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Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

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

Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 74% of headphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

52%

5.6

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.6

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 84%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 63%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

52%

5.6

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.6

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.3
User score
User score
7.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 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 64% of models
Popularity:
Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd has a popularity score of 7 points, which is higher than that of 64.3% of products in this category.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
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
9 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 9 mm, smaller driver size than 92.3% of headphones and equal to 2.6% 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
15 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.3% of headphones and equal to 5.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% 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
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% 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
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% 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
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Beyerdynamic
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
5 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 5 g, lighter than 99.1% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 97.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (5 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    5 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 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.
  • 2 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (104 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    104 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • 97.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (5 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    5 g vs 218 g
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 2 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (104 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    104 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    9 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 99% lower input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a lower max input power than the average pair of headphones (1 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1 mW vs 100 mW
  • 2.9% worse value for money
    Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.06 vs 7.3).
    7.06 vs 7.27
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 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.
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    9 mm vs 40 mm
  • 99% lower input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a lower max input power than the average pair of headphones (1 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1 mW vs 100 mW
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
zpolt
≈ estimated
12/10/2019
Hands-on review · casual listening and gaming tests
Verdict
Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is not a technical IEM, but a comfortable, bass-rich pick for casual listening and gaming.
9.0
RevAtlas
≈ estimated
21/07/2020
Hands-on review · sound, fit and comfort tests
Verdict
Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd has balanced sound and a comfortable fit, making it a good package at this price, though less suited to bass fans.
Not graded
Overview video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techpp.com
04/09/2020
Extended use test · Wired gaming in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is one of the best-sounding wired earphones at its price for music, but without a mic or controls it falls short for calls and team chat.
gizmotimes.com
22/01/2019
Comfort-focused review · Flat-design in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd suits people who listen while lying down, since its flat housing stays comfortable, though it has no microphone.
indianexpress.com
25/12/2018
Listening review · Bass-forward in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a good pick for bass lovers, with smooth, punchy bass that works across most genres, though not hard rock.
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techuneed.com
02/01/2019
Summary of the review
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asianage.com
13/12/2018
Review · Flat-design in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is comfortable for side-sleeping and sounds good, but its missing mic and pricey tag limit its appeal.
firstpost.com
11/02/2019
Review · Audiophile-brand budget in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd sounds decent and fits comfortably, but with no mic or remote it suits only bass fans who don't need call features.
technary.com
18/12/2018
Review · Flat-design wired earphones
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a comfortable, stylish wired earphone with decent bass and detail for music on a phone, laptop or tablet.
topbestof.com
13/08/2026
In-depth review · Wired in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd offers balanced treble, punchy bass and a slick design, but without a mic or buttons it cannot take calls.
areadvd.de
13/12/2018
Listening test · Budget in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a strong-bass budget in-ear that competes with rivals costing twice as much, though it lacks the finest detail of premium models.
lalber.org
06/08/2020
Listening review · Budget bass in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a sturdy travel in-ear with defined bass, but its cable noise makes quiet home listening a poor fit.
areadvd.de
02/09/2018
Hands-on test · Budget in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a punchy, mature-sounding budget in-ear with a comfortable fit that surprised in a short hands-on.
gadgetgear.nl
01/10/2018
Hands-on test · Budget in-ear
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a balanced, neutral budget in-ear that suits most buyers, though bass lovers will want more.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd

  • Extreme comfort, specifically for side-sleeping due to a flat, low-profile housing design
  • Punchy, bass-forward sound signature that appeals to many budget-conscious listeners
  • Highly lightweight (approx. 5g) and compact build that fits securely in various ear sizes
  • Comes with a variety of ear tip sizes (cone-shaped) for a customized, secure fit
  • Durable and tangle-resistant cable design for daily use

What customers don't like about Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd

  • Lacks an in-line microphone and remote controls, which is rare even for budget earphones
  • Plastic build quality may feel less premium compared to older metal models (like the Byron)
  • No carrying case or pouch included with the standard package
  • Highs can sometimes sound shrill or sibilant, and bass may slightly overpower the mid-range for audiophiles
  • Average passive noise isolation compared to more expensive in-ear monitors

Verdict

The Beyerdynamic Beat Byrd is a budget-friendly, wired in-ear headphone featuring a dynamic closed-back design with a frequency response of 15–21,000 Hz and a nominal impedance of 18 Ω. Notable for its ultra-flat housing, it is designed for exceptional comfort, making it suitable for side-sleeping, and it delivers a consumer-focused sound signature with punchy bass and a 104 dB SPL. Main pros include its lightweight 5g build, ergonomic fit with multiple silicone eartip sizes, and a flexible, tangle-resistant orange cable. However, it lacks an inline microphone and remote control, and some users find the plastic construction less durable than premium metal alternatives.

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