Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
TOZO HT3
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 are widely praised for their excellent, balanced sound quality that rivals the wired M50x, with rich detail, tight bass, and clear highs. Users highlight the solid Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, support for LDAC and AAC codecs, multipoint pairing, and exceptional battery life of over 50 hours as major advantages. While comfort is generally high, many note that the headband clamping force is strong, and the earpad and headband padding use a faux leather that tends to peel and flake over time, sometimes within a year. Build quality concerns, including fragile plastic hinges and a cheap-feeling headband, are recurrent complaints, though the overall value for sound performance is consistently rated very high.
Pros
- Excellent balanced sound quality
- Long 50+ hour battery life
- Stable Bluetooth 5.0 and LDAC support
- Multipoint device pairing
- Comfortable for long sessions
Cons
- Fake leather padding peels and flakes
- Strong headband clamping force
- Fragile plastic hinge joints
- Short included cables
- No active noise cancellation
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
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 | TOZO HT3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad | Sponge |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material | Silicone Protein Sponge |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC | 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 |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 90 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10-Minute Charge for 3 Hours of Audio | 10 min for 9 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Other |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | A-T Connect | TOZO App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (7th percentile)7th %ile
- 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
TOZO HT3 offers 8.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 40 specs.
