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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£25
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

DBE DJ200 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

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%

5.8

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
5.8

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

6.1

Sound

20.0%

4.3

Features

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

4.8

Connectivity

6.0%

5.4

Battery

4.0%

7.3

Calls & Controls

Good
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 9.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    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%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 5.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.8
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    4.0

    Companion app

  • 7.3
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £25

Best rankings

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Verdict

The dbE DJ200 is a versatile, over-ear DJ headphone featuring 40mm drivers, a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, and a 32 Ohm impedance, making it easy to drive with mobile devices. Its primary characteristics include a foldable design for portability, a detachable 1.2m coiled cable with dual 3.5mm and 6.3mm jacks, and a high sensitivity of 122dB ± 3dB for loud, clear output. Key pros include its high-quality removable microphone, passive noise reduction for sound isolation, and a tangle-free cable. However, it lacks active noise cancellation and spatial audio support.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones DBE DJ200

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

?

Sound

20.0%

?

Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

5.8
DBE DJ200 has a technical score of 5.81 points, which is lower than that of 55.3% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
DBE DJ200 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 73.4% 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%

5.8

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.1
DBE DJ200 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is lower than 60% 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

no
DBE DJ200 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% 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: HIGH

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: HIGH

40 mm
DBE DJ200 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
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
DBE DJ200 uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and 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

20 Hz
DBE DJ200 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
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: LOW

yes
DBE DJ200 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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: LOW

yes
DBE DJ200 is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% 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
DBE DJ200 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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

yes
DBE DJ200 includes a boom microphone. 86.5% 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

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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: LOW

wired
DBE DJ200 supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
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: LOW

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: MEDIUM

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: LOW

no
DBE DJ200 does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

no
DBE DJ200 does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% 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
DBE DJ200 does not support EQ customization. 23.2% 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
DBE DJ200 does not work with a companion app. 21.6% 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: HIGH

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 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: LOW

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: LOW

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: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
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: LOW

no
DBE DJ200 does not support quick charging. 33.1% 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: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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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: LOW

DBE
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: LOW

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

191 g
DBE DJ200 weighs 191 g, lighter than 58.8% of headphones and equal to 0.2% 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: LOW

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: LOW

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DBE DJ200 vs the average pair of headphones

  • Clear call microphone
    DBE DJ200 offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% 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: LOW

    DBE DJ200 offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    DBE DJ200 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.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 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.
  • Dongle included
    DBE DJ200 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
    What it is: Comes with a USB or wireless dongle for connectivity
    When it matters: When you want a more reliable low-hassle wireless connection for a PC, console, or work machine without depending only on Bluetooth.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
  • Foldable design
    DBE DJ200 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Sidetone support
    DBE DJ200 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
    What it is: Lets users hear their own voice during calls
    When it matters: When long calls matter and you do not want to sound unnaturally loud in your own ears while speaking.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Dj-focused design
    DBE DJ200 is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
    Explicit DJ-oriented model or product line.
    What it is: Designed and marketed for DJ cueing, mixing, and booth monitoring
    When it matters: When you need headphones for cueing, beatmatching, and live DJ monitoring.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    DBE DJ200 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 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

    DBE DJ200 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 0.8 m longer cable length
    DBE DJ200 offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
    When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.

    Importance: LOW

    DBE DJ200 offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.2 m vs 1.2 m
  • Foldable design
    DBE DJ200 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 0.8 m longer cable length
    DBE DJ200 offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
  • Dj-focused design
    DBE DJ200 is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
  • 12.4% lower weight
    DBE DJ200 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (191 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    DBE DJ200 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • Play while charging
    DBE DJ200 can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    DBE DJ200 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.
  • Dongle included
    DBE DJ200 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
  • Low-latency game mode
    DBE DJ200 includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • Clear call microphone
    DBE DJ200 offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    DBE DJ200 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Boom microphone included
    DBE DJ200 includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.

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Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • No travel bag
    DBE DJ200 does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    DBE DJ200 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.
  • No neodymium magnet
    DBE DJ200 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    DBE DJ200 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.
    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

    DBE DJ200 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
  • 5.87x less popular
    DBE DJ200 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
    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.
    DBE DJ200 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • No travel bag
    DBE DJ200 does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% 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

    DBE DJ200 does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    DBE DJ200 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% 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

    DBE DJ200 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 3% worse value for money
    DBE DJ200 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.07 vs 7.279).
    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.
    DBE DJ200 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.07 vs 7.279).7.07 vs 7.28
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What customers like about DBE DJ200?

  • Punchy and focused bass that remains clear even at high volumes
  • Excellent value for money, often cited as a top choice for budget-conscious beginners
  • Foldable design makes it highly portable for travel
  • Comfortable over-ear fit with soft, padded ear cups suitable for long sessions
  • Detachable cable system with locking mechanism and multiple jack options (3.5mm and 6.35mm)
  • Durable construction featuring passive noise reduction through a tight acoustic seal

What customers dislike about DBE DJ200?

  • Lacks active noise cancellation (ANC), relying solely on passive isolation
  • Soundstage is somewhat narrow and 'cramped' for large musical ensembles
  • High frequencies can occasionally be piercing or thin
  • Lacks advanced features like spatial audio, in-ear detection, or built-in mute controls
  • No integrated control panel on the earcups or cable for volume/playback
  • Primarily a wired device; requires additional accessories for wireless/gaming use

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11/01/2023
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