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Baseus Bowie MC2 vs Urbanista Santa Monica: 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 7 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie MC2
  • Urbanista Santa Monica
HearWiki score
81
65
Sound
7.7
6.4
Noise cancelling
-
5.8
Battery
9.3
5.2
Calls
7.0
6.8
Value
9.2
7.5
Price (USD)
$60
$81

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?

Mixed generations

Baseus Bowie MC2 (2026) against Urbanista Santa Monica (2025). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Baseus Bowie MC2 brings Top codec LDAC against SBC, while the Urbanista Santa Monica answers with ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • Bowie MC220261 yr newer
  • Santa Monica2025
What differsBowie MC2Santa Monica

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
SBC
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP67
IPX4

Level on: Bluetooth, Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

Bowie MC2Santa Monica
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$60
$81
HearWiki score
81
65
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
11 mm dynamic
13 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
11 mm
13 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
103 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
38 ms
-
Battery life
13 h
4 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
3 h
Battery incl. case
60 h
24 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3 h
10 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
5.1 g
4.2 g
Case weight
52 g
32.9 g
Water resistance
IP67
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
A0102F00
-
Microphones
4
6
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

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

Urbanista Santa Monica

The Urbanista Santa Monica are lightweight, open-fit true wireless earbuds that blend adaptive noise cancellation with a secure, breathable fit for everyday use. They offer a compact charging case, Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint, and a budget-friendly price, though their open design means they don't physically seal out ambient sound. With a 13 mm driver and touch controls, they aim to deliver a balanced, casual listening experience.

  • Pro:Very lightweight at just 4.2 g per earbud
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC helps reduce background noise in an open design
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 6.0 for easy device switching
  • Con:Battery life is short at only 3 hours with ANC on
  • Con:Open-ear fit provides little passive isolation
  • Con:Limited to SBC codec, no aptX or AAC

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

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