Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 Premium Comfortable Wireless Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) Over-Ear Headphones with 38 Hours Battery Life and Protective Carrying Case, Chestnut

Beoplay H95: The Law of Diminishing Returns (Major Update)
If you’re considering a pair of Bang & Olufsen cans, then you’re already aware of how the law of diminishing returns pertains to them. The difference in sound between a pair of $100 and $450 headphones is far greater than the difference between a pair of $450 and $1250 headphones—that’s just a fact. But if you’re considering B&O, then you’re likely reaching for that pinnacle of sound. Well, stay here; you’re getting close.It’s difficult to not be impressed while unboxing them. The fit and finish of everything from the box to the aluminum case to the headphones exclaim quality. They sound great right out of the box. They are so neutral they would make the Swiss look antagonistic. Bright, crisp highs with the very occasional hint of sibilance. Present mids. Tight, clean bass. They will thump when required without complaining. I don’t think you’ll find a more-expansive soundstage on a pair of closed back headphones. Prior to purchasing my H95s, my favorite headphones were the Bowers & Wilkins Px8s. The H95s certainly sound more refined and I’m able to discern more detail. The Px8s required an extensive break in period, and still sound warm and require equalization for optimum sound, while the H95s sound great with a flat signal, which is a good thing because I don’t care for the “Beosonic” approach to an equalizer, which amounts to plotting dot within a circle that is marked bright, relaxed, energetic and warm. Here, B&O clearly tried to reinvent the “wheel” and failed. Note to B&O: bands work, use them. The good news is you likely won’t find the need to adjust the sound. The app, by the way, offers minimal customization. I have one complaint about the sound: these headphones often lack volume. For most songs it’s not an issue, but when it is you feel like Clark Griswold at the closed gates of that amusement park (interesting side note: when I used the name of the amusement park in the movie, Amazon’s AI thought I was talking about their largest retail competitor and wouldn’t publish this review).. Speaking of volume, the volume dial is a brilliant touch. Spinning that wheel to adjust the volume has a very satisfying feel, however I find the dial on the left ear cup for ANC adjustment annoying. A button would accomplish the same with less effort, but I’m quibbling. In the final analysis, you’ll definitely discern greater detail and enjoy a more expansive soundstage with your H95s than with the less-expensive Px8s or say, the Sony WH-1000XM6s or Bose QC Ultras (I own those as well). Indeed, the H95s just sound better, but not by a staggering amount.Comfort. The lamb skin ear pads conform nicely to the ear and create a proper seal. The H95 are quite comfortable. I find the Bowers and Wilkins Px8s to be the most-comfortable cans I’ve ever worn. If the Px8s are a 10/10, then the H95s are a 8/10. I can wear them for hours without feeling warm or fatigued, but I’m definitely aware I’m wearing headphones, whereas with the Px8s I’ve forgotten I’m wearing them. Perhaps a larger ear cup would kelp the H95s.Battery: The battery is supposed to give you thirty hours with ANC. I’ve found thirty hours to be on the generous side, by maybe as much as twenty percent.ANC: I’m guessing that, if you’re considering these headphones, then you’re chasing perfect sound, thus ANC isn’t your top priority. That’s good. The ANC is adequate, not special. If you’re looking for cutting edge ANC, then grab the latest pair of plastic Bose or Sony headphones.In the meantime, I’m going to get back to my music and continue trying to think of a way to talk my wife into believing I need a pair of H100sHappy listening!UPDATE: I’m testing the beta version of an app upgrade, and there are a couple of important updates. Now, the ANC has ten separate settings, so a dial to control them is more appropriate and efficient. Additionally, the ANC has greatly improved with the new update. I’m not sure when it will be available to the general public, but it’s coming.UPDATE 08/21/25: I have had my headphones for exactly two months and the leather color is fading terribly on the ear pads. I own about a dozen pair of headphones, and I rotate their use, so it’s not like I’ve been using my H95s exclusively for two months. I would say they’ve probably been worn for 40-50 hours and they’re already starting to wear. I’ve reached out to Bang & Olufsen and will report what (if anything) I hear from them.UPDATE: 09/10/25: To this date I’ve not received a response from B&O. Very disappointed.

