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boAt Bassheads 122 ANC Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£9
Avg. price in US: ~$10
Form factor: in-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

boAt Bassheads 122 ANC review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.3

Very good

7.1

Very good

8.0

Excellent

3.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
5.9
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
10
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
9.3
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
10
Ambient sound mode
5.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
7.2
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
9.3
Weight
24.0%
10
Water resistance
20.0%
5.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

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Best rankings

#3 in Best Budget In Ear Headphones
#11 in Best In Ear Headphones
#13 in Best Wired Headphones
#205 in Best USB-C Headphones
#256 in Best Noise Cancelling Headphones
#256 in Best Headphones with Mic

Verdict

The boAt Bassheads 122 ANC is a wired in-ear earphone featuring 13mm dynamic drivers that deliver a bass-forward sound signature across a 20Hz–20kHz frequency range. Its standout feature is the 25dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) alongside an Ambient Mode, both powered via a modern USB Type-C connector rather than a traditional battery. Designed for comfort, it includes silicone earmuffs and ear fins for a snug fit, an IPX5 water resistance rating, and an in-line microphone with integrated controls for calls and volume. Main pros include its affordability for an ANC-enabled device and its effective noise reduction in indoor environments. However, notable cons include an ANC performance that struggles in loud outdoor settings, a thin plastic cable that feels flimsy, and an in-line controller layout prone to accidental button presses.

Technical Specifications of boAt Bassheads 122 ANC

Overall score

7.3

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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.

Sound

7.9

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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

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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

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

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

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Calls & Controls

8.7

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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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

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

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

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

2.9

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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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

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

N/A

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: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

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: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

5.7

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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

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

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

N/A

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: LOW

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

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Battery

9.0

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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: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

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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: MEDIUM

N/A

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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

7.7

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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: MEDIUM

boAt

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: HIGH

in-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

N/A

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boAt Bassheads 122 ANC vs the average headphone

Why is boAt Bassheads 122 ANC better than the average headphone?

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Active noise cancellation
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.
Importance: HIGH
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
77.1% lower weight
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC is lighter than the average headphone (50 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC is lighter than the average headphone (50 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.50 g vs 218 g
10 dB/mW higher sensitivity
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (112 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (112 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.112 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
Clear call microphone
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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: MEDIUM
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes on-device controls, the average headphone 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: MEDIUM
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.
Importance: LOW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.
Importance: LOW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
USB-C charging
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
What it is: Uses USB-C connector for charging or data
When it matters: When you want to charge with the same cable family used by your phone, tablet, laptop, or other daily devices.
Importance: LOW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
77.1% lower weight
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC is lighter than the average headphone (50 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Water resistance
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
Active noise cancellation
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
10 dB/mW higher sensitivity
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (112 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
USB-C charging
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Play while charging
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
Clear call microphone
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
7 newer release date
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

Calls & Controls

Why is boAt Bassheads 122 ANC worse than the average headphone?

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Fixed cable
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No travel bag
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
27 mm smaller driver size
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
No neodymium magnet
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
97% lower input power handling
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a lower max input power than the average headphone (3 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
27 mm smaller driver size
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
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: MEDIUM
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.13 mm vs 40 mm
Fixed cable
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.
Importance: MEDIUM
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
No travel bag
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% 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
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
No neodymium magnet
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.
Importance: LOW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
97% lower input power handling
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a lower max input power than the average headphone (3 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
What it is: Maximum input power the drivers can safely handle
When it matters: When you pair the headphones with stronger sources or dedicated gear.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=300 mW
boAt Bassheads 122 ANC has a lower max input power than the average headphone (3 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.3 mW vs 100 mW

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What customers like about boAt Bassheads 122 ANC?

Affordable entry-point for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) in wired earphones
Punchy and deep bass signature suitable for bass lovers
Good indoor ANC performance for blocking low-frequency sounds like fans or ACs
Comfortable ergonomic design with ear fins for a snug fit
Convenient Type-C connectivity for modern smartphones
Good microphone clarity for calls and meetings

What customers dislike about boAt Bassheads 122 ANC?

Outdoor ANC effectiveness is significantly lower in chaotic environments
Build quality of the wire feels flimsy and prone to long-term durability issues
High bass can sometimes overshadow mids and vocals
Poorly designed inline controller leads to accidental button presses
Small detection delay (2-3 seconds) when first plugged into a device
No battery for audio, but ANC draws power from the connected phone

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