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  • Avg. price: ~£160
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 20 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

5.1

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%

5.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

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%

5.8

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.0

Design

8.0%

5.7

Connectivity

6.0%

4.0

Battery

4.0%

8.0

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%

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Popularity

  • 9.1
    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%

    3.1

    Battery life

  • 3.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.6
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 3.6
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Focal Listen Wireless is a closed-back circum-aural headphone featuring 40mm Mylar-titanium electrodynamic drivers that deliver a balanced, high-fidelity sound with a frequency response of 15Hz to 22kHz and a high sensitivity of 122dB. Key characteristics include Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity with aptX support for CD-quality audio, a 20-hour battery life, and high-density heat-sensitive memory foam ear cushions that provide excellent passive noise isolation. Main pros include its durable, foldable design, exceptional vocal clarity, and the inclusion of a dual-microphone 'Clear Voice Capture' system for high-quality calls. However, some cons to consider are the lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), the absence of multipoint pairing, and a relatively bulky profile that does not fold flat for storage.

Technical Specifications of Focal Listen Wireless

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%

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Sound

20.0%

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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

5.1
Focal Listen Wireless has a technical score of 5.14 points, which is higher than that of 57.8% 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
Focal Listen Wireless has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

6.5
Focal Listen Wireless has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is lower than 60.6% 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 Listen Wireless 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 Listen Wireless 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 Listen Wireless 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

15 Hz
Focal Listen Wireless reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.5% of headphones and equal to 5.7% 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

yes
Focal Listen Wireless 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
Focal Listen Wireless 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

2
Focal Listen Wireless has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% 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
Focal Listen Wireless 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

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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

wireless
Focal Listen Wireless 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

4.1
Focal Listen Wireless uses Bluetooth version 4.1, newer Bluetooth version than 62.2% of headphones and equal to 5.3% 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

15 m
Focal Listen Wireless offers a Bluetooth range of 15 m, higher Bluetooth range than 84.2% of headphones and equal to 6.2% 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

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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

yes
Focal Listen Wireless supports multipoint. 35% 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

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 Listen Wireless 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
Focal Listen Wireless 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
Focal Listen Wireless supports voice assistants. 39.2% 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

20 hours
Focal Listen Wireless offers battery life of 20 hours, lower battery life than 65.5% of headphones and equal to 8.2% 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

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

3 hours
Focal Listen Wireless needs 3 hours to charge, higher charging time than 66% of headphones and equal to 21.3% 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
Focal Listen Wireless 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

500 mAh
Focal Listen Wireless has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, lower battery capacity than 55.9% of headphones and equal to 9.3% of headphones.
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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

300 g
Focal Listen Wireless weighs 300 g, heavier than 80.9% of headphones and equal to 1.3% 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

4.9
Focal Listen Wireless has a clamp force of 4.9, higher clamp force than 59.5% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
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Focal Listen Wireless vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Focal Listen Wireless has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Focal Listen Wireless has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 20 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (122 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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (122 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.122 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • More flexible connectivity
    Focal Listen Wireless 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

    Focal Listen Wireless offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Focal Listen Wireless 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

    Focal Listen Wireless offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Focal Listen Wireless 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

    Focal Listen Wireless includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
    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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.15 m vs 10 m
  • Wind noise reduction
    Focal Listen Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Focal Listen Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 1 more microphones
    Focal Listen Wireless has more microphones than the average headphone (2 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 Listen Wireless has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.2 vs 1
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Focal Listen Wireless has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 20 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (122 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 19 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (122 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Focal Listen Wireless 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.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Focal Listen Wireless has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Focal Listen Wireless can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Focal Listen Wireless offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
  • Clear call microphone
    Focal Listen Wireless offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Focal Listen Wireless includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Focal Listen Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 1 more microphones
    Focal Listen Wireless has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.

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Calls & Controls
  • 37.6% higher weight
    Focal Listen Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 0.6 higher clamp force
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 16.7% lower battery capacity
    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 37.6% higher weight
    Focal Listen Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (300 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 Listen Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.300 g vs 218 g
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.20 hours vs 30 hours
  • 4.65x less popular
    Focal Listen Wireless is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Focal Listen Wireless is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 0.6 higher clamp force
    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.4.9 vs 4.3
  • 16.7% lower battery capacity
    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 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

    Focal Listen Wireless has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.500 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Focal Listen Wireless is more expensive than the average headphone (£160 vs £90).
    Focal Listen Wireless is more expensive than the average headphone (£160 vs £90).£160 vs £90
  • 3.6% worse value for money
    Focal Listen Wireless has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.50 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 Listen Wireless has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.50 vs 6.736).6.5 vs 6.74
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Focal Listen Wireless?

  • Balanced and clear sound signature with impressive detail in the mid-range and vocals
  • Excellent passive noise isolation from thick memory foam ear cushions
  • Solid battery life of approximately 20 hours on a single charge
  • Durable and flexible build quality, featuring a sturdy plastic frame and metal hinges
  • Included accessories like a neoprene carrying case and a locking 3.5mm cable for wired use
  • Supports high-quality wireless audio via the aptX Bluetooth codec

What customers dislike about Focal Listen Wireless?

