Baseus

Bowie MC1 Pro Open Ear Clip-On Headphones

Baseus Bowie MC1 Pro Open Ear Clip-On Headphones

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Last updated: Apr 26, 2026

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Reddit IconHittingandRunning
7 months ago

What do you think of the XC1? I just recently purchased the MC1 Pro and have been trying them in various configurations to try to get enough volume while still being aware of my surroundings. I noticed today that when walking outside in a not so loud environment I can't get enough volume even when sliding them down to be right against my ear canal. A youtube video I watched said they get 106dB but I just can't believe it. I don't want to return them but it's so frustrating. Thanks for an update on your XC1.

Reddit IconIntelligent_Log_8127
9 months ago

Wow. I may try them. How is the transparency? I have the MC1 Pro and have been blown away. This Baseus brand has come out of nowhere. I have seen them around but they have hit some home runs lately.

9 months ago

If you are already wearing earmuffs or whatever for work, consider the only IP67 rated buds...but they are CLIP style...the Baseus Bowie MC1 Pro. I have them and they are great. I have been using earbuds for about 5 years now and I really like the clip style. My daily drivers are the Huawei FreeClip, but they are $200. The MC1 Pro are about $70 or less on sale. They retail for $90 but you shouldn't have to pay that much. If you need great ANC, call quality, and moisture protection, someone already mentioned the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2...that is everything all in one. Probably can't go wrong with them, honestly. [https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Bowie-MC1-Pro-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B0F8BSD87S/?th=1](https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Bowie-MC1-Pro-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B0F8BSD87S/?th=1)

8 months ago

Do you care about ANC even? If not, may want to consider Clip style. I have the Huawei FreeClip and they are amazing, with the most comfortable fit you can imagine. If doesn't even feel like you are wearing anything. And they last 9+ hours. I also have the Baseus MC1 Pro, and they are also great, but maybe a 7-8 out of 10, and the FreeClip are a 9 out of 10. They are both completely open, and let all noise from the outside in...seriously...you don't even realize you are wearing them they are THAT comfortable. They are actually SO comfortable, it is hard to even use earbuds that go IN your ear after you wear these for awhile.

10 months ago

I just returned the Baseus Bass BC1, and I may get them again. I returned them to get the MC1 Pro, but those hurt my ears as they were too tight. The BC1 fit me perfectly, and were very comfortable. they had decent call quality and sounded good. I would go with them!! I may end up getting them again!

7 months ago

I have the FreeClip and MC1 Pro. They are both amazing. I may get the XC1 as they look to check all my boxes.

7 months ago

Hmmm...interesting. I have the MC1 Pros and that sort of sucks...as I was highly thinking about getting these. I had the Aeroclips for a couple days when they came out and they sounded amazing...but they were SO TIGHT they hurt like HECK after about 30 min. That was the same with the first pair of MC1 Pros I tried, but I returned them and got another pair (and my current daily drivers) and they have been perfect. I also have the Huawei FreeClip and they are amazingly comfortable...those got me into the "Clip" style. They just announced the FreeClip 2 as well, but if you are in the US you would have no idea as Huawei has been taken off all online stores unfortunately.

8 months ago

I have tried all three, and I still have the MC1 Pro. They are way better than the other two in my opinion. However they definitely aren't that cheap. I was blessed to get them for $43 a couple months ago on Amazon with a couple coupons. They are on sale right now for $63, and that is the cheapest you will normally get them for. However...I also had the normal MC1 and those are still better than these two Soundpeats options in my opinion. Better call quality, sound, battery life (the Soundpeats actually have crap battery life which makes no sense to me as these don't exactly have ANC...)...to me l, everything about both the MC1 and MC1 Pro is better than the Soundpeats. Oh yeah...and you have to log into the Soundpeats app to update them and other crap. You have to log into the Baseus app if you want to have the Find My feature, but I don't care about that. As a matter of fact...I also had the Baseus BC1...and those are ALSO better than the Soundpeats...and they are almost $30 or less.

