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Baseus Bowie MH1 vs FiiO EH13: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH13 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: FiiO EH13 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

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

FiiO EH13 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Baseus Bowie MH1
  • FiiO EH13
HearWiki score
69
86
Sound
6.7
8.0
Noise cancelling
6.4
8.0
Battery
9.2
10.0
Calls
6.8
8.0
Value
6.8
10.0
Price (USD)
$77
$50

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

FiiO EH13 (2026) against Baseus Bowie MH1 (2025). The Baseus Bowie MH1 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The FiiO EH13 answers on convenience features: it adds Transparency mode.

  • Bowie MH12025
  • EH1320261 yr newer
What differsBowie MH1EH13

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Transparency mode
No
Yes

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

Specifications

Bowie MH1EH13
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$77
$50
HearWiki score
69
86
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
36 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
36 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
16 Ω
Bluetooth
6.0
-
Codecs
LDAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
80 h
75 h
Battery life (ANC on)
55 h
45 h
Full charge time
10 min
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 10 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
buttons
Weight
245 g
278 g
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
A0203902
-
Microphones
5
5
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

Baseus Bowie MH1

The Baseus Bowie MH1 is an affordable wireless over-ear headphone that balances cost with a generous feature set, including adaptive noise cancellation and LDAC support. Its standout trait is exceptional battery longevity, while its lightweight, foldable design and app-based EQ add everyday practicality.

  • Pro:Outstanding battery life, even with ANC active
  • Pro:LDAC codec support for high-resolution wireless audio
  • Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation adapts to your environment
  • Con:Build quality feels more budget than premium
  • Con:No transparency mode for ambient awareness
  • Con:Lacks water resistance rating

FiiO EH13

The FiiO EH13 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone with 40mm dynamic drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation. It offers impressive battery life, LDAC support, and a foldable design, making it a versatile option for everyday use. App control and multipoint connectivity add to its convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 75 hours
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
  • Con:No aptX codec support
  • Con:Controls are button-based only

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

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