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Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds vs Baseus Bowie MC2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Baseus Bowie MC2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Baseus Bowie MC2 - Outstanding overall at around $60.

Score breakdown

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

Baseus Bowie MC2 leads on 6 of 6 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds
  • Baseus Bowie MC2
HearWiki score
75
81
Sound
7.1
7.7
Battery
8.1
9.3
Calls
6.9
7.0
Value
8.3
9.2
Price (USD)
$65
$60

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?

New platform

Baseus Bowie MC2 (2026) against Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds (2025). The Baseus Bowie MC2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4 and Top codec LDAC against AAC. It also adds Companion app and Water resistance IP67 against IP57.

  • Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds2025
  • Bowie MC220261 yr newer
What differsBowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS EarbudsBowie MC2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Top codec
AAC
LDAC

Everyday features

Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IP57
IP67

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS EarbudsBowie MC2
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$65
$60
HearWiki score
75
81
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.8 mm driver
11 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
10.8 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
38 ms
Battery life
9 h
13 h
Battery incl. case
-
60 h
Quick charge
10 min → 2.5 h
10 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
none
Transparency mode
No
No
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
5.2 g
5.1 g
Case weight
-
52 g
Water resistance
IP57
IP67
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
A0102503
A0102F00
Microphones
-
4

What reviewers said

Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds

The Baseus Bowie MC1 offers a budget-friendly open-ear listening experience, prioritizing all-day comfort and a secure fit. With solid battery life, Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint connectivity, and an IP57 rating, these earbuds are a practical choice for workouts and everyday use, though they lack noise cancellation and app support. They deliver good value for casual listeners who prefer ambient awareness over sound isolation.

  • Pro:Excellent value for an open-ear design
  • Pro:Long 9-hour battery life per charge
  • Pro:IP57 dust and water resistance
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No companion app or EQ customization
  • Con:Limited to SBC and AAC codecs

Baseus Bowie MC2

The Baseus Bowie MC2 are open-ear clip-on earbuds that prioritize all-day comfort and a secure fit while delivering a rich, bass-forward sound signature. With LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and a long 60-hour total battery life, they offer strong value for under $100. The IP67 rating and Bluetooth 6.0 make them a durable and versatile choice for daily use.

  • Pro:Excellent comfort and secure clip-on fit
  • Pro:Rich, bass-forward sound with LDAC support
  • Pro:Long battery life with charging case
  • Con:Sound lacks refinement and detail
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No wireless charging support

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

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