Full of fabulousness and full of fabulousness again!
It is easy for those who receive these headphones to have bias and say they are great, and they clearly are! I also think there are those who purchase these headsets for different reasons. For some, it’s based on the infamous elegant and sophisticated appearance of the B&O, some choose based on the music sound, based on reputation, based on life of the battery and so on. For me #1, it is about the music: its intricacies, the bass, the great mids, etc…., and yes it is for looks because of Bang & Olufsen’s being best at this.I do disagree bigtime with one poster (MD) who says these are less competent than Apple Airpods! Like really?! haha I couldn’t disagree more, and I am an avid Apple fan and I have the latest Iphone 14 Pro. The Airpod Max are superb headphones, and I would have been fine purchasing them. For me though, it is about the DEPTH of the music. And when I tested both, looked at new reviews of both, observed reviews of those who have owned both for a while, B&O came out much better long-term. And as good as the Airpods are for all-around listening, including listening to streamed movies and the like, B&O whips circles around Airpods when it comes to the music. Streaming entertainment sounds as though you’re in a theatre or you possess quality surround sound components. I was very tempted to get the Airpods only because of the lower price, and because it would integrate well to my Iphone obviously. They are probably good enough for most people, even without the Iphone! But for depth, longevity, clarity and interpretation of pure sound, choosing Bang & Olufsen is a no-brainer in my opinion.I really love them as a travel companion more than anything! I do wish that the headphones side hardware would come around closer to my head because I feel as though I look like a ram or wild bull waiting for the red cape. hahaThese headphones are perfect. I love them, and I’m crazy about the sound.

Dobra jakość dźwięku, około 30% lepsza niż w BOSE quietcomfort 35. Natomiast są bardzo ciężkie i niewygodne. Po godzinie słuchania boli głowa w miejscu pałąka niezależnie od ustawienia rozmiaru. Jest to totalnie nieakceptowalne za tą cenę.

Muy bien sonido… Depende de cada oído y sensibilidad… Pero a mí no se me hicieron sorprendentes en relación a otros que tengo B&W, Sennheiser momentum, Sony wh4, focal bathys…..El sonido es bueno y diferente… Pero retomo: nada sorprendente, los conservador conservaré solo porque los compré a buen precio, pero no pagaría un precio regular definitivamente por ellos.El arco no es muy cómodo y es un poco incómodo al usarlos por más tiempo en el borde de la cabeza.Conclusión: Buenos pero dentro de su categoría….. Nada espectacular

Da appassionato di alta fedeltà ho provato diverse altre cuffie over-ear di altri produttori (Sony e Bose principalmente).Sulla qualità dei materiali produttivi anche il meno esperto si rende subito conto dell’eccellenza dei materiali costruttivi (decisamente no vegan) che differenziano queste cuffie ancora prima di accenderle ed abbinarle al proprio dispositivo.Che dire, stiamo parlando di un prodotto super premium che, anche se testato con connessioni bluetooth a 256kbps fa sentire da subito la differenza con altri prodotti di fascia medio alta (parliamo di cuffie da 350/450 in su). Qui i materiali utilizzati e il software di gestione B&O fanno sicuramente la differenza, non c’è da discutere.L’equilibrio che si percepisce (senza mettere mano all’equalizzazione) è senza uguali. Bassi pieni, caldi, avvolgenti, eleganti… medi e alti puliti e ben bilanciati. L’app di B&O permette poi di adattare in una maniera semplice ed immediata di lavorare manualmente sull’equalizzazione in base al tipo di brano che si ascolta.Uso Apple Music e ho testato diversi tipi di brani sia in formato loseless, che master e in Dolby Atmos, nonostante i limiti del bluethoot (v. 5.1) la differza si sente rispetto a piattaforme come Spotify.La presenza di ghiere meccaniche per agire sul volume e sulla cancellazione del rumore/trasparenza sono la ciliegina sulla torta su un prodotto che, a parer mio, rimane il migliore sul mercato. La qualità ha un prezzo ma in questo caso, direi che ne vale decisamente la pena.