7 months ago

I have the MC1 Pro and Huawei FreeClip. They are my favorite earbuds. I am highly considering getting the XC1s as well

7 months ago

I am highly considering getting them. One of my favorite YouTubers ranked them number one. Even better than the FreeClip. Picky Audio. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=w9fz9CIYspg

3 months ago

Huawei FreeClip, and I also have the Baseus MC1 Pro. There are also the Baseus XC1, which I heard are a little better than the MC1 Pro, but I haven't personally tried them.

about 2 months ago

I had them and really like them. I have and daily drive the Baseus MC1 Pro and they are great. The normal MC1 are great too. For "cheap" though, the BC1 are very high quality...and I would actually say they are more comfortable than the MC1 and MC1 Pro, as they squeeze your ear "slightly" less. But if you want a bit better quality than the BC1, go for the MC1, then the MC1 Pro. You probably can't go wrong with any of them.

about 2 months ago

They have been great for me. I don't use them every day though. I would say I use them a couple hours every 2-3 days. I have no issues. I actually sometimes use them as sleepers as well. They are great for the rain and outdoors, as they have I think the best IP rating of ANY earbuds, like IP67 or something. They are great for everything, even calls. I have no regrets getting them. I have 3 other earbuds I switch between on a daily basis. The Huawei FreeClip (the OG clip-style...still only 2nd to the FreeClip 2....amazing)...the Technics AZ100 and the Huawei Freebuds Pro 4. All are amazing, but good luck getting anything Huawei in the US right now. The MC1 Pro are great, and I have highly considered the Baseus XC1s, but I already have 4 earbuds I use on a regular, so I haven't gotten them yet.

8 months ago

I have tried all three, and I still have the MC1 Pro. They are way better than the other two in my opinion. However they definitely aren't that cheap. I was blessed to get them for $43 a couple months ago on Amazon with a couple coupons. They are on sale right now for $63, and that is the cheapest you will normally get them for. However...I also had the normal MC1 and those are still better than these two Soundpeats options in my opinion. Better call quality, sound, battery life (the Soundpeats actually have crap battery life which makes no sense to me as these don't exactly have ANC...)...to me l, everything about both the MC1 and MC1 Pro is better than the Soundpeats. Oh yeah...and you have to log into the Soundpeats app to update them and other crap. You have to log into the Baseus app if you want to have the Find My feature, but I don't care about that. As a matter of fact...I also had the Baseus BC1...and those are ALSO better than the Soundpeats...and they are almost $30 or less.

about 2 months ago

I had them and really like them. I have and daily drive the Baseus MC1 Pro and they are great. The normal MC1 are great too. For "cheap" though, the BC1 are very high quality...and I would actually say they are more comfortable than the MC1 and MC1 Pro, as they squeeze your ear "slightly" less. But if you want a bit better quality than the BC1, go for the MC1, then the MC1 Pro. You probably can't go wrong with any of them.

Reddit IconJenVinc
7 months ago

I haven’t used all you mentioned, but I compared soundcore and ended up with Baseus mc1 pro, they're really comfortable.

Reddit Iconjordanconnelly
10 months ago

you can try clip-on earbud, they might be exactly what you're looking for. I have Baseus MC1 Pro, and they hook around the outside of your ear without going into the ear canal at all. The fit’s really secure, even during movement and they stay in place comfortably for hours. No tips, no pressure, and nothing pushing into your ear. They’re wireless, have great sound (especially with LDAC), and I’ve had zero issues with them slipping or feeling loose. Definitely worth checking out if nothing in-ear has worked for you.

11 months ago

You could try Baseus MC1 which I used recently, mostly for audiobooks while walking or doing stuff around the house. It's perfect for long-time wearing cause It’s an open ear style that just clips on the outside of your ear, so nothing goes in and it’s super comfortable even after hours. It’s IP57 rated, so I don’t worry about sweat or a bit of rain. Battery’s solid and I never feel ear fatigue like I used to with in ear buds. I think I paid around 70 bucks, but they may have deals around PD.

Reddit IconNat573
23 days ago

Scratch that-- after digging on ebay, I found a baseus mc1 pro for more than half off and went for it. Still curious what others have bought tho

Reddit IconOptimalGap7249
7 months ago

I have a pair of their MC1 Pros that I'll use for running or cycling instead. Much more secure, yet still very comfortable. Can often be found on sale for around $60 at Amazon. BTW, Baseus does have extended protection for $10 called Baseus Inspire Care+. As long as you still have your charging case, you can get Inspire replacement earbuds (one or both) for 50% off if lost. I purchased that when I developed concerns about losing them off my ears. I think it's going to give me enough confidence to keep the Inspires anyway. I stress the word "think", though because I haven't 100% made up my mind.

Reddit Iconpasta-fazool
8 months ago

I have all 3. The Baseus Bowie MC1 Pro have physical button controls, LDAC and Bluetooth 6.0. I favor them. Be sure the quote is for the Pro model rather than the plain MC1. The price seems to low.

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