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What reviewers think

Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.

Product Strengths

  • Exquisite build quality with premium materials, like anodized aluminum, memory foam, lambskin leather, and high-quality polymer
  • Very comfortable, generously padded with memory foam wrapped in lambskin, and the headband distributes pressure evenly
  • Long battery life, up to 35 hours with ANC on and 40 hours with ANC off
  • Sound quality is rich, refined, spacious, balanced, and impressively detailed
  • Good voice pickup and decent noise suppression in moderately noisy environments
  • Connectivity options are available

Product Considerations

  • Round ear pads may pull down on ear cartilage and rest on ear lobes
  • The HX can only be laid down flat, they are not fully collapsible
  • ANC is good, but not quite at the level of industry leaders
  • Touch panel is awkward to use, and touches are often not registered properly

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Vs Sony 1000XM4/XM5 and Bose 700, ANC on the HX is not quite at the level of these industry leaders
  • Vs the H95, the HX are more sensible, and noticeably cheaper
  • Vs the Sony XM3, the HX looks far more refined
  • Vs the Apple AirPods Max, the HX has up to 15 hours of additional battery life, and are also 100g lighter
  • Vs the Bowers & Wilkins PX7, the HX brings a slightly higher level of refinement, showcasing detail and nuances that are missed

Takeaway: The Beoplay HX are beautifully made headphones that deliver excellent sound quality and are highly comfortable. If the user values aesthetics as much as audio and is willing to pay a premium for quality, then the HX is worth consideration.

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All

Beoplay HX

reviews

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An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022
An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022

Manufacturer details

  • Driver Type & Size: 40 mm Electro-Dynamic Driver with Neodymium Magnets
  • Effective Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 22,000 Hz
  • Impedance: 24 Ω ±15%
  • Sensitivity: 95 dB, 1 mW @ 1 kHz
  • Bluetooth Version: 5.1
  • Operating Range: 12 m (39.37 ft)
  • Bluetooth Codecs: aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC
  • Microphones: 8 Total → 4 Digital MEMS Voice Mics (2 shared with ANC) + 4 Dedicated MEMS ANC Mics (2 per earcup)
  • Power Supply: 5 V USB-C Charging
  • Battery Type/Capacity: Lithium-Ion, 1200 mAh (typical)
  • Battery Playtime: Up to 35 h (Bluetooth + ANC), Up to 40 h (Bluetooth only)
  • Charging Time: ~3 hours
  • LED Indicators: Status LED, Battery LED
  • Connections: USB-C Port, 3.5 mm Mini-Jack
  • Certifications / Fast Pairing: Google Fast Pair, Made for iPhone (MFi), Microsoft Swift Pair
  • Remembers Paired Devices: Up to 8
  • Fit: Over-Ear
  • Designer: MNML
  • Dimensions (Headphones): 195 W × 200 H × 52 D mm (7.68 × 7.87 × 2.05 in)
  • Weight (Headphones): 285 g (0.63 lb / 10.05 oz)
  • Materials: Aluminium, Leather, Fabric, Rubber, Polymer

Wireless over ear headphones. Listen in comfort whether you're on a call, working from home or taking a moment for yourself.
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Brand highlights

Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:

  • Bang & Olufsen products exhibit exceptional build quality and use premium materials, resulting in a luxurious feel and sophisticated aesthetic.

Beoplay EX  

  • Positioning: The entry-level true wireless option focused on essential wireless audio.  
  • Description: Offers impressive wireless connectivity with a warm and balanced sound that suits daily commutes and small spaces. In contrast to the earphones and headphones with more advanced features, it meets basic functionality needs at the lowest price point in the lineup.  

Beoplay Eleven  

  • Positioning: A mid-range earbud designed for improved call quality and active noise control.  
  • Description: Delivers refined sound with better noise cancellation and voice clarity, making it a strong choice for busy urban settings. Compared to the EX's basic performance, it provides enhanced features without reaching the price or feature complexity of over-ear models.  

Beoplay HX  

  • Positioning: A mid-range over-ear headphone emphasizing balanced sound and digital customization.  
  • Description: Features customizable equalizer settings through a companion app and a fuller soundstage suited for varied listening environments. Unlike the more compact earphones in the lineup, it offers a richer audio experience and improved control options.

Beoplay H95  

  • Positioning: A high-end over-ear headphone developed for superior active noise cancellation and refined sound quality.  
  • Description: Stands out with advanced noise cancellation and an intuitive control scheme integrated with a companion app, making it well-suited for larger spaces and high-demand use cases. In comparison to the HX, it provides more sophisticated noise control and build quality.

