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Baseus Eli 2i Fit vs UGREEN ClipBuds Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the UGREEN ClipBuds Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 74. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: UGREEN ClipBuds Pro - Great overall at around $36.

Score breakdown

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

Baseus Eli 2i Fit leads on 4 of 7 measures.

  • Baseus Eli 2i Fit
  • UGREEN ClipBuds Pro
HearWiki score
68
74
Sound
6.5
6.6
Noise cancelling
-
6.0
Battery
8.0
7.2
Calls
7.0
6.6
Value
8.5
8.4
Price (USD)
$20
$36

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

The UGREEN ClipBuds Pro is the newer platform here: Top codec LDAC against AAC and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing.

  • Eli 2i FitYear unknown
  • ClipBuds Pro2025
What differsEli 2i FitClipBuds Pro

Platform

Top codec
AAC
LDAC
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes

Level on: Bluetooth, USB-C, Water resistance.

Specifications

Eli 2i FitClipBuds Pro
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$20
$36
HearWiki score
68
74
Released
-
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
14.2 mm dynamic
2× 11 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
14.2 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Sound signature
-
neutral
Bluetooth
6.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
60 ms
80 ms
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
12 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
40 h
32 h
Full charge time
90 min
120 min
Quick charge
15 min → 2.5 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
buttons
touch
Weight
2 g
6.1 g
Case weight
-
53 g
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
6
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
AI ENC
ENC

What reviewers said

Baseus Eli 2i Fit

The Baseus Eli 2i Fit is an affordable, featherweight open-ear headphone designed for active lifestyles, offering a secure fit and IPX5 sweat resistance. With a long 12-hour battery per charge (40 hours with the case), it delivers solid everyday performance for workouts and extended listening, complete with clear calls and low-latency Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity.

  • Pro:Extremely lightweight at just 2g per earbud
  • Pro:Long 12-hour battery life, 40 hours with case
  • Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts and rain
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connection support
  • Con:Limited to SBC and AAC codecs

UGREEN ClipBuds Pro

The UGREEN ClipBuds Pro are affordable open-ear clip-on earbuds that pack in a lot of features for the price, including adaptive ANC, LDAC support, and multipoint connectivity. They offer a secure, workout-friendly fit with IPX5 water resistance and a comfortable design, though their performance in crowded wireless environments and fit may vary by user. Overall, they stand out as a practical, budget-friendly option for those seeking a feature-rich open-ear experience.

  • Pro:Good value with ANC, LDAC, and multipoint at a low price
  • Pro:Secure and comfortable clip-on design for workouts
  • Pro:Long battery life with case (32 hours total)
  • Con:Comfort is fit-dependent and may not suit all ear shapes
  • Con:Wireless performance can suffer in crowded environments
  • 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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