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Koss Prodj200 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Koss Prodj200 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Koss Prodj200
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 62% of headphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.0

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

5.6

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 71%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 63%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Koss Prodj200

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.0

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

5.6

Calls & Controls

5.5
User score
User score
7.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 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–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Koss Prodj200 has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is higher than that of 57.7% of products in this category.
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
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
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
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
10 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.2% of headphones and equal to 12.6% 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
?
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
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% 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
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% 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
Koss
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
284 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 284 g, heavier than 75.5% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Koss Prodj200 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 32 mm more spacious earcup height
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup height than the average pair of headphones (92 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    92 mm vs 60 mm
  • 26 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (70 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    70 mm vs 44 mm
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Dj-focused design
    This pair of headphones is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
    Marked yes because the product is explicitly described as a DJ headphone or designed for DJs / DJ monitoring in the product summary.
  • 32 mm more spacious earcup height
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup height than the average pair of headphones (92 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    92 mm vs 60 mm
  • 26 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (70 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    70 mm vs 44 mm
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Dj-focused design
    This pair of headphones is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
    Marked yes because the product is explicitly described as a DJ headphone or designed for DJs / DJ monitoring in the product summary.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 30.3% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (284 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    284 g vs 218 g
  • 3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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.
  • 11 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (99 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    99 dB vs 110 dB
  • 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.
    January 2012
    2012 vs 2016
  • 30.3% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (284 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    284 g vs 218 g
  • 3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 11 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (99 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    99 dB vs 110 dB
  • 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.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 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.
    January 2012
    2012 vs 2016

Video reviews

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

9.5
Vintage Audiophile
≈ estimated
25/03/2020
Long-term use · owned for years, ear cups replaced
Verdict
Koss ProDJ200 is hard to beat for the price and remains a long-term favourite for handling everything a listener needs.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

majorhifi.com
21/06/2016
Product review · Portable DJ headphone
Verdict
The Koss Pro DJ200 is a relatively inexpensive headphone with deep low end for hip hop, rock and EDM, but its cramped soundstage struggles with orchestral music.
mobiflip.de
30/03/2012
Test · DJ headphone with remote
Verdict
The Koss Pro DJ200 has excellent sound, good noise isolation and a handy remote, though the remote works only on the shorter cable.
M
mysoundbook.eu
Keine Angabe
Summary of the review
An Overview of the Koss ProDJ200 Full-Size Headphones
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Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Koss Prodj200

  • Excellent value for the price
  • Deep, detailed, and luscious low-end (bass) response
  • High-quality, durable build with spun metal ear cups
  • Versatile connectivity with two detachable cords (coiled and straight with mic/remote)
  • Convenient features like a stereo/mono toggle switch and 180-degree swivel cups
  • Good sound isolation and overall comfort for long listening sessions
  • Includes a sturdy, high-quality protective travel case
  • Great performance for mid-range frequencies, particularly vocals

What customers don't like about Koss Prodj200

  • Mids can sometimes feel too relaxed or slightly forward
  • Highs can be occasionally piercing or thin on certain instruments like strings
  • Narrow soundstage that can feel cramped for large ensembles or orchestras
  • Requires significant power (often benefits from an external amplifier) to reach full potential
  • Design is somewhat bulky and less ideal for highly portable use
  • Stock ear pads may not be comfortable for all users (though replaceable)
  • Proprietary remote cable can be difficult to replace if it breaks

Verdict

The Koss ProDJ200 is a full-size, noise-isolating headphone designed for both professional DJs and music enthusiasts, featuring a wide frequency response of 10–25,000 Hz, 38-ohm impedance, and a sensitivity of 99 dB SPL. Its key characteristics include spun metal earcups that swivel 180 degrees for single-ear monitoring, a manual stereo/mono switch, and a versatile detachable cable system including both an 8-foot coiled cord and a 4-foot straight KTC remote/mic cable. Main pros highlighted by users include its punchy and detailed low-end, comfortable closed cushions that provide good passive isolation, and its highly portable fold-flat design accompanied by a protective hard case. However, some cons involve a soundstage that can feel cramped for complex orchestral tracks and highs that may occasionally sound piercing or thin depending on the genre.

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