Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Audio-Technica
81 Overall Score
vs
iClever HS25
iClever
29 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
78 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT is widely praised for its exceptional battery life, comfort, and solid sound quality at an affordable price. While the noise cancellation is not the strongest, it effectively blocks fan noise and is competitive for the price. Some users report ear sweating and cramped ear pads, and a few found the sound flat or muddy. Overall, it is seen as a great all-rounder for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good sound quality for the price
- Physical buttons instead of touch controls
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Ear sweating after 15 minutes
- Cramped ear pads for some
- No carrying case included
- Noise cancellation not the strongest
- Sound can be flat or muddy
Battery life 6
Comfort 5
Sound quality 7
Noise cancellation 5
Build quality 4
Value for money 5
iClever HS25
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | iClever HS25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | — | Pillow-soft |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | iClever Kids Headphones USB C, LED Light Up, 85dBA Safe Volume, Stereo Sound Toddler Headphones for Travel School, Kids Headphone with Cord for iPad Tablets, Meow Lollipop-Purple |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✗ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| RGB | — | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
iClever HS25
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average social proof (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 39 specs.
