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Updated April 11, 2024·
earbuds with some differing features. If you prioritize mic quality for calls and built-in controls, the Baseus Bowie MA10 would serve you better. However, if you need earbuds optimized for passive noise isolation for quieter environments or have dustproof certification, then the Moondrop Nekocake is preferable. The Baseus offers better exercise and air travel suitability, thanks to its sweatproof certification and secure fit, but the Moondrop has slightly better overall sound quality, though with a smaller battery life. Neither supports low latency, making them less ideal for gaming or watching TV where sync is crucial. Choose the one that best aligns with your most common activities and preferences regarding comfort and audio needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Baseus Bowie MA10
- Very good for exercise
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
5.3
4.6
The Baseus Bowie MA10 and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for gaming, though the Baseus Bowie MA10 is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
5.3
6.1
The Moondrop Nekocake is only fair for phone calls, while the Baseus Bowie MA10 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7
7.7
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Baseus Bowie MA10 is poor.
TV and Video
5.8
5.0
The Baseus Bowie MA10 and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for TV and video, though the Baseus Bowie MA10 is somewhat better.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Baseus Bowie MA10 has 8 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$23
$39
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Baseus Bowie MA10 has a price of $23 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
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Key similarities
Music
5.8
5.7
The Baseus Bowie MA10 and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for music.
Noise Reduction
6.7
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Moondrop Nekocake to be good for noise reduction, while the Baseus Bowie MA10 is only fair.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Baseus Bowie MA10 and Moondrop Nekocake both have very good build quality.
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How the Baseus Bowie MA10 and the Moondrop Nekocake compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Baseus Bowie MA10 | Moondrop Nekocake |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$23 | $39 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Baseus | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.9/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 4.7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 8.7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 132 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 10 Grams | 5.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Baseus Bowie MA10
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Simon Cohen | August 2023
"Even if the Bowie MA10 only had some of the features and performance they offer at double the price, they’d be a helluva good value. But given that they far exceed any other earbuds at this price, if you’re looking for an ultra-affordable set of wireless earbuds and you don’t mind their big charging case, you just can’t go wrong."
Moondrop Nekocake
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Jarvin | January 2022
"What sets the Nekocake apart from its competition at this price point is the Moondrop Link app that allows the user to change the tonal balance of the Nekocake. This makes sure that it’s versatile enough to suit different sonic preferences while allowing some customization of controls."
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About Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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