Monoprice Monolith 116050

Monoprice Monolith 116050

Monoprice
39 Overall Score
vs
TOZO HT3

TOZO HT3

TOZO
88 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Monoprice Monolith 116050

78 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

The Monolith M1060 planar magnetic headphones deliver a rich, full sound with excellent bass and clear mids, though the treble can be recessed and the soundstage depth is shallow. Build quality is generally solid with metal and wood construction, but several users report issues with the headband, ear pads, and connectivity, and customer support responsiveness has been inconsistent. They are heavy and require a good amplifier, but for modders and those seeking a non-fatiguing sound, they offer great value.

Pros
  • Rich and full sound
  • Excellent bass and clear mids
  • Solid metal and wood build
  • Great for poorly recorded music
  • Non-fatiguing sound signature
Cons
  • Recessed treble
  • Shallow soundstage depth
  • Heavy and bulky design
  • Headband and pad issues
  • Inconsistent customer support
👍 Sound quality 7
🤔 Build quality 6
🤔 Comfort 4
👎 Customer support 3
👍 Value for money 4
👎 Amplifier requirement 2

TOZO HT3

92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews

Based on 19 reviews, the TOZO HT3 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, impressive noise cancellation, and exceptional value for money. Users consistently praise the long battery life, comfort for extended wear, and the useful companion app with customizable EQ. The main criticisms are minor: some find the plastic build feels slightly cheap, the ANC is good but not the absolute best on the market, and one user noted the fit can look a bit bulky.

Pros
  • Exceptional value for money
  • Excellent sound quality with clear vocals and punchy bass
  • Impressive noise cancellation for the price point
  • Long battery life lasting several days with regular use
  • Very comfortable for extended wear
Cons
  • Plastic build feels slightly cheap
  • ANC is good but not the best on the market
  • Buttons could be improved
  • Fit can look slightly bulky
  • Small instruction text
👍 Sound quality 18
👍 Value for money 15
👍 Noise cancellation 14
👍 Battery life 10
👍 Comfort 10
🤔 Build quality 6

Scores

Budget
Monoprice
58
TOZO
87
Gaming
Monoprice
39
TOZO
82
Work
Monoprice
24
TOZO
74
Music
Monoprice
68
TOZO
72
Commute
Monoprice
25
TOZO
71
Studio
Monoprice
68
TOZO
68
Calls
Monoprice
14
TOZO
65

Specifications

Monoprice Monolith 116050TOZO HT3
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedopenclosed
Foldable—✓★
Weight0.12 kg★0.25 kg
Ear Cushionfaux leatherSponge
HeadbandpaddedSilicone Protein Sponge
Audio
Driver Typeplanar magneticdynamic
Driver Size106 mm★40 mm
Drivers—2★
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance50 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity—100 dB★
Hi-Res Audio—✓★
CodecsMonoprice Monolith M1060 Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Black/Wood With 106mm Driver, Open Back Design, Comfort Ear Pads For Studio/ProfessionalTOZO HT3 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphones, 90H Playtime Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headset, Spatial Audio AI Chat with 5 Mics, Supports Dual Connection and USB-C Input, with 32 EQ Music Modes, Blue
SurroundMonoprice Monolith M1060 Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Black/Wood With 106mm Driver, Open Back Design, Comfort Ear Pads For Studio/Professional | Monoprice | 116050 | 116050 | Headphones | BlaSpatial Audio
Noise Control
ANC—✓★
ANC Type—adaptive
Connectivity
Wireless—✓★
Bluetooth—6.0
Multipoint—✓★
Wired Connector—3.5mm
Range—15 m★
Battery
Battery Life—90 hrs★
Charge Time—2 hrs★
Fast Charging—10 min for 9 hours playback
Charging—USB-C★
Microphone
Microphone—✓★
Mic Count—4★
NC Mic—✓★
Boom Mic—✗
Detachable Mic—✗
Features
Voice Assistant—Other
Touch Controls—✗
App—TOZO App
Gaming Mode—✓★
Water Resistance—IPX4

Pros & Cons

Monoprice Monolith 116050

  • Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong comfort (88th percentile)88th %ile
  • Strong social proof (67th percentile)
  • Below average connectivity (5th percentile)5th %ile
  • Below average mic (16th percentile)16th %ile
  • Below average anc (32nd percentile)
  • Below average build (35th percentile)

TOZO HT3

  • Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: TOZO HT3

Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 37 specs.

TOZO HT3 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingCommute