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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£620
  • Avg. price in US: ~$650
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 80 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Noble Audio Fokus Apollo review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.4

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%

8.1

Technical Score

20.0%

4.7

User score

Very good
8.1

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%

9.0

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

8.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.8

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

Excellent
4.7

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%

6.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.0
(7)
United States
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3.0
(7)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

Poor
  • 9.7
    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%

    10

    Battery life

  • 8.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.5

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 10
    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%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 7.7
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.5

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo is a premium wireless over-ear headphone featuring a world-first patented hybrid driver system that combines a 40mm dynamic driver for powerful bass with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for detailed mids and highs. Built with high-end materials like anodized aluminum, Alcantara, and replaceable protein leather earpads, it supports audiophile-grade codecs including LDAC, aptX HD, and AAC via Bluetooth 5.3. Main pros include its class-leading battery life of up to 80 hours (60 with hybrid ANC enabled), an included detachable boom microphone for clear calls, and versatile connectivity via USB-C or 3.5mm wired modes. However, some users note potential cons such as a bulky, non-folding design, a lack of an IP rating for water resistance, and high-frequency noise pickup on the internal microphones when used without the boom mic.

Technical Specifications of Noble Audio Fokus Apollo

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%

9.0

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

8.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.8

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

8.1
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a technical score of 8.07 points, which is higher than that of 94.9% 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%

6.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.0
(7)
United States
Amazon_logo.png
3.0
(7)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

4.7
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a user score of 4.69 points, which is lower than that of 99.1% of products in this category.
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.
1.6
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a popularity of 1.6 points, which is lower than 69.6% 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%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

7.2

Price

7.4
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is higher than 72.4% 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

yes
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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

hybrid
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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

2
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo uses 2 drivers, more drivers than 96% of headphones and equal to 2.5% 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

10 Hz
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

6
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 2.4% 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

yes
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo includes a boom microphone. 84.5% 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

5.3
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.6% of headphones and equal to 6.5% 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

10 m
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

yes
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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

yes
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports EQ customization. 76.8% 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

yes
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo works with a companion app. 55.7% 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

80 hours
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers battery life of 80 hours, higher battery life than 92% of headphones and equal to 2.5% 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

60 hours
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers battery life with ANC of 60 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 91.4% of headphones and equal to 3.8% of headphones.
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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

1,000 mAh
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a battery capacity of 1000 mAh, higher battery capacity than 85.8% of headphones and equal to 5.2% 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

Noble
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

327 g
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo weighs 327 g, heavier than 87.2% of headphones and equal to 0.2% 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

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Noble Audio Fokus Apollo vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.80 hours vs 30 hours
  • 30 hours longer ANC battery life
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.60 hours vs 30 hours
  • More flexible connectivity
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Clear call microphone
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Water resistance
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 30 hours longer ANC battery life
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 66.7% higher battery capacity
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,000 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • USB-C charging
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 5 more microphones
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Quick mic mute
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Boom microphone included
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
  • EQ customization
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 7 newer release date
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 50% higher weight
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is heavier than the average headphone (327 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 1 fewer drivers
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has fewer drivers than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones use 1 drivers.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 50% higher weight
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is heavier than the average headphone (327 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is heavier than the average headphone (327 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.327 g vs 218 g
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo 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
  • 3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 6.89x more expensive
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is more expensive than the average headphone (£620 vs £90).
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is more expensive than the average headphone (£620 vs £90).£620 vs £90
  • 70.8% lower user score
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower user score than the average headphone (4.69 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has a lower user score than the average headphone (4.69 vs 8.000).4.69 vs 8
  • 1 fewer drivers
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has fewer drivers than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones use 1 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

    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo has fewer drivers than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones use 1 drivers.2 vs 1
  • 2.87x less popular
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is less popular than the average headphone (1.62 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.
    Noble Audio Fokus Apollo is less popular than the average headphone (1.62 vs 4.646).1.62 vs 4.65
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.0
7 Reviews
United States
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3.0
7 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Noble Audio Fokus Apollo?

  • Industry-leading wireless sound quality with exceptional clarity and detail
  • World-first hybrid driver system (40mm dynamic + 14.5mm planar magnetic)
  • Massive battery life, reaching up to 80 hours (60 hours with ANC enabled)
  • Superb passive noise isolation due to a tight seal and quality earpads
  • Premium build materials, including anodized aluminium, Alcantara, and protein leather
  • Includes a high-quality detachable boom microphone for clear calls and gaming
  • Versatile connectivity options including LDAC, aptX HD, USB-C audio, and 3.5mm passive mode
  • Helpful companion app with a 10-band EQ and personalized hearing tests

What customers dislike about Noble Audio Fokus Apollo?