  • Strong clamping force and firm headband padding can cause discomfort during long sessions
  • Confusing on-ear control layout, often leading to accidental button presses
  • Lack of active noise cancellation (ANC) and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity
  • Relatively heavy weight compared to some competitors in the same price range
  • Treble can occasionally sound a bit bright or harsh on certain tracks
  • Micro-USB charging port is considered dated compared to modern USB-C standards

Expert reviews

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soundguys.com
23/05/2018
Focal Listen Wireless review: It's OK to be bulky - SoundGuys

The SoundGuys review of the Focal Listen Wireless praises the headphones for offering a well-balanced, mature sound signature with a subtle low-end boost and wide soundstage from 40mm drivers. Key benefits include thick, heat-sensitive memory foam ear cushions that provide excellent passive noise isolation and comfort for glasses wearers. However, the headset is described as heavy...Read more

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headfonia.com
19/10/2017
Review: FOCAL Listen & Listen Wireless - Headfonia

The Headfonia review characterizes the Focal Listen and Listen Wireless as durable, foldable, and comfortable portable headphones featuring 22mm memory foam cushions for excellent passive isolation. The wireless model offers 20-hour battery life, Bluetooth 4.1, and aptX compatibility, providing a solid build suitable for travel, though with a somewhat bulky aesthetic. Sound-wise,...Read more

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pcmag.com
31/07/2017
Focal Listen Wireless Review - PCMag

The $299 Focal Listen Wireless headphonesGo are praised by PCMag for delivering a stylish, refined design with accurate audio, featuring 40mm Mylar/Titanium drivers. Pros include exceptional high-frequency clarity, excellent passive noise isolation, and a balanced, un-sculpted sound signature. However, the review notes significant comfort issues, specifically uncomfortable pressure...Read more

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themasterswitch.com
04/07/2018
Review: Focal Listen Wireless | The Master Switch

The Focal Listen Wireless ($219) headphones feature a robust, well-constructed plastic build with memory foam ear cushions that offer excellent passive isolation. Sonically, these headphones punch above their price point, delivering a rich, full, and meatily balanced sound with warm, highly detailed mid-ranges and crisp highs, making them particularly great for genres like soul and...Read more

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hifiandmusicsource.com
19/02/2018
Focal Listen Wireless Headphones - Review - Hi-Fi+

The Focal Listen Wireless are over-ear, closed-back Bluetooth 4.1 headphones that offer strong noise isolation, an understated design, and a comfortable, secure fit suited for walking and commuting. Equipped with aptX codec support and a battery life of up to 20 hours, they provide a well-controlled, clean sound profile that avoids exaggerated bass in favour of high composure and...Read more

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headphonereview.com
21/06/2018
Focal Listen Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Review Would you like a comparison of the pros and cons mentioned across these specific reviews?

The Focal Listen Wireless headphones are a premium over-ear option praised for their accurate, audiophile-friendly sound signature and high-quality build. They feature a sleek plastic design that feels premium, balanced low-to-mid frequencies, and highly boosted, crisp highs that offer excellent clarity without easily distorting. The headphones come with functional physical buttons,...Read more

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majorhifi.com
18/07/2017
Focal Listen Wireless Review - Major HiFi

The Focal Listen Wireless is an uber-stylish, lightweight over-ear headphone that delivers impressive, bass-strong audio tailored for popular music genres like pop, EDM, and indie rock. Built with durable plastic components, it features a travel-friendly fold-up design, an exceptional maximum volume output that doesn't leave the listener wanting more, and up to 20 hours of battery...Read more

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techhive.com
25/09/2017
Focal Listen Wireless review - TechHive

The Focal Listen Wireless are over-the-ear, closed-back headphones designed by the high-end French audio brand to offer a taste of their premium pedigree at a more modest, $300 price point. They feature 22mm thick memory foam ear pads that provide excellent passive noise isolation and comfort, though they can build up heat and mild sweat during extended use. A notable strength is...Read more

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whathifi.com
13/11/2017
Focal Listen Wireless review - What Hi-Fi?

The Focal Listen Wireless headphones fail to meet the manufacturer's usual high standards, offering a middle-of-the-road performance for their £220 price tag. On the positive side, the headphones deliver a smooth sound with clean, well-articulated high-end frequencies that effortlessly round off harsh or bright recordings. They also provide solid musical organization and a...Read more

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cnet.com
19/07/2017
Focal Listen Wireless review - CNET

The Focal Listen Wireless is a $300 premium Bluetooth headphone that delivers rich, refined sound with punchy bass and natural midrange tones. It features a sturdy design with thick memory foam ear pads that seal out a lot of room noise. The device includes a dedicated power switch, supports handy NFC tap-to-pair technology, and has a decent battery life of up to 20 hours. It also...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
31/07/2017
Focal Listen Wireless - Review 2017 - PCMag UK

