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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£620
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

3.8

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%

2.9

Technical Score

20.0%

7.3

User score

Poor
2.9

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%

2.8

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

2.9

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

1.1

Calls & Controls

Very poor
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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

3.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(54)
United States
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4.5
(54)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 0.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 0.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.3

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 0.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 2.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.3

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Focal Hadenys is a premium open-back headphone featuring proprietary 40mm Aluminium/Magnesium 'M'-shaped dome drivers and a lightweight magnesium yoke, weighing only 294g. With a low impedance of 26 ohms and 100dB sensitivity, it is exceptionally easy to drive from portable sources, delivering a warm, detailed sound profile and an expansive soundstage through its honeycomb-grille design. Main pros include its extreme comfort for long sessions, punchy bass for an open-back model, and elegant earthy brown aesthetics. However, some users report a slightly constricted soundstage compared to larger open-back rivals, an uneven midrange, and a stock cable that feels somewhat stiff.

Technical Specifications of Focal Hadenys

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%

2.8

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

2.9

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

1.1

Calls & Controls

2.9
Focal Hadenys has a technical score of 2.93 points, which is lower than that of 99.7% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

3.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(54)
United States
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4.5
(54)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.3
Focal Hadenys has a user score of 7.31 points, which is lower than that of 73.3% 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.
3.4
Focal Hadenys has a popularity of 3.4 points, which is lower than 58% 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%

3.8

Overall score

40.0%

7.2

Price

4.8
Focal Hadenys has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.8 points, which is lower than 96.1% 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
Focal Hadenys does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% 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

40 mm
Focal Hadenys uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% 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
Focal Hadenys 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

20 Hz
Focal Hadenys reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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: MEDIUM

N/A
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

no
Focal Hadenys is not headset-ready, while 15.3% is. 84.7% 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

0
Focal Hadenys has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% 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

N/A
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

N/A
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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

wired
Focal Hadenys supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% 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: 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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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

N/A
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
Focal Hadenys 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

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

no
Focal Hadenys does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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

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: 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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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

Focal
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

294 g
Focal Hadenys weighs 294 g, heavier than 79.7% of headphones and equal to 0.1% 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

open-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
Focal Hadenys has a clamp force of 4, lower clamp force than 51.5% of headphones and equal to 7.5% of headphones.
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Focal Hadenys vs the average headphone

  • Open-back design
    Focal Hadenys uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
    When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Hadenys uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 0.6 m more useful cable length
    Focal Hadenys offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 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

    Focal Hadenys offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.1.8 m vs 1.2 m
  • 3.5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Focal Hadenys offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (63.5 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Hadenys offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (63.5 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.63.5 mm vs 60 mm
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Focal Hadenys has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Focal Hadenys has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.22000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 7 years newer release date
    Focal Hadenys was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    June 2024
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Focal Hadenys was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2024 vs 2017
  • Open-back design
    Focal Hadenys uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 0.6 m more useful cable length
    Focal Hadenys offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
  • 3.5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Focal Hadenys offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (63.5 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Focal Hadenys has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 7 years newer release date
    Focal Hadenys was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

Total
Design
Sound
Features
  • 34.9% higher weight
    Focal Hadenys is heavier than the average headphone (294 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup width
    Focal Hadenys has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Focal Hadenys does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Focal Hadenys has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Focal Hadenys has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Focal Hadenys does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • Not headset-ready
    Focal Hadenys is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Focal Hadenys has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Focal Hadenys does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Focal Hadenys does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Hadenys does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Focal Hadenys does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    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

    Focal Hadenys does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 34.9% higher weight
    Focal Hadenys is heavier than the average headphone (294 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

    Focal Hadenys is heavier than the average headphone (294 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.294 g vs 218 g
  • Not headset-ready
    Focal Hadenys is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    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

    Focal Hadenys is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Focal Hadenys 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

    Focal Hadenys 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
  • 6.89x more expensive
    Focal Hadenys is more expensive than the average headphone (£620 vs £90).
    Focal Hadenys is more expensive than the average headphone (£620 vs £90).£620 vs £90
  • 39.2% worse value for money
    Focal Hadenys has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.84 vs 6.736).
    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.
    Focal Hadenys has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.84 vs 6.736).4.84 vs 6.74
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Focal Hadenys has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    Focal Hadenys has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
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Calls & Controls
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United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
54 Reviews
United States
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4.5
54 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Focal Hadenys?

  • Punchy and visceral bass response, rare for open-back headphones
  • Lightweight design (approx. 294g-300g) that remains comfortable for long sessions
  • Clear and detailed midrange with forward, well-defined vocals
  • Easy to drive even with modest equipment like phone dongles (26-ohm impedance)
  • Excellent imaging and instrument separation
  • Sleek, premium build quality with a unique brown/earthy aesthetic

What customers dislike about Focal Hadenys?

  • Relatively narrow soundstage for an open-back model, often described as 'in-head' or small
  • Limited headband extension and smaller cup openings may not suit users with larger heads or ears
  • Noticeable peak in the treble (around 6.3 kHz) that can sound sharp or fatiguing on certain tracks
  • Included 6ft cable is stiff, has significant 'memory,' and can be unwieldy
  • Questionable value at the full $699 MSRP compared to cheaper competitors or used high-end models
  • Earpad fabric may show wear (fluffing) relatively quickly with active use

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audioreviews.org
27/03/2025
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24/02/2025
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01/04/2025
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31/10/2024
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Focal Hadenys Review Summary The Focal Hadenys open-back headphones offer a luxurious, stylish aesthetic inspired by the Focal Bathys, featuring earthy tones and an open-back grille. Built with a 40mm aluminum/magnesium "M" dome driver configuration, these headphones deliver highly accurate stereo imaging, deep layering, and a natural, punchy bass performance that excels with...Read more

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23/10/2024
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The AVForums review awards the Focal Hadenys open-back headphonesGo a perfect 10/10, crowning them the top performer under £1,000. Offering significant performance and design elements from Focal's high-end Clear MG at less than half the price, these headphones are praised for delivering luxury high-fidelity with minimal compromise. Pros include exceptional tonal balance, versatility...Read more

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14/06/2024
Focal Hadenys Review: Entry into the World of Focal Over-Ear Headphones

The LowBeats review highlights the Focal Hadenys as an accessible, wired, open-back entry into the brand’s premium lineup, featuring 40mm aluminium-magnesium drivers with a 294g lightweight chassis. Combining a brown, mineral-inspired design with breathable earpads, the headphones offer exceptional comfort for extended listening sessions. Performance is characterized by high...Read more

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08/01/2025
Focal Hadenys Review: A Concert on Your Head

The Focal Hadenys is an open-back, over-ear headphone priced at €699 that serves as an accessible entry point into Focal's premium head-fi lineup, utilizing the same 40mm aluminium-magnesium drivers found in its closed-back sibling, the Azurys. Designed specifically for attentive, critical listening at home, it features an elegant dark brown aesthetic with signature hexagonal earcup...Read more

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