How long does the battery last?

Bang & Olufsen rates the Beoplay HX at up to 35 hours of playback. Real-world use with noise cancellation on will be somewhat lower.

Does it have active noise cancellation?

Yes. The HX has adaptive noise cancellation that can be adjusted in the B&O app.

Yes, with the included 3.5mm cable, so it works on planes and with non-Bluetooth sources.

How does it compare with the Sony WH-1000XM5?

The HX wins on materials and design; the Sony generally wins on noise cancellation and costs less.

Is it good for calls?

Yes. The HX uses multiple microphones for voice pickup, and owners report clear call quality in normal conditions.

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Where is the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay HX Headset cheapest?

At eBay, for $399.00, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay HX Headset?

6 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Poshmark, Oil Changers, RELYmedia, Newegg.com.

Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay HX Headset

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What reviewers say

Owners generally praise the HX for comfort, build quality and sound, and many get close to the rated battery life. Complaints centre on price and on noise cancellation that trails the best rivals.

What people mention

ComfortPraisedOwners say the memory foam cushions and 285 g frame stay comfortable through long listening sessions.
BatteryPraisedReviewers report getting close to the rated 35 hours, even with noise cancellation on.
Noise cancellationMixedANC handles commuting noise but owners say it does not match the strongest competitors.
BuildPraisedThe aluminium frame and leather finish are described as premium and durable.
PriceCriticisedBuyers question whether the sound and features justify the flagship price.
AppCriticisedSome owners report firmware and app connection issues after updates.

About the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay HX Headset

20 - 22000 Hz, 95 dB, Bluetooth 5.1, 1200 mAh, Li-Ion, 195 x 52 x 200 mm, 285 g

Escape to everywhere

All-day comfort. 35 hours of play. Complete versatility. Let Beoplay HX carry you through every soundscape and landscape, and back again.

Versatile listening

Commuting with your favourite podcast. Perfect clarity on calls. Me time with your favourite music. All with no outside noise. Comfortable headphones that are ready for anything? HX answers the call.

Clarity meets power

Why settle for so-so? Soak in your favourite songs with a new level of fidelity. Custom-made 40mm drivers with neodymium magnets deliver a powerful and precise sound experience. Adjustable noise cancellation and highly sensitive microphones mean you'll never struggle to hear or be heard.

Your new comfort zone

Lambskin leather. Memory foam cushions. An ergonomic pressure-relieving headband that fits different types of head. All brought together by a lightweight aluminium frame. These versatile over-ear headphones give you cocoon-like comfort that lets you listen all day (and night).

Minimalism taken to the max

Sleek. Sturdy. Timeless. HX are the definition of quality headphones. Every line and curve has been meticulously engineered to not only please the eye, but the hand too. This is finishing you'll want to feel.

- Ergonomic headband

- Soft lambskin

- Lightweight aluminium

Connect and play.

With Bluetooth 5.1 and features like Microsoft Swift Pair, Google Fast Pair and Made for iPhone, it's easy to connect these Bluetooth headphones to the devices you already love. It's just as easy to switch between them, or pair with two devices at once. No missed moments. Just deeper ones.

You'll get tired before they do

So comfortable, you won't want to take them off. So long-lasting, you'll rarely have to. Listen for up to 35 hours with ANC, or turn ANC off and get up to 40 hours. That’s a week of work calls on a single charge.

Music at your fingertips

More bass, more warmth, more you. Personalise your listening experience with the B&O app. Beosonic equalizer and noise cancellation adjusters give you complete control over how you listen, with just a tap.

- Beosonic equalizer

- Adjustable noise cancellation

- Software updates with new features

- Transparency controls