OVERALL
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
ALTERNATIVES

Dali IO 6 Review | 93 Data compared

double-arrow
  • Avg. price: ~£260
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 60 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Dali IO 6 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.9

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%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

7.3

User score

Good
6.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

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

Score components:

52.0%

8.2

Sound

20.0%

3.9

Features

10.0%

6.3

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.4

Battery

4.0%

7.1

Calls & Controls

Good
7.3

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%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(155)
United States
Amazon_logo.png
4.1
(155)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 9.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 7.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.6

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.1
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 7.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.6

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    6.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
  • dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6
dali-io-6

Best prices in UK

Best rankings

?

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The DALI IO-6 is a premium closed-back wireless headphone featuring custom 50mm paper fiber cone drivers and a frequency response of 10Hz – 20kHz. It supports high-quality codecs including aptX HD, aptX, and AAC over Bluetooth 5.0, and offers up to 30 hours of battery life with active noise cancellation (ANC) engaged. Its main pros include an exceptionally natural, balanced soundstage that maintains its tonal integrity even with ANC active, a high-quality build using memory foam and synthetic leather, and versatile connectivity via USB-C (which supports digital audio) or a 3.5mm jack. However, cons include an ANC system that is less effective against high-frequency noise compared to rivals from Sony or Bose, the lack of a dedicated control app for EQ customization, and a high price point.

Technical Specifications of Dali IO 6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

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

Score components:

52.0%

8.2

Sound

20.0%

3.9

Features

10.0%

6.3

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.4

Battery

4.0%

7.1

Calls & Controls

6.7
Dali IO 6 has a technical score of 6.74 points, which is higher than that of 79.9% 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%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(155)
United States
Amazon_logo.png
4.1
(155)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.3
Dali IO 6 has a user score of 7.33 points, which is lower than that of 73% of products in this category.
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.
5.3
Dali IO 6 has a popularity of 5.3 points, which is higher than 53.6% 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

7.5
Dali IO 6 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 74.3% 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

yes
Dali IO 6 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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: 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

50 mm
Dali IO 6 uses a driver size of 50 mm, larger driver size than 86.1% of headphones and equal to 8.3% 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
Dali IO 6 uses 1 drivers, 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

10 Hz
Dali IO 6 reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% of headphones.
Show more
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

yes
Dali IO 6 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% 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: MEDIUM

yes
Dali IO 6 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% 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
Dali IO 6 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% 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
Dali IO 6 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% 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

?
Show more
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

wireless
Dali IO 6 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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

5.0
Dali IO 6 uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13% 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
Dali IO 6 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% 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: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

?
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

no
Dali IO 6 does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
Show more
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

yes
Dali IO 6 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% 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
Dali IO 6 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% 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

no
Dali IO 6 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
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

yes
Dali IO 6 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
Show more
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

60 hours
Dali IO 6 offers battery life of 60 hours, higher battery life than 79% of headphones and equal to 6.2% 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: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

30 hours
Dali IO 6 offers battery life with ANC of 30 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 43.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
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

2.5 hours
Dali IO 6 needs 2.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 52.4% of headphones and equal to 12.9% 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: MEDIUM

no
Dali IO 6 does not support quick charging. 69.1% 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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

1,100 mAh
Dali IO 6 has a battery capacity of 1100 mAh, higher battery capacity than 93.2% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
Show more
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

Dali
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

over-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

325 g
Dali IO 6 weighs 325 g, heavier than 86.8% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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: 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

4.4
Dali IO 6 has a clamp force of 4.4, higher clamp force than 50.7% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
Show more

Dali IO 6 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Dali IO 6 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

    Dali IO 6 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Dali IO 6 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 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

    Dali IO 6 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
  • More flexible connectivity
    Dali IO 6 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and 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: HIGH

    Dali IO 6 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (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: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.60 hours vs 30 hours
  • Clear call microphone
    Dali IO 6 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

    Dali IO 6 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Dali IO 6 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 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

    Dali IO 6 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • On-device controls
    Dali IO 6 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

    Dali IO 6 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 83.3% higher battery capacity
    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,100 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    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

