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Heavys H1h Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:50 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):yes

Heavys H1h Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Heavys H1h
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

80%

8.3

Technical score

20%

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User score

★Better than 95% of headphones
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

★Better than 93%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

52%

9.6

Sound

20%

7.3

Features

10%

5.6

Design

8%

7.2

Connectivity

6%

6.7

Battery

4%

8.8

Calls & Controls

★Better than 95%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £260
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Heavys H1h

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

52%

9.6

Sound

20%

7.3

Features

10%

5.6

Design

8%

7.2

Connectivity

6%

6.7

Battery

4%

8.8

Calls & Controls

8.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 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 58% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
Heavys H1h has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

8.6
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
38 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 38 mm, smaller driver size than 71.5% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Number of drivers
4
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 4 drivers, more drivers than 99.2% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
5 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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
5
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 5 microphones, more microphones than 93.2% of headphones and equal to 2.8% 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
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.1, newer Bluetooth version than 84% of headphones and equal to 1.6% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
150 ms
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 150 ms, lower audio latency than 45.4% of headphones and equal to 4.9% of headphones.
Multipoint support
yes
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% 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
50 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 50 hours, higher battery life than 71.7% of headphones and equal to 5.7% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
40 hours
Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life with ANC of 40 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 61.5% of headphones and equal to 11% of headphones.
Charging time
5 hours
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
880 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 880 mAh, higher battery capacity than 85% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
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Brand name
Heavys
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
410 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 410 g, heavier than 95.7% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Heavys H1h vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Active noise cancellation
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • 3 more drivers
    This pair of headphones uses more drivers than the average pair of headphones (4 vs 1). The average headphones use 1 drivers.
    4 vs 1
  • 17.9% better value for money
    Heavys H1h has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.57 vs 7.3).
    8.57 vs 7.27
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 26,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (46,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    46,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 3 more drivers
    This pair of headphones uses more drivers than the average pair of headphones (4 vs 1). The average headphones use 1 drivers.
    4 vs 1
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • 20 hours longer battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    50 hours vs 30 hours
  • 51.7% higher battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (880 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    880 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • 10 hours longer ANC battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (40 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    40 hours vs 30 hours
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • AptX Adaptive support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Adaptive, the average pair of headphones does not. 6.7% of headphones support aptX Adaptive.
  • LE Audio support
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • AptX Lossless support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Lossless, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.8% of headphones support aptX Lossless.
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Dongle included
    This pair of headphones includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
  • AptX support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
  • Multipoint connections
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 4 more microphones
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (5 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    5 vs 1
  • 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.
  • Sidetone support
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 8 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2024 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2016
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This pair of headphones has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 88.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (410 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    410 g vs 218 g
  • 2 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (38 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    38 mm vs 40 mm
  • 5.87x less popular
    Heavys H1h is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Heavys H1h is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£260 vs £90).
    £260 vs £90
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 5.87x less popular
    Heavys H1h is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Heavys H1h is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£260 vs £90).
    £260 vs £90
  • 88.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (410 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    410 g vs 218 g
  • 2 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (38 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    38 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This pair of headphones has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    5 hours vs 2 hours

