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Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Form factor:on-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro 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 DT 231 Pro
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 71% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.3

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 79%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.3

Calls & Controls

5.4
User score
User score
7.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

7.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Popularity:
Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro has a popularity score of 5.2 points, which is lower than that of 56.9% of products in this category.
5.2
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%

5.9

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
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
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
No
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
?
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
on-ear
Weight
130 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 130 g, lighter than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
8.9
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 8.9, higher clamp force than 99.1% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
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Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 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.
  • 1.3 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2.5 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    2.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 g vs 218 g
  • 1.3 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2.5 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    2.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    No vs yes
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a higher clamp force than the average pair of headphones (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    8.9 vs 4.3
  • 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 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.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 5.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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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    Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro
    the average pair of headphones
    Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.57 vs 8).
    7.57 vs 8
  • 2.4% worse value for money
    Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.1 vs 7.3).
    7.1 vs 7.27
  • 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.
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a higher clamp force than the average pair of headphones (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    8.9 vs 4.3
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free 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.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 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
  • 8 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (95 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    95 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 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.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    No vs yes
  • 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.
  • 12 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2004 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    August 2004
    2004 vs 2016

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

nasilemaktech.com
18/05/2015
Hands-on review · Budget clarity headphone
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is a light, comfortable headphone with clear mids and highs, but its bass lacks punch and it blocks little outside noise.
kopfhoerer.de
01/12/2014
Budget review · Studio and stage
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is a light, budget headphone for studio and stage use, with decent sound for the price but a nasal midrange and on-ear pressure.
hifitest.de
13/01/2015
Review · Budget studio monitor
Verdict
The Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is a neutral, detailed studio headphone that sounds far above its price, but it needs a portable amp on phones.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro

  • Excellent value for money, often described as having a high price-to-performance ratio.
  • Exceptionally lightweight and solid build quality for the price.
  • Comfortable soft velour ear pads that are user-replaceable.
  • Balanced and clear sound signature, particularly strong in mids and highs.
  • Good soundstage and detailing for an entry-level closed-back model.
  • Effective for home studio recording as the closed design helps prevent mic bleed.

What customers don't like about Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro

  • Bass response is often cited as lacking in impact or quantity.
  • Poor noise isolation for a closed-back design, leading to sound leakage.
  • Small earcup size can cause discomfort or warmth for users with larger ears.
  • Recessed or 'cool' midrange noted by some users, requiring amplification for best results.
  • Cable is non-detachable and the overall aesthetic can feel somewhat 'cheap' or plain.
  • Adjustable headband can sometimes create mechanical noise while moving.

Verdict

The Beyerdynamic DT 231 Pro is a lightweight, closed-back dynamic headphone designed for studio and stage applications, featuring a supra-aural (on-ear) design and weighing approximately 130g. Technical specifications include a frequency response of 20 Hz to 18,000 Hz, a nominal impedance of 32 ohms—making it easy to drive with portable devices—and a sound pressure level (SPL) of 95 dB. Its main characteristics include a brilliant sound with clarity in the mids and highs, soft replaceable earpads, and a 2.5m single-sided straight cable. Main pros include its exceptional comfort for long sessions, highly portable low-profile design, and strong value for its price point. However, common cons include disappointing passive noise isolation, a somewhat lacking low-end bass punch, and earcups that may feel too small for users with larger ears.

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