    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,100 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.1100 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 19 mm more spacious earcup width
    Dali IO 6 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (62 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Foldable design
    Dali IO 6 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Dali IO 6 is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Better IP rating
    Dali IO 6 has a better IP rating than the average headphone (IP53 vs none). The average headphones have an IP rating of none.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Dali IO 6 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Dali IO 6 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Dali IO 6 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 83.3% higher battery capacity
    Dali IO 6 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,100 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • USB-C charging
    Dali IO 6 uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Removable battery
    Dali IO 6 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Dali IO 6 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Dali IO 6 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Dali IO 6 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Dali IO 6 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Dali IO 6 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 49.1% higher weight
    Dali IO 6 is heavier than the average headphone (325 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Dali IO 6 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Dali IO 6 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Dali IO 6 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 49.1% higher weight
    Dali IO 6 is heavier than the average headphone (325 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

    Dali IO 6 is heavier than the average headphone (325 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.325 g vs 218 g
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Dali IO 6 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Dali IO 6 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Dali IO 6 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
    Dali IO 6 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Dali IO 6 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 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

    Dali IO 6 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Dali IO 6 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
    When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=116 dB

    Dali IO 6 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 9.2% lower user score
    Dali IO 6 has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.33 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Dali IO 6 has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.33 vs 8.000).7.33 vs 8
Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery

Graphic comparison of Dali IO 6 and

Attribute category
Attribute
No results found

Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
155 Reviews
United States
Amazon_logo.png
4.1
155 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Dali IO 6?

  • Exceptional audiophile sound quality with high detail and natural tonal balance
  • Outstanding 30-hour battery life and fast USB-C charging
  • Highly comfortable design with plush memory foam ear pads and lightweight build
  • Excellent passive noise isolation even without ANC engaged
  • Premium build quality featuring high-quality synthetic leather and a sturdy metal frame
  • User-friendly physical buttons that are more intuitive than touch gestures for many users
  • Transparency mode effectively lets in ambient sound without distorting volume

What customers dislike about Dali IO 6?

  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is weaker compared to industry leaders like Sony or Bose
  • Higher price point than many comparable wireless competitors
  • Lack of a dedicated control app for EQ customization or firmware updates
  • Controls for skipping tracks can be fussy or non-intuitive
  • A very low, nearly inaudible hum or noise floor may be present in quiet environments
  • Bass may feel 'light' or too neutral for users accustomed to bass-heavy consumer headphones
  • Lack of modern features like auto-pause sensors when removing the headphones

Expert reviews

M
medium.com
06/11/2021
Review: DALI IO-6 Active Noise Cancellation Headphones | Medium

The Medium review of the DALI IO-6 highlights the headphones' premium build, memory foam comfort, and support for high-quality codecs like aptX HD. However, it notes that the design sits awkwardly between on-ear and over-ear, and the wireless sound can lack volume and midrange clarity. When used with a wired connection, the review finds the audio performance transforms into an...Read more

P
pickr.com.au
10/12/2019
Review: Dali IO-6 wireless noise cancelling headphones | Pickr

The Dali IO-6 is a premium, circumaural pair of wireless headphones that marks the Danish audio brand’s first venture into portable, personal noise-cancelling tech. Equipped with large 50mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0, and aptX HD support, these headphones deliver an exceptionally detailed, expansive, and wide soundstage. They truly excel with well-mastered acoustic tracks, jazz, and...Read more

L
lbtechreviews.com
18/10/2019
DALI IO-6 – Tech Reviews | L&B Tech Reviews

The DALI IO-6 marks the Danish speaker manufacturer’s debut into the premium noise-canceling headphone market, offering a luxurious design and exceptional sound quality. Built with high-end materials like aluminum, memory foam, and artificial leather, it delivers an incredibly clean, dynamic, and undistorted audio experience. The 50mm custom paper-fiber drivers excel at producing...Read more

S
soundstagesolo.com
20/01/2020
DALI IO-6 Bluetooth Noise-Canceling Headphones | SoundStage! Solo

