Apple AirPods Max Midnight
Belkin SoundForm Isolate AUD008fqSA
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
The Apple AirPods Max receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Users consistently praise the active noise cancellation and Spatial Audio, though many note the high price and noticeable weight as drawbacks. While some find the controls less intuitive than standard AirPods, the overall sentiment is that these are top-tier headphones for Apple users willing to invest.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build and materials
- Excellent active noise cancellation
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Immersive Spatial Audio
Cons
- High price point
- Noticeable weight
- Less intuitive controls than standard AirPods
- Bulky for transport
- Shorter battery life than regular AirPods
Belkin SoundForm Isolate AUD008fqSA
The Belkin SoundForm Isolate headphones generally receive positive feedback for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life, with many users finding them comfortable and a good value. However, some users report that the fit can be too tight, causing discomfort over time, and there are occasional complaints about low volume, creaking noises, and static in the noise cancellation. Overall, they are seen as a solid choice for the price, especially for travel or daily use.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
Cons
- Tight fit causing discomfort
- Creaking noises when moving
- Low maximum volume
- Static in noise cancellation
- Button volume controls
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Belkin SoundForm Isolate AUD008fqSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.35 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Mesh textile, memory foam | CloudCushion |
| Headband | Stainless steel | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Belkin SoundForm Isolate Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Closed-Back Over-Ear Headphones, Sand |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Belkin SoundForm Isolate Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones - Wireless w/ 60H Playtime, Fast Charging & CloudCushion Ear Cups for Travel, Home, or Office - Sand |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10min=4hrs | 10 minutes of charging yields 6hrs of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | iOS Only | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average comfort (34th percentile)
Belkin SoundForm Isolate AUD008fqSA
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 40 specs.