Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 Premium Comfortable Wireless Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) Over-Ear Headphones with Protective Carrying Case, Gold Tone

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 H100s Happy 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.

Bought these after trying the Bowers & Wilkins PX8-S2’s which are also nice performers with a more reasonable price tag and some well thought out controls. That said, the H95’s are a step above the B&W’s and thus more $ and worth it in my opinion. Now if you are really looking for wireless headset sound perfection and can justify the splurge, the H100’s are the way to go, but it will cost you an extra grand for some truly impressive sound immersion. Bang & Olufsen products are the way to go in my opinion. Well engineered and perform better than expected, but these qualities come with a cost depending on your budget.

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. haha These headphones are perfect. I love them, and I'm crazy about the sound.

1000 percent not new, rewrap the outer plastic, inner paper seal, one side is break, you can open it to the side. Look like someone order it and return, they reseal and sale it as new instead of used. Be carefully with this seller. Not from amazon, this is third party. H95 it self is wonderful, sound crystal clear, super clarity, material is premium, the carry box not big at all, similar to soft carry case. If this new, it a solid buy. Now i did check with B&O they said another master piece will be release at the end of these years which more superior then this one. You may just wait if you plan on get one

What I liked about this product: The ear piece is modular, held in place by magnets, and has a genuine leather cushion. The sound quality was good, however due to a possible defect, my set had distinct crackling and popping sounds of distortion when playing various media especially at low volume. The speaker configuration and layout was great. It is possible to hear distinct sounds and notes that often go unnoticed on cheap headphones. The audio is layered and each part of the recording is noticeable as it fades and blends. For those who say the bass isn't good enough, use the headphones and compare them with a different model. Unless you're specifically buying a pair that is made to produce deep booming bass, this pair would win every time. So much so that when using Bose Comfort ear buds, I immediately wished I was wearing H95. What I didn't like: Not sure if mine were defective, however I think there was either a software glitch or build issue that affected the microphone. Everyone asked me to repeat myself constantly to the point of annoyance which led me to return them. No one could understand what I said, or told me I was breaking up. Considering I use these for work more than anything, it didn't make sense to keep them. I'd give the noise cancellation a five out of ten. One, having no noise cancellation, and ten, to the point of hearing nothing but your breathing, like when wearing ear plugs. It was sufficient to block out background noise and filter large sounds. After configuring the mic settings to the point of no return, I assumed it was a defect. The headphone band was ok. I could wear them for long periods of time, but one size truly doesn't fit all. I found myself having to lean them forward to get a good seal on the ear. The ear pieces rotate in several directions but not completely, this limited the quality of fit and comfort in my opinion. Final thoughts: I give the H95 a 4 star rating because the build quality was solid. The components were high end, thought was put into the product, and it was in my opinion, genuinely built to deliver quality sound. In reality, for my experience, I'd give it a 2 star rating because of the technical issues I experienced with the product defects. For what it's worth, I bought these through Amazon and they were listed for $100 less than the B&O website - not sure if these were returned and refurbished. I believe they were new because the packaging was high end. The box, the material, everything. It had a great case and the headphones fit well. If you're buying these for music and don't care about the microphone, then go for it. And hopefully you get a good build. If you're buying these for work, then it's still a good purchase provided the microphone actually works. If you're buying these because you want to hear nothing but your own breathing and that is the number one motivation for buying a headset, then don't. Get a pair of ear plugs.

The Beoplay H95 headphones are the epitome of style, comfort, and performance, delivering an unparalleled listening experience. With their sleek and minimalist design, these headphones exude luxury, making them as much a fashion statement as a top-tier audio device. The premium materials, including memory foam ear cushions and lightweight aluminum, ensure hours of comfortable wear without fatigue. In terms of performance, the sound quality is exceptional, offering deep bass, crisp highs, and a perfectly balanced midrange. The adaptive noise cancellation is top-notch, creating an immersive experience even in noisy environments. Additionally, the long battery life—up to 38 hours—means you can enjoy uninterrupted music or calls for extended periods. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or simply appreciate high-end tech, the Beoplay H95 headphones are a stunning combination of form and function.

I've had a not-so-great experience with the Beoplay H95. Of all the headphones I've tested I feel the H95 is the best for me personally but each version I've tried has its slightly annoyances that made me return them. I really love the sound of these, there's great instrument separation and soundstage in the songs I've played, noticed low frequencies I hear slightly better than the competition; the sub-bass is where it shines. I loved the tuning that I didn't have to EQ it which says a lot. Great touch controls unlike the overly sensitive Momentum 4. Despite my big head, I really like the clamping force on these but they don't extend as much. Now the issues I've had are related to the headphones DSP, dac/amp. In the past models from Serial Number 33xx to 35xx some H95s had issues with a coil whine, mosquito-like buzzing sound on the left earcup and the DAC making a pop/click sound after audio is played and stopped. This buzz occurred for about 20-30 seconds then stops after switching the sound modes (anc, neutral, transparency). It's fixed with their newer version with Serial Number 36xxx which I received and I thought wow I'd keep them after testing the left earcup only to find the issue (but irritating to me) with pops again after sound is played and stopped on any device. To some, it's a non-issue but it shouldn't be happening. You can play audio from your phone or source device and it makes a pop before sound is played, a pop after sound is paused/stopped sometimes immediately or a few seconds later. It's horrible on Firefox when seeking, skipping on any websites media player, it's not as bad on Chromium-based browsers. It happens on my phones so no registry edits can fix it, it's their DAC. I've tested the PX7 S2, PX8, Momentum 4, Sony XM5, XB910N and other TWS earbuds and they don't have this problem. There's definitely something wrong their DAC/amp which maybe forces a power-saving mode when no audio is played. I'm gonna miss the sound of the H95 but for the price, it's a NO.

I just purchased these as an alternative to the apple AirPods Max (APM). My main goal was to find a set of wireless headphones with better sound quality. I was initially skeptical that I would find ones really any better than the APM. Just received them today and man, was I very pleasantly supprised! Main characteristics that I liked include: 1) Sound quality and sound stage is noticeable better than APM, with clear crisp highs, well balanced meds, and a firm but not overpowering bass. While the APM are quite good, but these are a clear step above. 2) Comfort - better than APM as they sit very comfortably on my head and do not clamp and rest easy on my ears (and I have large ears, so this is very important). Less fatigue and 'breath' better - quite comfortable, 3) Noise cancelling is very good (maybe not the very best in class but certainly good enough for home/office use and travel), and 4) wireless is flawless with no drop out as I walk around the house. Strongly recommended if you have the $$ to spare value sound quality and comfort.