Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
A+ Scholars CH01
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
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
A+ Scholars CH01
Most buyers are thrilled with these kids' headphones, praising the clear sound, safe volume, and the handy sharing splitter that lets two children listen together. The adjustable, foldable design and tangle-free cord make them ideal for school and travel. However, one verified review reports severe crackling, especially in the pink pair, calling them unusable. Overall, the majority find them durable, comfortable, and excellent value for the price.
Pros
- Clear sound quality
- Safe volume for kids
- Sharing splitter included
- Adjustable and foldable design
- Tangle-free cord
Cons
- Crackling sound in some units
- Pink pair reported as unusable
- Packaging may be discarded making returns difficult
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | A+ Scholars CH01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | 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 | 2 Pack Kids Headphones with Sharing Splitter, Stereo Sound Over-Ear Wired Headphones for Kids, Comfortable Fit, Foldable,Tangle-Free 3.5mm Jack Heaphones for School Tablet/Laptop/Computer |
| 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★ | — |
| 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 | ✓★ | — |
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
A+ Scholars CH01
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 37 specs.
