BUGANi earbuds pair themselves: open the case, take the earbuds out, and the model name appears in your phone's Bluetooth list — there is no button to hold. If they will not connect, tap the touch button on both earbuds five times at the same time, put them back in the case, and take them out again. That single gesture is the factory reset on the Free B15, B16, Fit B17, Fit B18, Freebuds B20 and Clip B21.
Everything below comes from the user manuals BUGANi publishes on its own manual download centre and from the live product listings.
The 30-second version
| What you want to do | What the manual says |
|---|---|
| Pair with a new phone | Open the case and take the earbuds out; they power on and enter pairing mode automatically, then pick the model name in your phone's Bluetooth list |
| Reset the B-series earbuds | While powered on, touch the MFB on both earbuds 5 times at the same time; they shut down, then go back in the case and come out in pairing mode |
| Reset the Free B10 and headphones | Free B10: hold the case MFB button 3 seconds with the earbuds inside and the lid open. Space BH01: press the MFB 5 times while on but not connected. AirCore OWH: slide the multi-function button up and hold volume-up for 5 seconds |
What your earbuds are called in Bluetooth
Each model broadcasts a specific name — this is the string to look for in your phone's Bluetooth list.
| Model | Bluetooth name in the manual |
|---|---|
| Free B10 | BUGANi Free B10 |
| Free B15 | BUGANi Free B15 |
| Free B16 | BUGANi Free B16 |
| Fit B17 | BUGANi Fit B17 |
| Fit B18 | BUGANi Fit B18 |
| Freebuds B20 | BUGANi Freebuds B20 |
| Clip B21 | BUGANi Clip B21 |
| Space BH01 (headphones) | BUGANi Space BH01 |
| AirCore OWH (headphones) | BUGANi AirCore OWH |
One exception: the Free B11 has no separate manual page, and its listing describes pairing as automatic when the case is opened. If a BUGANi name does not appear on your phone at all, check that both earbuds are seated on the charging contacts and that the case has charge.
How to pair BUGANi earbuds, step by step
The earbuds do the work; you only have to look in the right place. Every B-series manual documents the same automatic behaviour.
- Open the charging case. The earbuds power on automatically — no button press. On the Clip B21 the case rotates open.
- Turn on your phone's Bluetooth and open the device list while the earbuds are out of the case. They are already in pairing mode: the white light flashes quickly.
- Select the model name from the table above — for example BUGANi Free B16 or BUGANi Fit B17.
- Listen for the confirmation. After a successful connection you hear the voice prompt and the light stops flashing.
Two details worth knowing. The Fit B18 manual notes that unpaired earbuds enter pairing mode as soon as you take them out — you never press anything. The Free B15 manual adds a phone-side setting that trips people up: some Android and HarmonyOS phones need Bluetooth device volume sync enabled in the Bluetooth menu for phone and earbud volume to move together.
The Space BH01 and AirCore OWH also hold two devices at once: connect the first phone, switch the headphones off and disable Bluetooth on that phone, power on again and connect the second phone, then re-enable Bluetooth on the first phone and tap the model name to reconnect.
How to reset BUGANi earbuds
The reset clears the pairing record between the product and your phone. It is the fix for a device that will not reconnect or is stuck on an old phone.
| Model | Reset procedure (from the manual) | What it clears |
|---|---|---|
| Fit B17, Free B15, Free B16, Fit B18, Freebuds B20, Clip B21 | In the power-on state, touch the MFB on both earbuds 5 times at the same time; they shut down, then go back in the case and come out in pairing mode (the Fit B18 manual specifies doing this while powered on and not pairing) | Pairing record with the phone. The Free B16 manual notes it does not reset the pairing between the two earbuds |
| Free B10 | With the earbuds inside and the case lid open, hold the charging case MFB button for 3 seconds | Pairing record; the case light flashes white 3 times to confirm |
| Space BH01 | While the headphones are on but not connected, quickly press the MFB 5 times | Phone pairing; they re-enter pairing state, then shut down after 5 minutes |
| AirCore OWH | In the power-on state, slide the multi-function button up and hold the volume-up button for 5 seconds at the same time | Factory settings |
After any reset the earbuds come back up in pairing mode, so pair them again.