The DALI IO-6 is a premium set of Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones priced at $499 USD that delivers exceptional, audiophile-grade sound quality. Reviewers praised its highly accurate, well-balanced frequency response, noting that no part of the audio spectrum feels exaggerated or muffled. Key pros include pristine treble clarity, punchy and defined bass, a wonderful sense of...Read more

H
headphone.guru
16/03/2020
DALI IO-6 Bluetooth Active Noise Cancelling Headphones Review | Headphone Guru

The DALI IO-6 over-ear headphones deliver highly impressive sound quality, boasting a wide soundstage and a warm, musical sonic signature with crisp guitars and snappy percussion when using aptX HD over Bluetooth 5.0. Designed by a renowned Danish loudspeaker company, they offer an exceptional 30-hour battery life, excellent passive noise isolation comparable to in-ear monitors, and...Read more

M
majorhifi.com
01/02/2020
Dali iO-6 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones Review | Major HiFi

The Major HiFi review provides a highly favorable assessment of the Dali iO-6 wireless noise-canceling headphones, praising the Danish speaker manufacturer’s impressive entry into the headphone market. The reviewer highlights several pros, beginning with the unboxing experience, which features straightforward, non-convoluted packaging accompanied by a premium semi-hard zipper case...Read more

T
trustedreviews.com
26/03/2024
DALI IO-6 Review | Trusted Reviews

The DALI IO-6 headphones are positioned as a premium wireless, active noise-canceling (ANC) option focusing on high-fidelity, transparent sound quality, reflecting the brand’s loudspeaker heritage. Key strengths include a 30-hour battery life, durable build, and a comfortable design tailored for long-term use. However, the review notes that the IO-6 falls behind top competitors in...Read more

T
techhive.com
17/03/2020
DALI IO-6 Wireless Hi-Fi headphone review | TechHive

The DALI IO-6 is a premium, closed-back wireless headphone that delivers an exceptional, warm, and sumptuous audio performance across multiple musical genres, maintaining its rich tonality whether active noise cancellation (ANC) is turned on or off. Built with high-quality materials, it features replaceable memory-foam earpads covered in synthetic leather that offer comfort and a...Read more

H
headphonereview.com
29/07/2020
DALI iO-6 Over-Ear Headphones Review | Headphone Review

The DALI iO-6 over-ear headphones deliver exceptional, audiophile-grade sound quality characterized by a well-balanced, relatively flat frequency response that emphasizes high-end detail and instrument separation. Built with premium materials like leather, memory foam, and a metal frame, these headphones are highly praised for their elegant, classy design and lightweight comfort...Read more

F
forbes.com
09/10/2019
If You've Been Waiting For An Audiophile Pair Of Noise Canceling Headphones... | Forbes

Mark Sparrow reviews the DALI iO-6 wireless headphones, highlighting them as a premium, audiophile-focused option featuring 50mm paper fiber drivers designed for a balanced, detailed sound. Key pros include exceptional build quality, comfortable memory foam earcups, 30-hour battery life, and superior audio fidelity, along with a transparent mode. While sound is a major strength,...Read more

W
whathifi.com
24/10/2019
Dali iO-6 review | What Hi-Fi?

The Dali iO-6 wireless noise-cancelling headphones are the first headphones made by the Danish speaker brand Dali. According to the What Hi-Fi? review, these headphones feature a high-quality, premium build with comfortable, rotating earcups and a powerful 30-hour battery life. The main positive points highlighted in the review are their detailed and insightful sound, textured...Read more

I
i-fidelity.net
21/11/2019
Dali IO-6: Review - i-fidelity.net

The i-fidelity.net test report evaluates the Dali IO-6 as a highly successful debut in the premium headphone market, heavily leaning on the manufacturer's extensive expertise in loudspeaker design. Pros highlighted in the review include its outstanding hi-fi sound quality, which focuses on a natural, well-balanced, and authentic acoustic reproduction rather than a artificially...Read more

(Translated)Show original
S
stereo.de
01/01/1970
DALI IO-6 - Test Results - stereo.de