  • High price point compared to mainstream flagship competitors
  • ANC performance is underwhelming and struggles with high-frequency sounds like voices
  • Enabling ANC can noticeably degrade audio quality and shrink the soundstage
  • Headband can cause a 'hot spot' or discomfort during long listening sessions
  • Large and bulky design; the carry case is protective but not very portable
  • Lack of voice prompts for ANC modes; uses generic beeps that are hard to distinguish
  • Reported issues with the quality and fit of the included 3.5mm cable
  • Transparency mode can sound unnatural and sometimes introduces a background hiss

Expert reviews

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majorhifi.com
11/09/2024
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Review - Major HiFi

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo ($649) is an innovative over-ear wireless headphone featuring the world’s first patented hybrid dual-driver system, combining a 40mm dynamic driver for warm, punchy bass and a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for precise, crisp treble. Built with a durable anodized aluminum frame and comfortable, replaceable memory foam earpads wrapped in Korean Protein...Read more

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rtings.com
26/09/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo Headphones Review - RTINGS.com

The Noble FoKus Apollo excels for commuting and office use, featuring outstanding noise isolation, a robust build, and exceptional comfort with a plush headband and Alcantara-lined ear pads. They provide over 40 hours of battery life, versatile wired/wireless connectivity, a high-performing detachable boom microphone, and a balanced, warm sound profile. RTINGS.comHowever, the...Read more

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primeaudio.org
01/01/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo Review - Prime Audio

The Noble FoKus Apollo ($649 USD) is the brand's first over-ear headphone, featuring a unique hybrid speaker configuration with a 40mm dynamic driver for punchy bass and a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for clear midranges and crisp treble. Built with premium materials like Alcantara and anodized aluminum, the headphones offer a comfortable fit, an exceptionally wide soundstage for a...Read more

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moonstarreviews.net
02/04/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo Review - MOONSTAR Reviews

The Noble FoKus Apollo ($649.00) marks Noble Audio's first entry into the over-ear wireless market, utilizing a patented hybrid driver setup that pairs a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver. This configuration produces a dynamic, slightly V-shaped sound signature featuring an exceptionally robust bass with deep sub-bass decay, sparkling and airy treble that...Read more

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cordbusters.co.uk
08/03/2025
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Review: Excellent Hybrid Sound

Based on the review, the Noble Audio FoKus Apollo (£599) is a premium pair of over-ear wireless headphones that stands out for introducing the world's first hybrid driver system, combining a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver. This unique design delivers spectacular, audiophile-grade audio quality with an exceptional soundstage, crisp highs, and deep,...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
20/05/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo Review - Trusted Reviews

The Noble FoKus ApolloGo over-ear headphones debut with a unique hybrid dual-driver design, featuring a 40mm dynamic and 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for exceptional, controlled bass and detailed sound. Key strengths include an impressive 80-hour battery life, high-res codec support, and a detachable boom mic, making them a versatile premium option. However, the review notes they...Read more

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headfonics.com
07/10/2024
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Review - Headfonics

The Noble FoKus ApolloGo features a unique hybrid driver system, combining a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar driver to produce exceptional treble resolution, hard-hitting bass, and a wide soundstage. This $649 flagship stands out for its 80-hour battery life and a detachable boom mic that enhances versatility, creating a strong alternative to rivals like the Focal Bathys....Read more

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wallpaper.com
11/04/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo ANC wireless over-ear headphones review

The Wallpaper* review highlights the Noble FoKus ApolloGo ($649) as a high-end, feature-packed entry marking the manufacturer's first-ever venture into the wireless over-ear and active noise-cancelling (ANC) sector. The core strength of these headphones lies in their hybrid dual-driver setup, which pairs a 40mm dynamic driver for powerful bass with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver...Read more

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audiophilia.com
01/09/2025
Noble FoKus Apollo Wireless Headphones - Audiophilia

The Noble FoKus Apollo is a high-end wireless headphone retailing for $649 that positions itself as both a serious audio component and a versatile tech accessory. It distinguishes itself through a unique hybrid driver arrangement, pairing a 40mm dynamic driver for bass and mids with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for high frequencies. This combination delivers a performance...Read more

