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Baseus · Inspire
Baseus Inspire XC1
Open-ear clip, credible alternative to premium rivals
February 1, 202527.99 $ at launchNo ANC
7 hEarbud only
28 hWith case
IPX5Resistance
5.3Bluetooth
Lineage DNA
First model in the Inspire line — the reference point for later generations.
Only model in this line so far — no comparison possible yet.
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Comfort & durability
Weight per earbud6.5 g
CertificationIPX5
Battery life
Earbud only7 h
With case28 h
General
Release dateFebruary 1, 2025
Launch price27.99 $
Compared to QCY MeloBuds Neo
- -Loses ANC compared to this model
- ++17% earbud-only battery life
- ++17% total battery life with case
- -51% heavier per earbud
- ·IPX5 rating vs IPX4
Popular comparisons
Baseus Inspire XC1 vs QCY MeloBuds Neo
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