The Focal Listen Wireless headphones ($299) offer a highly accurate, clean, and beautifully balanced frequency response designed for listeners who prioritize general audio realism over heavily artificial sound signatures. Built around 40mm mylar titanium drivers, these over-ear headphones sport a sleek, all-black contour featuring glossy earcups, matte headband finishes, and...Read more

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hardwareinside.de
02/12/2018
Focal LISTEN WIRELESS CHIC EDITION – Wireless Headphones Review

Focal Listen Wireless Chic Edition The Focal Listen Wireless Chic Edition is a premium, closed-back, over-ear Bluetooth headphone that delivers exceptional audio performance for its €209 price point. The review highlights its outstanding, authentic sound quality, which avoids the artificial tuning common in many competitors. It shines particularly in reproducing acoustic instruments...Read more

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audiovision.de
21/06/2019
Focal Listen Wireless (Review)

The Focal Listen Wireless headphones are a 300-gram wireless upgrade to the standard Listen model, featuring Bluetooth and NFC connectivity alongside a 3.5mm wired option. Originally priced at 250 Euros but found online for around 150 Euros, they fully charge via Micro-USB in three hours to deliver 20 hours of battery life. The retail package includes a fabric carrying case, a USB...Read more

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hifi-journal.de
08/10/2019
Review: Focal Listen Wireless Headphones

The review from HiFi-Journal highlights the Focal Listen Wireless as a well-constructed, entry-level model within the brand's premium lineup. The reviewer notes that while the headphones rely heavily on plastic rather than the luxury metals found on its high-end siblings, they still maintain an appealing, high-quality aesthetic with a subtle shiny logo, green matte finish, and...Read more

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maison-et-domotique.com
28/09/2017
Focal Listen Wireless: Review of Focal's new wireless headphones

The Maison et Domotique review highlights the Focal Listen Wireless as a stylish, well-built Bluetooth 4.1 headset featuring comfortable memory foam ear cushions that offer excellent passive noise isolation. While praised for its high-gloss design, the headphones feature somewhat awkward, hard-to-navigate controls on the ear cups, and the included soft carrying case offers...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
28/01/2018
Focal Listen Wireless Review: A Successful Transition to Cordless

The Focal Listen Wireless is the French manufacturer's successful first venture into the wireless headphone market, earning a 5-star rating from Labo Fnac. The headphone retains the distinctive, elegant black design of its wired predecessor, blending matte and glossy finishes, though the plastic construction easily attracts fingerprints. Weighing 307 grams, it features circum-aural...Read more

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cnetfrance.fr
02/08/2017
Focal Listen Wireless headphones: charming despite its flaws

The Focal Listen Wireless is a sturdy, premium full-size Bluetooth headphone that successfully translates the brand's respected audiophile heritage into a wireless format. Reviewed by CNET, its primary strengths lie in its construction and audio fidelity. The headphones offer a highly comfortable, snug fit, paired with a robust design that folds up into an included neoprene travel...Read more

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on-mag.fr
26/02/2018
Focal Listen Wireless Review: A Robust and Practical Wireless Headphone

The ON-mag review highlights the Focal Listen Wireless as a highly robust and practical closed-back, circum-aural headphone option. Structurally, the reviewer praises its exceptionally sturdy, "all-terrain" design, featuring thick plastic sliders that allow the headphones to fold up effortlessly. Its simple, physical interface utilizes large, slightly raised rubber buttons on the...Read more

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clubic.com
02/06/2019
Focal Listen Wireless Review: A well-isolated headphone that respects the music

The Focal Listen Wireless is a solid entry-game circum-aural Bluetooth headset that offers versatile compatibility across various musical styles due to its highly linear sound signature. Built entirely of durable plastic, it features flexible matte headbands, glossy earcups, and collapsible 40mm mylar/titanium drivers that fold into a foam pouch. It delivers reliable, universal...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
21/09/2017
Focal Listen Wireless Review: Wireless Audio Performance

The Focal Listen Wireless is a closed-back, circum-aural Bluetooth headphone that mirrors its wired predecessor's design while adding wireless functionality. The build relies heavily on plastic with a glossy black earcup finish that is prone to fingerprints. It features convenient on-ear controls, a dedicated power switch, and a battery life that lasted over 23 hours in tests....Read more

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afdigitale.it
27/11/2017
Focal Listen Wireless: French sound that only half convinces

The Focal Listen Wireless are mid-range Bluetooth headphones priced at €249 that deliver a mixed performance, ultimately falling short of the French manufacturer's usual high standards. On the positive side, they offer a solid and clean sound signature, particularly excelling in the mid and high frequencies. High notes are well-articulated and never overly sharp or abrasive, while...Read more

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tech.everyeye.it
22/11/2017
Focal Listen Wireless Review: High-End Assassin's Creed Branded Headphones

The Focal Listen Wireless Assassin's Creed: Origins Edition is a high-end, limited-edition over-ear headset launched in collaboration with Ubisoft. Priced at €249 exclusively on the Ubisoft store, these closed-back circumaural headphones feature a striking black and blue aesthetic with gold accents, matching the artistic direction of the game. The design elegantly incorporates...Read more

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