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Metal Epidemic
✓ explicit
08/04/2026
Hands-on review · sound, comfort and battery tests
Verdict
Heavys H1h suits heavy music, but is weak on varied genres and too pricey for what it offers.
9.0
RonOnTech
≈ estimated
02/02/2024
Unboxing and review · sound, comfort and pairing tests
Verdict
Heavys H1h sounds very good despite some missing features, and is worth a try for most listeners.
8.0
the Honest Audiophile
≈ estimated
03/10/2023
Hands-on review · sound, soundstage and ANC tests
Verdict
Heavys H1h is a good noise-cancelling Bluetooth option for bass-heavy listening, less suited to critical classical listening.
8.0
TT Technology
≈ estimated
02/03/2026
Overview · unboxing, comfort and features
Verdict
Heavys H1h is a positive overall pick, with bold, immersive sound and a premium feel.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcgamer.com
17/10/2024
Hands-on review · Gaming and music
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is punchy and detailed for music, but for gaming you need to plug it in to avoid lag and buy a boom mic for chat.
headphonesty.com
09/11/2023
Lab test · Bass-heavy over-ear
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a fun, bass-heavy pick for loud rock and metal and modern pop, but it needs volume to sound alive and lacks an app.
gamingnexus.com
30/10/2024
Hands-on review · Bass-heavy headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a bass-heavy pair that suits metal and game soundtracks, with punchy kick drums, but it is heavy and its controls feel clunky.
bangyourhead.substack.com
22/12/2024
Hands-on review · Metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a fun, lively pair with clear vocals and solid bass for hard rock and metal, but it is bulky, has stiff controls and suits big heads.
loudersound.com
15/05/2024
Hands-on review · Metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a punchy, tight-sounding pair for metal fans with strong road-noise cancelling, though its soundstage is narrower than rivals and it's heavy.
soundguys.com
03/09/2025
Lab test · Bass-forward over-ear
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a strong, bass-forward pick for heavy music, with roomy cups and good USB-C audio, but it is bulky and offers little app tuning.
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gogemio.com
31/10/2025
Summary of the review
Heavys Headphones Review for True Bass Fans💡 Pro Tip: These headphones are specifically tuned for metal and rock, featuring 8 drivers and a unique "H...
techradar.com
29/07/2025
Long-term test · Extreme metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H suits extreme metal fans, keeping growls and dense guitars clear at high volume, and stays comfortable through hours of wear.
jvmag.ch
26/04/2024
Hands-on test · Metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a powerful, detailed pair for metal fans that also suits films and games, though its imitation-leather pads can make you hot.
watson.ch
06/05/2024
Hands-on test · Metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H suits metal fans who want punchy, clear sound, and it works well for films and games too, though its imitation-leather pads run warm.
global.techradar.com
31/07/2025
Hands-on test · Metal headphones
Verdict
The Heavys H1H is a clear, detailed pair for extreme metal, but at 410g it is very heavy, and polished rock gains little.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Heavys H1h

  • Powerful bass-driven sound specifically engineered for heavy metal and hard rock music
  • Exceptional battery life, with many users reporting up to 50 hours of playback
  • Customizable aesthetic through interchangeable 'shells' featuring various metal bands
  • Effective physical controls, including a dedicated volume knob and tactile buttons
  • Large, spacious ear cups that remain comfortable even for users with ear piercings or glasses
  • Support for both wireless Bluetooth and high-quality wired connections

What customers don't like about Heavys H1h

  • Noticeably heavy and bulky design (approx. 410g), which can lead to neck fatigue
  • Significant 'clamping force' that some users find too tight for long-term wear
  • Potential for sound to become 'muddy' or unbalanced out-of-the-box without EQ adjustments
  • High level of 'noise bleed,' making them less ideal for quiet public environments
  • Concerns regarding build durability, particularly reports of the plastic headband snapping
  • Inconsistent app experience, with some users reporting difficulty during the initial setup

Verdict

The Heavys H1H is a full-size, closed-back headphone engineered by Axel Grell specifically for heavy music fans, featuring a unique eight-driver array (two woofers and two tweeters per side) and a frequency response of 5 Hz to 46 kHz (5 Hz to 24 kHz via Bluetooth 5.1). Key characteristics include a patented 'Natural Sound Field' design for an immersive soundstage, HellBlocker active noise cancellation (ANC), and up to 50 hours of battery life with support for aptX Adaptive and LHDC codecs. Main pros include its powerful, bass-forward sound signature that avoids muddiness, durable build with customisable artist shells, and versatile connectivity including USB-C digital and 3.5mm analog modes. However, notable cons include its significant 410g weight, which can cause hotspots on the head, clunky physical controls without touch support, and ANC performance that is less effective than industry-leading competitors.

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