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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£55
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 60 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Audio-Technica ATH S220bt review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.4

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

6.5

Sound

20.0%

5.0

Features

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

7.1

Connectivity

6.0%

6.9

Battery

4.0%

7.7

Calls & Controls

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 8.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 6.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    ?

    Companion app

  • 7.3
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT is an exceptionally lightweight on-ear wireless headphone (180g) featuring 40mm closed-back dynamic drivers and a broad frequency response of 5 Hz to 32,000 Hz. Its primary characteristics include an industry-leading battery life of up to 60 hours, a rapid-charge feature providing 3.5 hours of playback from a 10-minute USB-C charge, and advanced Bluetooth 5.0 capabilities like multipoint pairing and a dedicated low-latency mode for synchronized gaming and video. Main pros consist of its impressive stamina, high-quality built-in microphone, and the flexibility of a detachable 1.2m cable with an in-line mic for wired use. However, notable cons include its non-foldable design, a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), and smaller earcups that may cause discomfort for some users during long sessions.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Audio-Technica ATH S220bt

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

6.4
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a technical score of 6.44 points, which is higher than that of 67.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 73.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.5
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 61% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: HIGH

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: HIGH

40 mm
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

5 Hz
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: LOW

no
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: LOW

yes
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: LOW

wireless
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

5.0
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13.1% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: LOW

yes
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

60 hours
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt offers battery life of 60 hours, higher battery life than 79.1% of headphones and equal to 6.1% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

4 hours
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt needs 4 hours to charge, higher charging time than 90.6% of headphones and equal to 4.6% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: LOW

yes
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: LOW

Audio-Technica
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: LOW

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

180 g
Audio-Technica ATH S220bt weighs 180 g, lighter than 61.7% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: LOW

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: LOW

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Audio-Technica ATH S220bt vs the average pair of headphones

  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Multipoint support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
    What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
    When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >45 hours

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.60 hours vs 30 hours
  • 12,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (32,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (32,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.32000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Quick charge support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
    What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
    When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • AptX Low Latency
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports aptX Low Latency, the average pair of headphones does not. 8% of headphones support aptX Low Latency.
    What it is: Supports aptX Low Latency codec for reduced lag
    When it matters: When you care about reducing Bluetooth lag during video or gaming.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports aptX Low Latency, the average pair of headphones does not. 8% of headphones support aptX Low Latency.
  • On-device controls
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 17.4% lower weight
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt is lighter than the average pair of headphones (180 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 12,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (32,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • Quick charge support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • USB-C charging
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • AptX Low Latency
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports aptX Low Latency, the average pair of headphones does not. 8% of headphones support aptX Low Latency.
  • AAC codec support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
  • Low-latency game mode
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • On-device controls
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Find-my-headphones feature
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt supports find-my-headphones features, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.7% of headphones support Find My Headphones.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • No travel bag
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (4 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (4 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
    When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (4 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.4 hours vs 2 hours
  • 5.87x less popular
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • No travel bag
    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
    What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
    When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH S220bt does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
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What customers like about Audio-Technica ATH S220bt?

  • Exceptional battery life lasting up to 60 hours
  • Extremely lightweight and portable design
  • Great value for money at an affordable budget price point
  • Convenient multipoint Bluetooth pairing to connect two devices at once
  • Good, well-balanced sound quality with clear vocals and prominent bass
  • Includes a physical 3.5mm audio cable for zero-latency wired listening
  • Fast charging capability via USB-C

What customers dislike about Audio-Technica ATH S220bt?

  • Wireless microphone quality is poor and can sound muffled during calls
  • The on-ear cups are relatively small and may feel tight or cause fatigue
  • Noticeable reduction in audio depth and clarity when switching from wired to Bluetooth mode
  • Lacks active noise cancellation (ANC)
  • Treble details and high-end frequencies can lack dimension on certain tracks
  • Sound tends to leak out to the surroundings when the volume is turned up high

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