What the LED lights mean
The lights are status signals, not a battery gauge.
| What you see | What it means |
|---|---|
| White light flashes quickly | Powering on, and/or in pairing mode |
| Red light on for about 2 seconds, then off | Powering off |
| White light on for about 1 second, then off | Connected |
| Case light flashes, then stays on | The case is charging; a steady light means fully charged. The case indicator is red on most models and blue on the Fit B18 |
| AirCore OWH / Space BH01 specifics | AirCore OWH: the white light turns off once pairing succeeds. Space BH01: steady green means noise reduction or transparency is active; no light means it is off |
For battery percentage the manuals point at the phone: the Space BH01 and AirCore OWH show it in the phone's status bar.
Touch controls shared by every B-series model
| Gesture | What it does |
|---|---|
| Single tap, left earbud | Volume down |
| Single tap, right earbud | Volume up |
| Double press, either earbud | Play / pause, or answer and end a call |
| Press and hold for 2 seconds | Reject an incoming call |
| Triple press, left / right earbud | Previous track / next track |
The shortcuts that change from model to model
A long press is the one gesture the manuals define differently, so check your model rather than assuming it carries over.
| Model | Voice assistant | Extra mode |
|---|---|---|
| Free B10, Fit B17, Clip B21 | Hold the MFB 2 seconds (either earbud) | — |
| Free B15 | Long press the right earbud for 3 seconds | Long press the left earbud 3 seconds to toggle spatial audio |
| Free B16 | Long press the right earbud for 3 seconds | Long press the left earbud 3 seconds to toggle game mode |
| Fit B18 | Long press for 2 seconds (either earbud) | Press the MFB 4 times in music mode to switch to game mode |
| Freebuds B20 | Long press the left earbud for 2 seconds | Long press the right earbud 2 seconds to cycle ANC, game and music modes |
| Space BH01 | Press the MFB 3 times | Short press the ANC button to cycle noise reduction off, on and transparency |
BUGANi earbuds at a glance: real specs and prices
Specifications and prices come from the live product listings; prices are from variants in stock when this guide was compiled.
| Model | Price | Bluetooth | Playtime | Water resistance | Notable spec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free B10 | $29.99 | 5.4 | 6.5 h per charge, 26 h with case | IPX5 | AI language translation via the app |
| Free B11 | $25.99 | 5.4 | 9–10 h per charge, 35 h with case | IPX5 | Longest playtime per charge in the Free line |
| Free B15 | $29.99 | 5.4 | 10 h per charge, 30 h with case | Not stated | 14.2 mm composite diaphragm driver |
| Free B16 | $39.99 | 6.0 | 30 h total | IPX6 | ENC microphones for calls |
| Fit B17 | $24.99 | 6.0 | 6 h per charge, 24 h with case | IPX5 | 12 mm driver, clip-on fit |
| Fit B18 | $19.99 | 5.4 | 6.5 h per charge, 26 h with case | Not stated | Blue charging-case indicator |
| Freebuds B20 | $19.99 | 6.0 | 5.5 h per charge, plus 3 case charges | IPX4 | Active noise cancelling, 13 mm drivers, 1.5 h earbud / 2 h case charging |
| Clip B21 | Out of stock when written | 6.0 | 32 h total | IPX5 | MEMS microphones with ENC, silicone carry lanyard |
The Space BH01 headphones ($49.99, up to 120 hours, hybrid ANC) and AirCore OWH ($199.99, spatial audio) follow the same pairing and reset logic.
Where to download the official manuals
Each model page on the User Manual Download Center links a quick start guide and the full user manual as a PDF. The pages used here: Free B10, Free B15, Free B16, Fit B17, Fit B18, Freebuds B20, Clip B21, Space BH01, AirCore OWH. The warranty in every manual covers 12 months from the purchase date.
FAQ
Why does my BUGANi earbud not appear in the Bluetooth list?
Take them out of the case and leave the case open — the earbuds only power on and enter pairing mode once they are out. If they still do not appear, reset them (5 taps on both earbuds on most models) and check charge and seating on the charging contacts.
Do I need to press a button to enter pairing mode?
No. Every B-series manual describes the earbuds powering on and entering pairing mode automatically when removed from the case. Only the headphones have an explicit sequence: a 3-second MFB hold on the Space BH01 and the power switch on the AirCore OWH.
Is the 5-tap reset the same as a factory reset?
On the B-series, yes. The Free B10 is the exception — its reset sits on the charging case rather than the earbuds, and the AirCore OWH uses a two-button combination.
This article was researched and written with AI assistance, reviewed by the Bugani SEO Team.
