Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
TOZO HT3
What Buyers Say
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
The Kiwi Ears Altruva open-back headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and value. Users praise the clear, V-shaped sound profile with good bass and soundstage, often comparing it favorably to more expensive brands. However, a few verified reviews note design issues like earcups falling off, shallow cable jacks, and a resonant metal headband, which prevent a perfect score for some.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Comfortable velour ear pads
- Clear V-shaped sound profile
- Good bass response
Cons
- Earcups fall off easily
- Shallow cable jacks
- Resonant metal headband
- High bass for shooters
- Tight clamp force
TOZO HT3
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
Scores
Specifications
| Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva | TOZO HT3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Sponge |
| Headband | — | Silicone Protein Sponge |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva Over Ear Headphone, Hi-Fi 50mm Dynamic Driver Monitoring Headphones, Wired Gaming Headset, Open-Back Stereo Headphones for Studio Engineer Audiophile Gaming (BlackGrey) | TOZO 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 |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| 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
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd 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
Pricing
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
TOZO HT3
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
