and support for LDAC and multipoint connectivity. Sound quality receives mixed feedback, with some praising it and others noting a tinny character, so they may suit users who value battery and versatility over audiophile-grade audio.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Supports LDAC and multipoint Bluetooth 5.4
  • Pro:Comfortable, foldable design with 3.5mm jack
  • Con:Sound quality can sound tinny or lack immersion
  • Con:Multipoint may cause device switching issues
  • Con:No water resistance or wireless charging

FiiO EH13

The FiiO EH13 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone with 40mm dynamic drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation. It offers impressive battery life, LDAC support, and a foldable design, making it a versatile option for everyday use. App control and multipoint connectivity add to its convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 75 hours
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
  • Con:No aptX codec support
  • Con:Controls are button-based only

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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