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headphoneer.com
17/03/2025
NOBLE FOKUS APOLLO REVIEW – Wireless Bliss

The Noble FoKus Apollo ($649/£589/€699) is a premium true wireless headphone featuring a unique hybrid driver configuration that pairs a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver with a 40mm dynamic driver to balance midrange clarity and bass impact. It boasts robust connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.3, high-resolution codec support (LDAC, aptX HD), and versatile wired...Read more

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pocket-lint.com
29/09/2024
Noble FoKus Apollo headphone review: An audiophile's dream

The Noble FoKus Apollo is a premium, audiophile-focused pair of over-ear headphones priced at $649, notable for being the first wireless model to feature a unique hybrid driver system combining a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver. This configuration delivers exceptional, well-balanced sound quality, characterized by deep, punchy sub-bass frequencies and...Read more

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mezha.ua
15/01/2025
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo review: flagship hybrid over-ear headphones

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo marks the brand's highly successful debut into full-size wireless headphones, distinguished by being the world’s first to feature a unique hybrid emitter circuit combining a 40 mm dynamic driver with a 14.5 mm planar magnetic driver. This configuration delivers a lively, driving, and highly musical sound signature featuring very deep, textured bass that...Read more

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audiophile-heaven.com
07/05/2025
Long Playtime, Deep Bass - Noble FoKus Apollo Bluetooth Headphones

The Noble FoKus Apollo wireless headphonesGo are praised for a deep, impactful bass response driven by a unique hybrid 40mm dynamic and 14.5mm planar driver configuration, delivering a cohesive sound ideal for EDM and pop. Key advantages include an industry-leading 80-hour battery life (60 hours with ANC) and a premium build with low distortion in wired mode. Conversely, the review...Read more

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ear-fidelity.com
14/01/2025
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Review - Ear Fidelity

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo ($649) is the company’s first full-sized, wireless closed-back headphone, featuring a unique hybrid driver configuration that pairs a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver. On the positive side, it delivers an exceptional, class-leading V-shaped bass presentation with massive sub-bass rumble, fast attack speed, and excellent resolution...Read more

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audioreviews.org
18/08/2025
Noble Fokus Apollo REVIEW — Dual-Driver Ambition Vs Execution

The Noble FoKus Apollo features a unique dual-driver hybrid design (40mm dynamic, 14.5mm planar) offering a bright, bass-elevated sound paired with a robust anodized aluminum build and 80-hour battery life. However, the 335g weight causes fatigue over extended use, and technical drawbacks include average transparency mode, subpar wind noise resistance, and inconsistent Bluetooth...Read more

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headfonia.com
09/10/2024
Noble FoKus Apollo Review - Headfonia

The Noble FoKus Apollo delivers a dynamic, energetic sound characterized by a solid, punchy bass response and a clean transition into the midrange, according to Headfonia. Its hybrid driver setup offers an engaging, detailed, and non-fatiguing treble with crisp, fast, and plucky performance. However, the review notes a slightly recessed midrange that pushes vocals back in the mix....Read more

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head-fi.org
07/09/2024
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo - Reviews - Head-Fi

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo, featuring a hybrid 40mm dynamic and 14.5mm planar driver configuration, offers an intense, detailed, and musical sound signature characterized by high clarity, resolution, and punchy, controlled bass. Reviewers on Head-Fi praise the wide soundstage, excellent passive isolation, effective 10-band app EQ, and exceptional 60–80 hour battery life, noting...Read more

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eurogamer.net
02/07/2025
Noble Audio Fokus Apollo review: the best of both worlds?

The Eurogamer review by Reece Bithrey highly praises the Noble Audio FoKus ApolloGo (£589 / $649) for its unique hybrid system that combines a 40mm dynamic driver for powerful low-ends with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver for crisp mids and highs. This fusion results in sublime, detailed audio quality across the spectrum, handling everything from harsh cymbals to rich vocals and...Read more

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kopfbox.de
18/10/2024
Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Review on Kopfbox", "Noble Audio FoKus Apollo in the Kopfbox Review

The Noble Audio FoKus Apollo is a high-end Bluetooth over-ear headphone that distinguishes itself with a world-first hybrid driver configuration, combining a 40mm dynamic driver for powerful bass with a 14.5mm planar-magnetic driver for precise mids and highs. Priced at €699, it targets the audiophile market by delivering an exceptionally detailed and transparent soundstage that...Read more

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