The DALI IO-6, reviewed by STEREO, is a premium wireless headphone that successfully translates the brand’s high-fidelity loudspeaker DNA into a portable, audiophile-focused design. Key pros include an exceptionally transparent, well-balanced sound signature, robust 30-hour battery life, and high-quality build materials providing excellent passive isolation. The review notes that...Read more

(Translated)Show original
H
hifi-regler.de
01/01/1970
Reviews of Dali iO-6 - hifi-regler

The Dali iO-6 marks a highly successful headphone debut for the Danish loudspeaker manufacturer, earning praise across multiple German audio test magazines for its exceptionally natural, balanced, and warm sound signature. Designed around custom 50 mm drivers made with Dali’s signature paper pulp diaphragms, these closed-back headphones offer impressive detail, expressive midtones,...Read more

(Translated)Show original
H
hifi.de
20/11/2020
Dali iO-6 Review: Is the Danish Brand's Headphone Debut a Success?", "Dali iO-6 on Test: Did the Danish Debut Triumph?

The Dali IO6 represents the Danish manufacturer's first entry into the active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphone market, prioritizing a puristic HiFi experience over flashy app controls or touch surfaces. The review praises its exceptionally balanced and warm tonality, noting that it delivers clear instrument separation and structured, distortion-free bass that is ideal for long,...Read more

(Translated)Show original
L
lite-magazin.de
23/11/2019
Dali IO-6 – ultra-comfortable Bluetooth over-ears with all the luxury

The Dali IO-6 marks the Danish loudspeaker specialist's impressive entry into the premium wireless headphone market, offering an exceptionally built, closed-back Over-Ear design. Driven by large, custom-developed 50mm paper-fiber drivers and optimized neodym magnets, the headphones deliver an authentic, natural soundstage with well-differentiated mids and highs alongside...Read more

(Translated)Show original
A
areadvd.de
28/11/2019
Dali iO-6 – Bluetooth headphones with active noise cancelling and signature DALI sound

The Dali iO-6 Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones are a highly reliable, audiophile-focused premium entry priced at 399 Euros. They feature large 50 mm patented Free-Edge drivers with paper cones designed to mirror the authentic, well-balanced sound signature of Dali’s high-end home speakers. In terms of performance, the review highlights their exorbitantly good, three-dimensional...Read more

(Translated)Show original
K
kopfhoerer.de
04/03/2020
Dali IO-6 review on kopfhoerer.de

The Dali IO-6 Over-Ear Headphones receive high praise from kopfhoerer.de for their premium, stylish construction and exceptional, audiophile-grade sound performance. Designed by the Danish audio specialist Dali, these closed-back headphones utilize custom 50mm dynamic drivers to deliver a remarkably neutral, transparent, and balanced frequency spectrum that covers 10 to 20,000 Hz....Read more

(Translated)Show original
E
ericboisseau.com
28/05/2021
Discover the NAD HP70 and Dali IO-6: High-Quality Headphones

Design and Comfort The review evaluates two premium portable Bluetooth headphones: the Danish Dali IO-6 and the NAD Viso HP70. The Dali IO-6 features an elegant, rounded design combining metal and memory foam leatherette ear cups, offering an IP53 rating for light rain resistance. While its ear pads are highly comfortable, the headband can feel somewhat rigid during long listening...Read more

(Translated)Show original
A
avcesar.com
03/12/2019
Dali IO-6 - review, specifications & benchmark", "Dali IO-6 - test, specs & benchmark

Overview and Design The Dali IO-6 is an impressive high-end, over-ear wireless headset from the Danish audio brand, earning an 8/10 score. Priced at €399, this model distinguishes itself from the IO-4 by including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a premium travel package. It features large 50mm paper fiber drivers designed for a smooth, non-aggressive sound profile, and boasts a...Read more

(Translated)Show original
O
on-mag.fr
26/12/2019
Dali iO-6 review: A Bluetooth and noise-cancelling headphone that sounds like no other

