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Baseus Bowie 30 Max vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie 30 Max
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
50
89
Sound
4.8
8.5
Noise cancelling
5.8
8.0
Battery
8.7
9.5
Calls
6.4
7.5
Value
4.5
9.0
Price (USD)
$66
$130

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?

Half a step newer

Wavefun Wave Pro X (2026) against Baseus Bowie 30 Max (2025). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4. It also adds Wireless charging and Wear detection.

  • Bowie 30 Max2025
  • Wave Pro X20261 yr newer
What differsBowie 30 MaxWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode.

Specifications

Bowie 30 MaxWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$66
$130
HearWiki score
50
89
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
50 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
bass-heavy
-
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Latency
60 ms
-
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
65 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
50 h
60 h
Full charge time
90 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 14 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
320 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Model code
A00075500113-00
-
Microphones
4
-
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

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

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

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