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Meze 11 Neo Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Meze 11 Neo Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Meze 11 Neo
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 77% of headphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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 81% of models
Score components

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.5

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 81%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 80%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Meze 11 Neo

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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 81% of models
Score components:

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.5

Calls & Controls

5.4
User score
User score
7.3/ 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 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

7.3
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Popularity:
Meze 11 Neo has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than that of 49.8% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
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
8 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 8 mm, smaller driver size than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 1.7% 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
16 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.1% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
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
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Meze
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
18.1 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 18.1 g, lighter than 86.4% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Meze 11 Neo vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 91.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (18.1 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    18.1 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 4,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 91.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (18.1 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    18.1 g vs 218 g
  • 4,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 32 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 0.2 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.5 % vs 0.3 %
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Meze 11 Neo
    the average pair of headphones
    Meze 11 Neo has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.29 vs 8).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    Meze 11 Neo has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.02 vs 7.3).
    7.02 vs 7.27
  • 1 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (101 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    101 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Meze 11 Neo
    the average pair of headphones
    Meze 11 Neo has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.29 vs 8).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    Meze 11 Neo has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.02 vs 7.3).
    7.02 vs 7.27
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 32 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8 mm vs 40 mm
  • 0.2 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.5 % vs 0.3 %
  • 1 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (101 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    101 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.

Video reviews

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

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Joshua Valour
✓ explicit
25/05/2018
Hands-on review · sound, fit and phone power
Verdict
Meze 11 Neo is a great buy at this price, with excellent sound and build quality.
9.0
Currawong
≈ estimated
02/09/2016
Hands-on review · tip rolling and DAP pairing tests
Verdict
Meze 11 Neo is recommended for the price, with clear sound, though some tips brighten the treble too much.
9.0
JustAnotherFlutist
≈ estimated
27/08/2016
Hands-on review · noise isolation, tips and sound tests
Verdict
Meze 11 Neo is a strong budget option with Meze sound, best used with the silicone tips.
9.0
Sean Daniel
≈ estimated
21/10/2016
Short review · balanced sound and fit
Verdict
Meze 11 Neo has balanced, polite sound for the money, though not for bass lovers.
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

headfonics.com
16/10/2016
Hands-on review · Balanced in-ear earphones
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a clean, balanced in-ear with excellent clarity for the price, but its soundstage trails rivals and it is light on bass.
H
head-fi.org
09/08/2016
Summary of the review
Meze 11 Neo - Reviews - Head-Fi
hifipig.com
06/11/2018
Hands-on review · Budget in-ear monitors
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a well-built in-ear with rich bass and mids and excellent value, though its treble is light and noise isolation is weak.
headfonia.com
27/12/2016
Hands-on review · Metal-bodied in-ears
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a well-made, bright in-ear with a speedy, forward midrange that suits rock and metal but leaves hip-hop sounding hollow.
M
medium.com
28/04/2017
Summary of the review
Meze 11 Neo IEM Review - Medium
resonancereviews.com
19/09/2016
Hands-on review · Budget in-ears
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a very good budget in-ear with natural, versatile sound and sturdy aluminium build, though its in-line button is awkward.
headphone.guru
09/01/2017
Hands-on review · Budget in-ears
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a good travel in-ear with a lush, poppy sound and warm bass, though it sounds less airy than higher-end models.
everydaylistening.net
22/11/2016
Hands-on review · Budget in-ears
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a balanced, versatile in-ear with warm, natural sound and fine build, though its treble is laid back and lacks vibrancy.
hear.audio
01/09/2016
Hands-on review · Budget in-ears
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a punchy, entertaining in-ear that sounds well above its price, though Comply foam tips dull the sound.
A
avguide.ch
07/12/2017
Summary of the review
Meze Audio: Sound, Design, and Comfort in Harmony
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avguide.ch
07/04/2019
Summary of the review
Meze Audio – Perfectionism: Sound, Design, and Comfort in Harmony
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ericboisseau.com
27/01/2017
Hands-on test · Compact in-ear earphones
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is an elegant, pocketable earphone with good sound and a handy case, though it needs a better source to sound its best.
elchapuzasinformatico.com
01/12/2016
Hands-on test · In-ear earphones
Verdict
The Meze 11 Neo is a neutral, well-built in-ear that sounds clean and detailed, but it lacks the bass punch that electronic music needs.
H
hifi.nl
20/10/2021
Summary of the review
Review Meze Audio Elite: Yes, It Can Get Even Better
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uniqueradio.nl
30/03/2017
Summary of the review
Sony NW-A35 Walkman Review
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Meze 11 Neo

  • Premium build quality with durable brushed aluminum housings and reinforced cables
  • Well-balanced, natural, and non-fatiguing sound signature suitable for various genres
  • Excellent value for money, often performing at a level of more expensive monitors
  • Generous accessory package, including high-quality Comply foam tips and a protective carrying case
  • Lightweight and comfortable ergonomic design that fits securely for long listening sessions
  • Punchy and well-extended bass that remains controlled without muddying the mid-range

What customers don't like about Meze 11 Neo

  • Noticeable cable microphonics (noise from the cord rubbing against clothing)
  • In-line remote button can be stiff, small, or difficult to double-press for track skipping
  • Soundstage and imaging are relatively intimate and lack the depth found in higher-end models
  • Lack of on-cable volume controls on the integrated microphone module
  • Treble may feel slightly rolled off or polite for those who prefer a very bright or analytical sound

Verdict

The Meze 11 Neo is a premium, budget-friendly in-ear monitor (IEM) featuring 8mm titanium-coated mylar drivers that deliver a balanced, warm sound signature with a frequency response of 16Hz–24KHz. Its robust construction includes a lightweight brushed aluminum housing, a 1.2m non-detachable 7N oxygen-free copper (OFC) cable, and a 3.5mm gold-plated jack, all with a low impedance of 16 Ohms and sensitivity of 101dB for easy use with smartphones. Main characteristics and pros include its exceptional build quality, clear mids, punchy bass, and a comprehensive accessory package featuring a hard zipper case and Comply foam tips. However, potential cons include some cable microphonics (noise from cable movement), an in-line remote button that can be difficult to double-press, and treble that some listeners may find slightly recessed or lacking in ultimate extension.

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