The Dali iO-6 is a highly mature first attempt at a wireless, noise-canceling headphone from the Danish audio brand. It stands out for its robust Scandinavian design, featuring cast metal adjustment sliders, an aluminum and faux-leather finish, and easily replaceable memory foam ear cushions. Equipped with large 50mm Free Edge paper cone drivers, it delivers an audiophile-oriented,...Read more

(Translated)Show original
L
lesnumeriques.com
13/02/2020
Dali IO-6 Review: A Successful First Bluetooth Headphone

The Dali IO-6 is the Danish hi-fi manufacturer's first premium circum-aural Bluetooth headset, launched at a premium price of €399. It is praised for its very clean, neutral, and balanced sound signature in wireless mode, offering a natural soundstage and excellent extension in the high treble frequencies. Structurally, the headphones provide solid comfort for long listening...Read more

(Translated)Show original
Z
zococity.es
02/05/2023
Dali IO-6 - Active Noise Cancelling Headphones (User Reviews and Technical Analysis)

The Dali IO-6 over-ear headphones are a premium wireless audio option designed specifically for music enthusiasts who prioritize sound fidelity and mobility. Users praise their outstanding, high-fidelity audio reproduction, noting that it creates an immersive experience that makes you feel as though the artists are performing right next to you. The build quality is excellent,...Read more

(Translated)Show original
E
es.gizmodo.com
08/10/2019
Dali iO-6: This is what happens when a speaker expert makes their first headphones", "Dali iO-6: What happens when a loudspeaker specialist builds its...

The Dali iO-6 represents the premium Danish loudspeaker company's debut into the headphone market, designed with 50mm paper fiber diaphragms and an internal acoustic damping structure to mimic high-end speaker performance. The reviewer praises the headphones for delivering an incredibly rich, warm, and three-dimensional audio experience that brings music and films to life, noting it...Read more

(Translated)Show original
T
tweakers.net
16/12/2021
Thorough and Independent DALI IO-6 Reviews

According to user reviews on Tweakers, the Dali IO-6 headphones are highly regarded for their warm, detailed sound, robust build quality, and versatile connectivity, including passive wired operation. Users praise the exceptional comfort from memory foam cushions, allowing for long listening sessions, alongside a strong, long-lasting battery. Conversely, the active noise...Read more

(Translated)Show original
F
fwd.nl
17/08/2021
Review: DALI IO-6 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

Review Overview and Key Features The DALI IO6 is a wireless Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) headphone priced at €399, built by a Danish loudspeaker manufacturer that approached its design like a pair of high-fidelity speakers rather than a traditional headset、. Instead of off-the-shelf Mylar plastic diaphragms, the IO6 utilizes custom-designed 50mm drivers made from finely pressed...Read more

(Translated)Show original
H
hifi.nl
13/09/2019
DALI iO-6 noise-cancelling headphones review according to hi-fi experts

The DALI iO-6 is a premium wireless, over-ear noise-cancelling headphone designed by the well-known Danish loudspeaker brand to deliver true high-fidelity sound on the go. Retailing for just under 400 euros, it challenges heavyweights from Sony and Bose with a stylish, sophisticated design featuring soft leather and metal accents that prioritize both aesthetics and long-term...Read more

(Translated)Show original

Video reviews

Best alternatives

nothing-headphone-1
Nothing Headphone 1

Headphones

8.8
jbl-tour-one
JBL Tour One

Headphones

8.7
huawei-freebuds-studio
Huawei Freebuds Studio

Headphones

8.7
beyerdynamic-aventho-300
Beyerdynamic Aventho 300

Headphones

8.6
skullcandy-aviator-900-anc
Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC

Headphones

8.4
sony-wh-h900n
Sony WH H900N

Headphones

8.2
akg-n700ncm2
AKG N700ncm2

Headphones

8.2
bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Headphones

8.4
sonos-ace
Sonos Ace

Headphones

8.6
yamaha-yh-l700a
Yamaha YH L700a

Headphones

8.4
jbl-tour-one-m3
JBL Tour One M3

Headphones

9.0
cambridge-audio-melomania-p100
Cambridge Audio Melomania P100

Headphones

7.9

Compare Dali IO 6 with

VS
VS

Compare