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Baseus Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds vs QCY Crossky C50: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the QCY Crossky C50 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: QCY Crossky C50 - Outstanding overall at around $40.

Score breakdown

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

QCY Crossky C50 leads on 5 of 6 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds
  • QCY Crossky C50
HearWiki score
68
81
Sound
7.0
8.3
Battery
9.4
7.4
Calls
6.8
7.8
Value
8.1
9.2
Price (USD)
$49
$40

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

Both shipped in 2025. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Baseus Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds brings Top codec LDAC against AAC, while the QCY Crossky C50 answers with Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4. The QCY Crossky C50 answers on convenience features: it adds Wireless charging, Custom EQ and Water resistance IPX5 against IPX4.

  • Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds2025
  • Crossky C502025
What differsBowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS EarbudsCrossky C50

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Companion app.

Specifications

Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS EarbudsCrossky C50
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$49
$40
HearWiki score
68
81
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
16 mm dynamic
10.8 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
16 mm
10.8 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
60 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
12 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
60 h
35 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
-
touch
Weight
-
5.2 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
AI ENC
AI ENC

What reviewers said

Baseus Bowie MF1 Open-Ear TWS Earbuds

The Baseus Bowie MF1 are open-ear wireless earbuds designed for active lifestyles, offering a secure fit and situational awareness. They deliver punchy bass and clear sound with support for high-resolution LDAC, plus a lengthy total battery life of 60 hours with the charging case. With Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint connectivity, and an IPX4 rating, they are a solid budget-friendly choice for workouts and daily use.

  • Pro:Powerful bass and clear audio for an open-ear design
  • Pro:Long total battery life of 60 hours with the case
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint for seamless device switching
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Lacks custom EQ options

QCY Crossky C50

The QCY Crossky C50 are open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid everyday performance for a modest price. They combine a bass-leaning, practical sound with long battery life, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit that keeps you aware of your surroundings. While not aimed at audiophiles, they're a well-rounded, feature-packed option for budget-conscious listeners.

  • Pro:Comfortable, secure open-ear clip design
  • Pro:Long battery life with charging case
  • Pro:Multipoint pairing and Bluetooth 6.0
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Sound is more practical than premium
  • Con:Touch controls may be sensitive

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

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