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Denon AH C250 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Denon AH C250 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Denon AH C250
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

6.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 60% of headphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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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–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

5.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.4

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 57%
6.2

User score

User score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 96%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Denon AH C250

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

5.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.4

Calls & Controls

6.0
User score
User score
6.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.2
Popularity
Popularity
4.9/ 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 60% of models
Popularity:
Denon AH C250 has a popularity score of 4.9 points, which is lower than that of 59.5% of products in this category.
4.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

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
balanced armature
Driver size
?
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
4 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 4 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 97.2% of headphones and equal to 2.1% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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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
yes
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% 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
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% 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
Denon
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
5.2 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 5.2 g, lighter than 99% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Denon AH C250 vs the average pair of headphones

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  • 97.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (5.2 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    5.2 g vs 218 g
  • 14 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (4 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    4 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • 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.
  • 7 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 97.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (5.2 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    5.2 g vs 218 g
  • 14 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (4 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    4 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 7 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 30% lower user score
    User score
    6.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Denon AH C250
    the average pair of headphones
    Denon AH C250 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.16 vs 8).
    6.16 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Denon AH C250 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£210 vs £90).
    £210 vs £90
  • 4 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2012 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    November 2012
    2012 vs 2016
  • 3.1% worse value for money
    Denon AH C250 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.05 vs 7.3).
    7.05 vs 7.27
  • 30% lower user score
    User score
    6.2/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Denon AH C250
    the average pair of headphones
    Denon AH C250 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.16 vs 8).
    6.16 vs 8
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Denon AH C250 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£210 vs £90).
    £210 vs £90
  • 3.1% worse value for money
    Denon AH C250 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.05 vs 7.3).
    7.05 vs 7.27
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No 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.
  • 4 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2012 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    November 2012
    2012 vs 2016

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Denon AH C250

  • Excellent sound quality described as transparent and character-free with deep, accurate bass
  • Premium build quality featuring a solid zinc housing that feels durable and high-end
  • Superior fit and comfort, including a large variety of 7 ear tip sets (silicon and double solid silicon) to ensure a custom seal
  • Highly functional in-line remote and microphone positioned higher up the cable for better voice clarity during calls
  • Tangle-free cable with double sleeving for increased toughness and convenience
  • Includes a high-quality leather storage pouch with a removable carabiner for travel

What customers don't like about Denon AH C250

  • Mixed reviews on sound quality; while most praise it, some users found it lacking for the price point
  • Ear tip comfort can be subjective; one reviewer preferred third-party tips over the 7 included pairs
  • High impedance (87 Ohms) compared to many standard in-ear monitors, which may require more power for optimal volume
  • Lack of modern features found in newer competitors, such as active noise cancellation (ANC) or a detachable cable

Verdict

The Denon AH-C250 Music Maniac in-ear headphones feature single balanced armature full-range drivers and a passive crossover, delivering an acoustically transparent response with a frequency range of 4 Hz to 19,000 Hz. Housed in durable zinc die-cast shells, these wired earphones offer an 87-ohm impedance and a sensitivity of 109 dB/mW, featuring a 1.3m tangle-free double-layered cable with an integrated microphone and remote specifically optimized for Apple devices. Their primary advantages include a highly secure and comfortable fit aided by seven sets of ear tips (including double-solid silicon versions), a robust build quality, and clear vocal performance with deep, accurate bass. However, they are noted for a lack of active noise cancellation and a high impedance that may require more power for optimal volume compared to standard portable earbuds.

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