Beoplay H100  

  • Positioning: The flagship over-ear headphone offering premium design and enhanced connectivity features.  
  • Description: Impresses with exceptional build quality, innovative connectivity options like a detachable cable and aptX support, and technology that caters to audiophiles with high budget tolerances. When measured against the H95, it delivers a different balance of comfort and flexible use.
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Founding Year
1925

Our take on the brand

Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.

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Beoplay H95
1250
1250
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10
Reviews
Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Product Strengths

  • Gorgeous design and fantastic build quality with premium materials, like titanium, aluminum, lambskin leather, and cowhide leather
  • Extremely comfortable and lightweight (around 323-333 grams), with oval-shaped earcups suitable for larger ears for long listening periods
  • Intuitive controls, including a mix of touch and physical controls, like responsive touchpads and tactile dials for precise volume and ANC adjustments
  • Sound quality is well-balanced and versatile, making them suitable for various music genres, with particularly good performance for classical music, podcasts, and rock
  • Amazing noise cancellation performance, effectively blocking out mid- and treble-range noises

Product Considerations

  • Very high retail price
  • Earcups are not very deep
  • Not very portable due to a bulky design
  • A heavier side, which can develop a little bit of strain on the back of the neck
  • The Bang & Olufsen app does not work well, spending a long time trying to connect to the H95 most of the time

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Vs Focal Bathys: The Focal Bathys is cheaper and better in sound quality
  • Vs Bose QC45s: The Bose QC45s are a little bit more effective in cancelling the high end of mid-range frequencies that you would get from a busy cafe
  • Vs AirPods Max: The H95 manages to separate all the layers very beautifully, the AirPods Max is not on par
  • Vs Bowers & Wilkins PX8: The PX8 is more muffled
  • Vs Cambridge Audio P100: The P100 has more clarity and crisp sound to that treble without having that sibilance

Takeaway: If you want a luxurious pair of headphones with amazing build quality and very good noise cancellation, the Beoplay H95 could be a good option. The sound quality is great, and they are comfortable to wear for long listening sessions.

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Our take on the brand

Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Beoplay H100
2200
2200
/
8
Reviews
Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Product Strengths

  • Amazing sound quality with wide soundstage and airy, ethereal sounds, especially in the treble, create a magical experience
  • Very comfortable, despite being heavier than some alternatives, with earcups that wrap around the ear and a redesigned headband

Product Considerations

  • Warranty experience may vary significantly depending on location and travel habits, so the global warranty should not be taken at face value
  • Color options are limited, and some lighter colors may stain easily
  • Lack of high-resolution Bluetooth codec support at the time of some reviews, although promised for a future update

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Vs Bang & Olufsen H95: H100 has a massive soundstage and is more comfortable
  • Vs Focal Bathys: H100 offers a smooth, neutral, and refined sound signature, while Focal Bathys delivers a more dynamic and energetic sound

Takeaway: The Beoplay H100 provides excellent sound and comfort, delivering a luxurious experience with high-quality materials and build quality. It is a top-tier product for people who want great design and sound.

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Our take on the brand

Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Julian Shapiro
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What competes at this price?

Master & Dynamic
MW75
599
/
Released
2022
The MW75 Active Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones deliver detailed, serious acoustics and custom-tailored sound with 40mm Beryllium drivers and Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation for the perfect combination of sound and silence. Choose to listen in Adaptive, MAX, or All Day ANC modes for more tailored listening.
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Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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Our Summary

Product Strengths

  • Premium build quality with materials like lambskin leather, aluminum, and tempered glass, gives it a solid and luxurious feel
  • Comfortable for extended wear, due to soft memory foam padding on earcups and headband, and a balanced headband
  • Balanced sound signature with warm bass, clean mids, and well-defined treble, making it suitable for various music genres
  • Effective active noise cancellation (ANC) significantly reduces low-frequency sounds
  • Comprehensive package includes various adapters for different connections, and a hard-shell carrying case for protection

Product Considerations

  • The earcup size might be too small for some users, potentially affecting comfort and seal
  • Some reviewers found the clamping force to be loose, which could be an issue for active use
  • Audible hiss can be noticeable when ANC is activated
  • The app lacks a customizable graphic EQ
  • Ambient mode is subtle and might not let in as much surrounding sound as competing models

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Compared to the Sony WH-1000XM5, the Master & Dynamic MW75 delivers above-average ANC performance, but it is not class-leading
  • Compared to the Bose QuietComfort 45, the Master & Dynamic MW75 has an audible ANC hiss

Takeaway: The Master & Dynamic MW75 are stylish and comfortable headphones that deliver excellent audio quality and decent noise cancellation. They are a great choice for those looking for a premium listening experience and appreciate high-quality materials.

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Our take on the brand

Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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