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Baseus Bowie MC2 vs Hakii LIGHT: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Baseus Bowie MC2 vs Hakii LIGHT, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Baseus Bowie MC2 leads on 5 of 6 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie MC2
  • Hakii LIGHT
HearWiki score
81
-
Sound
7.7
-
Battery
9.3
-
Calls
7.0
-
Value
9.2
-
Price (USD)
$60
$54

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 Hakii LIGHT (2024). The Baseus Bowie MC2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3 and Top codec LDAC against AAC. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Companion app and Water resistance IP67 against IPX5.

  • Bowie MC220262 yr newer
  • LIGHT2024
What differsBowie MC2LIGHT

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP67
IPX5

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Bowie MC2LIGHT
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$60
$54
HearWiki score
81
Not scored
Released
2026
2024
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
11 mm dynamic
2× 16 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
16 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Latency
38 ms
-
Wireless range
-
15 m
Battery life
13 h
12 h
Battery incl. case
60 h
-
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3 h
5 min → 1.3 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
No
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
buttons
Weight
5.1 g
24 g
Case weight
52 g
-
Water resistance
IP67
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
A0102F00
-
Microphones
4
1

What reviewers said

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

Hakii LIGHT

The Hakii LIGHT offers an open-ear wireless listening experience at a budget-friendly price, with a featherlight 24-gram build and IPX5 sweat resistance for active use. It delivers around 12 hours of playback on a single charge, supports standard SBC and AAC codecs, and includes a quick charge function for fast top-ups. While it lacks active noise cancellation and app support, its open design keeps you aware of your surroundings during workouts or commutes.

  • Pro:Featherlight open-ear design for all-day comfort
  • Pro:Impressive 12-hour battery life with quick charging
  • Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts and outdoor use
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or multipoint pairing
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ for sound tuning
  • Con:SBC/AAC codecs only, limiting high-res audio options

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