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NAD Viso HP20 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

NAD Viso HP20 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

NAD Viso HP20
5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical score

20%

5.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of headphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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 87% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 87%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

52%

5.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.2

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 84%
5.5

User score

User score
5.5/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones NAD Viso HP20

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

52%

5.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.2

Calls & Controls

5.3
User score
User score
5.5/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.5
Popularity
Popularity
4.8/ 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 61% of models
Popularity:
NAD Viso HP20 has a popularity score of 4.8 points, which is lower than that of 60.4% of products in this category.
4.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.7
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
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% 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
NAD
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
20 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 20 g, lighter than 85% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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NAD Viso HP20 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 90.8% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (20 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    20 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.
  • 90.8% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (20 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    20 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.
  • 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.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 46.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.5/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    NAD Viso HP20
    the average pair of headphones
    NAD Viso HP20 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (5.46 vs 8).
    5.46 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 8% worse value for money
    NAD Viso HP20 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.73 vs 7.3).
    6.73 vs 7.27
  • 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
  • 46.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.5/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    NAD Viso HP20
    the average pair of headphones
    NAD Viso HP20 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (5.46 vs 8).
    5.46 vs 8
  • 8% worse value for money
    NAD Viso HP20 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.73 vs 7.3).
    6.73 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
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 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
  • 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.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

whathifi.com
22/10/2014
Expert review · In-ear headphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 is a refined, open-sounding pair that suits listeners who want detail and space, though bass fans and punchy sound may look elsewhere.
hometheaterhifi.com
17/03/2014
Detailed review · Warm in-ear headphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 is a warm, full-sounding in-ear with a surprisingly wide soundstage for its size, though its long earpieces and bass boost may not suit everyone.
letstalk-tech.com
24/04/2014
Hands-on review · Aluminium in-ear headphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 is solidly built, with strong bass and clear vocals, though treble turns harsh at high volumes.
nasilemaktech.com
04/07/2014
Listening test · Comfortable earphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 is comfortable and places instruments well in space, though its bass is less punchy than rival earphones.
techgoondu.com
03/11/2013
Review · Bass-focused in-ear earphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 offers deeper, tighter bass and a wide soundstage that suit rock fans, though it is not cheap for what you get.
bkmagazine.com
21/03/2014
Hands-on review · In-ear headphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 is the best in-ear tried at its price, with rich bass and clear mids, though getting a good fit takes some trying.
soundstagexperience.com
Undated
Feature review · RoomFeel in-ears
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 sounds open and natural for an in-ear, but its noisy flat cable makes it a poor choice for jogging.
consumerreports.org
Undated
Lab test · Ear-insert earphones
Verdict
The NAD Viso HP20 gives punchy, neutral sound and stays put once fitted, but its sizzly treble and ear pressure may bother some listeners.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about NAD Viso HP20

  • High-quality sound with a neutral, refined character and a wide, open soundstage using 'RoomFeel' technology
  • Excellent build quality featuring solid, lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum housings
  • Effective passive noise isolation that performs well even in noisy environments like public transit
  • Generous accessory package including five pairs of gel tips, an airline adapter, a shirt clip, and a travel pouch
  • Tangle-resistant flat cable design

What customers don't like about NAD Viso HP20

  • Large, bullet-shaped housings that stick out from the ears and may feel unstable or uncomfortable for some users
  • Inline remote functionality is limited to Apple iOS devices, with volume and call controls often not working on Android
  • Microphonics (cable noise) where rubbing against clothing creates audible thumps and scratches during movement
  • Rigid silicone ear tips that can be difficult to fit deeply or comfortably in all ear sizes
  • Bass response may feel disconnected or insufficient for 'bass heads' seeking heavy low-end punch

Verdict

The NAD VISO HP20 is a premium in-ear headphone featuring precision-milled aluminum housings and ultra-low mass 8mm drivers with neodymium magnets. It is engineered with proprietary RoomFeelâ„¢ technology to simulate the open soundstage of a live performance, delivering a neutral frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz with a 16 Ohm impedance and 100dB/mW sensitivity. Main characteristics include a tangle-free OFC flat cable, an inline Apple-compatible remote/microphone, and a comprehensive accessory kit with five sizes of gel eartips. Pros include its exceptionally clear, punchy bass, natural vocal reproduction, and effective passive noise isolation; however, cons include harsher treble at high volumes, a remote with limited functionality on non-iOS devices, and a bulky housing design that can sometimes be easily knocked out of position.

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