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Belkin Soundform Surround Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:60 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Belkin Soundform Surround Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Belkin Soundform Surround
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 69% of headphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 70%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.4

Design

8%

6.7

Connectivity

6%

9.6

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 67%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 71%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Belkin Soundform Surround

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.4

Design

8%

6.7

Connectivity

6%

9.6

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

6.4
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Popularity:
Belkin Soundform Surround has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than that of 74.1% of products in this category.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones 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
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.4
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.4, newer Bluetooth version than 95.2% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
?
Multipoint support
yes
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
60 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones 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
N/A
Charging time
2 hours
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
?
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Brand name
Belkin
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
230 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 230 g, heavier than 53.6% of headphones and equal to 1.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Belkin Soundform Surround vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones 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
    This pair of headphones 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
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Belkin Soundform Surround is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Kid-friendly design
    This pair of headphones has a kid-friendly design, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.6% of headphones are designed for kids.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    This pair of headphones 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
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    This pair of headphones supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Low-latency game mode
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 9 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2025 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    March 2025
    2025 vs 2016
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 5.5% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (230 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    230 g vs 218 g
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 5.5% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (230 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    230 g vs 218 g
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No neodymium magnet
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

digitalreviews.net
29/05/2025
Real-use test · Office and gym headphones
Verdict
The Belkin SoundForm Surround is a comfortable, secure-fitting pair for work calls and workouts, with long battery life but no app for tuning sound.
impulsegamer.com
08/06/2025
Hands-on review · Everyday headphones
Verdict
The Belkin SoundForm Surround is a simple, good-value over-ear pair for casual listening and home working, but lacks active noise cancelling.
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pocketmags.com
01/08/2025
Summary of the review
Belkin SoundForm Surround | MacFormat August 2025
gadgetvoize.com
04/02/2026
Hands-on review · Everyday headphones
Verdict
The Belkin SoundForm Surround is a balanced, long-lasting pair for work and travel, though it lacks noise cancelling and can feel firm on larger heads.
smartphonemag.de
08/03/2026
Hands-on test · Wireless over-ear
Verdict
The Belkin SoundForm Surround is a comfortable, balanced over-ear pair with noise cancelling that suits calls, video and everyday listening.
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pocketmags.com
01/08/2025
Summary of the review
Belkin SoundForm Surround | MacFormat August 2025
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hifi.nl
03/09/2020
Summary of the review
Review: Belkin Soundform Elite
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Belkin Soundform Surround

  • Exceptional battery life of up to 60 hours per charge
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for long listening sessions
  • Clear and reliable call quality for work and meetings
  • Stays secure during movement, making them effective for gym use
  • Affordable price point offering high value
  • Stable Bluetooth 5.4 connection with multipoint support
  • Environmentally conscious design using recycled materials

What customers don't like about Belkin Soundform Surround

  • Lacks Active Noise Cancellation (ANC); relies only on passive isolation
  • Sound profile may lack deep bass 'punch' for some listeners
  • Ear cups may be slightly small or snug for users with larger ears
  • No companion app for EQ customization or firmware updates
  • Plastic build does not feel 'ultra-premium'
  • Does not include a carrying case in the box

Verdict

The Belkin Soundform Surround is a wireless over-ear headset designed for productivity and casual listening, featuring 40mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint connectivity for two devices. It boasts a standout 60-hour battery life with fast USB-C charging, a 20Hz–20kHz frequency range, and environmental noise cancellation (ENC) via its built-in microphone for clear call quality. Major pros include its exceptional runtime, comfortable foldable design with cloud foam ear pads, and the use of eco-friendly recycled plastics. However, notable cons include the lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), the absence of a dedicated carrying case, and the lack of a companion app for EQ customization.

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