RØDE NTH-100M

RØDE NTH-100M

RØDE
49 Overall Score
vs
TOZO HT3

TOZO HT3

TOZO
91 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

RØDE NTH-100M

72 out of 100 medium confidence 24 reviews

The RODE NTH-100M headphones receive generally positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and build. Users appreciate the clear microphone and noise isolation, making them suitable for podcasting, editing, and conferencing. However, some report durability issues like broken headbands or wire shorts, and the fit can be tight or cause discomfort after long use. A few users experienced allergic reactions to the ear cushion material or found the microphone less effective for professional setups.

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Comfortable ear cushions
  • Clear microphone
  • Good noise isolation
  • Sturdy build quality
Cons
  • Heavy weight causes ear pain
  • Tight fit initially
  • Durability issues (broken headband, wire short)
  • Microphone not working for some
  • Allergic reaction to ear cushion material
👍 Sound quality 10
🤔 Comfort 8
🤔 Build quality 7
👍 Microphone quality 6
👎 Durability 4
👍 Value for money 4

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
RØDE
58
TOZO
86
Gaming
RØDE
58
TOZO
81
Work
RØDE
39
TOZO
73
Studio
RØDE
59
TOZO
72
Music
RØDE
48
TOZO
71
Commute
RØDE
34
TOZO
70
Calls
RØDE
39
TOZO
64

Specifications

RØDE NTH-100MTOZO HT3
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✗✓★
Weight0.36 kg0.25 kg★
Ear CushionAlcantara, memory foamSponge
HeadbandAlcantaraSilicone Protein Sponge
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers12★
Freq Min5 Hz★20 Hz
Freq Max35 kHz★20 kHz
Impedance32 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity—100 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsRØDE NTH-100M Professional Over-ear Headset for Media, Broadcast, Podcasting, Content Creation, Streaming, Working From Home,BlackTOZO 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
Transparency✗✗
Connectivity
Wireless✗✓★
Bluetooth—6.0
Multipoint—✓★
Wired Connector3.5mm3.5mm
Detachable Cable✓★—
Cable Length2.4000000953674316 m—
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 Count14★
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✓★✗
Detachable Mic✗✗
Features
Voice Assistant—Other
Touch Controls—✗
App—TOZO App
Gaming Mode—✓★
Water Resistance—IPX4

Pros & Cons

RØDE NTH-100M

  • Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Strong build (76th percentile)
  • Strong social proof (67th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
  • Below average comfort (30th percentile)
  • Below average anc (32nd 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

RØDE NTH-100M

TOZO HT3

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: TOZO HT3

Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 40 specs.

TOZO HT3 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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