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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 6 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Parrot Zik 2 0 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.6

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%

7.9

Technical Score

20.0%

6.3

User score

Very good
7.9

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%

8.5

Sound

20.0%

9.8

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

4.7

Connectivity

6.0%

3.6

Battery

4.0%

8.5

Calls & Controls

Very good
6.3

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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(62)
United States
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3.7
(62)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 4.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

  • 5.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.9

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 6.9
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 3.5
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.9

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is an advanced wireless over-ear headphone designed by Philippe Starck, featuring 40mm neodymium drivers, a 192kHz/24-bit DAC, and integrated 32-bit DSP. Key characteristics include an eight-microphone adaptive noise cancellation system, NFC pairing, and a capacitive touch panel on the right earcup for gesture-based control. Its main pros are its sleek, 270g lightweight aluminum-and-leather construction, highly customizable audio via a dedicated app with 'Concert Hall' effects, and a user-replaceable 830mAh battery. However, significant cons include a relatively short battery life of only 6 hours in full wireless mode, the necessity of the app for most advanced features, and a lack of support for modern Bluetooth versions, as it relies on Bluetooth 3.0.

Technical Specifications of Parrot Zik 2 0

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%

8.5

Sound

20.0%

9.8

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

4.7

Connectivity

6.0%

3.6

Battery

4.0%

8.5

Calls & Controls

7.9
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a technical score of 7.94 points, which is higher than that of 93.4% 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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(62)
United States
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3.7
(62)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.3
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a user score of 6.25 points, which is lower than that of 90.4% 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.
3.6
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a popularity of 3.6 points, which is lower than 56.1% 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%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

8.0
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 85.4% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

dynamic
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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

1
Parrot Zik 2 0 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% 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

20 Hz
Parrot Zik 2 0 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

8
Parrot Zik 2 0 has 8 microphones, more microphones than 98.6% of headphones and equal to 1% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

3.0
Parrot Zik 2 0 uses Bluetooth version 3.0, newer Bluetooth version than 55.7% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

180 ms
Parrot Zik 2 0 has audio latency of 180 ms, higher audio latency than 64.4% of headphones and equal to 2.8% of headphones.
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

no
Parrot Zik 2 0 does not support multipoint. 65.1% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

continuous
Parrot Zik 2 0 offers continuous adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 99.3% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
continuous ANC adjustment.
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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

6 hours
Parrot Zik 2 0 offers battery life of 6 hours, lower battery life than 98.6% of headphones and equal to 1% 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

6 hours
Parrot Zik 2 0 offers battery life with ANC of 6 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 99.2% of headphones and equal to 0.6% 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

2.5 hours
Parrot Zik 2 0 needs 2.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 52.4% of headphones and equal to 12.9% 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
Parrot Zik 2 0 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

830 mAh
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a battery capacity of 830 mAh, higher battery capacity than 83.1% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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

Parrot
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

270 g
Parrot Zik 2 0 weighs 270 g, heavier than 70.2% of headphones and equal to 0.9% 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

4.3
Parrot Zik 2 0 has a clamp force of 4.3, lower clamp force than 49.5% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
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Parrot Zik 2 0 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Parrot Zik 2 0 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Parrot Zik 2 0 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Parrot Zik 2 0 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Parrot Zik 2 0 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Parrot Zik 2 0 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 2 0 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 7 more microphones
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.8 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    Parrot Zik 2 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Parrot Zik 2 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 38.3% higher battery capacity
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (830 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • Removable battery
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Parrot Zik 2 0 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Parrot Zik 2 0 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Parrot Zik 2 0 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 7 more microphones
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Parrot Zik 2 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Boom microphone included
    Parrot Zik 2 0 includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
  • EQ customization
    Parrot Zik 2 0 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

Total
Overall
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 23.9% higher weight
    Parrot Zik 2 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 14.5 mm tighter earcup width
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 24 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 52.5 ms higher audio latency
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (180 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 24 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (6 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 23.9% higher weight
    Parrot Zik 2 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.270 g vs 218 g
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 52.5 ms higher audio latency
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (180 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (180 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.180 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 14.5 mm tighter earcup width
    Parrot Zik 2 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 2 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.28.5 mm vs 43 mm
  • 3.44x more expensive
    Parrot Zik 2 0 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).
    Parrot Zik 2 0 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).£310 vs £90
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
62 Reviews
United States
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3.7
62 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Parrot Zik 2 0?

  • Sleek, eye-catching design by Philippe Starck with premium leather and aluminum materials
  • Highly customizable audio profiles and EQ settings via the companion app
  • Effective adaptive noise cancellation that ranks among the best for its generation
  • Lighter (270g) and more comfortable for long-term wear than the original Zik model
  • Intuitive touch-sensitive controls for volume and playback directly on the ear cup
  • User-replaceable battery, which is rare for wireless headphones
  • Smart sensors that automatically pause music when the headphones are removed

What customers dislike about Parrot Zik 2 0?

  • Mediocre battery life, typically lasting only 6–7 hours with all features active
  • High retail price compared to competitors with similar or better sound performance
  • Buggy companion app that is required for core features like noise cancellation control
  • Lack of a hard-shell carrying case; only a basic cloth pouch is usually included
  • Subpar sound quality when used in passive (wired/power-off) mode
  • Touch controls and power button can be overly sensitive, leading to accidental inputs
  • Does not fold into a compact shape for easier travel storage

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02/07/2015
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26/02/2016
Parrot Zik 2/Zik 2.0 Wireless Headphones Review Would you like a summary of how the noise cancellation or battery life performed across these various...

The Parrot Zik 2.0Go are premium, durable over-ear headphones featuring effective active noise cancellation and extensive sound customization via a companion app. Ideal for commuting, they offer a comfortable fit, though they are not designed for high-intensity sports. RTINGS.comConversely, the headphones suffer from poor, uneven default treble reproduction and highly sensitive...Read more

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forbes.com
15/11/2014
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review - Forbes

The Parrot Zik 2.0 headphonesGo are highlighted for their premium build quality, featuring leather and metal materials, comfortable, lightweight design, and intuitive touch controls. Key advantages include effective, customizable active noise cancellation and a sophisticated app that enables extensive sound adjustment and smart features. Conversely, the review notes that the...Read more

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theguardian.com
04/02/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 review: wireless headphones designed by Philippe Starck

The Parrot Zik 2.0 wireless headphones, designed by Philippe Starck, offer a significantly improved, slimmer, and more comfortable design than their predecessor, shaving off 55g to weigh in at 270g. They deliver excellent, energetic sound quality with punchy bass, which can be heavily customised via a free smartphone app. This app features a "producer mode" and pre-set equalisers...Read more

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cnet.com
27/02/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 review: A wireless headphone for hardcore tech fans

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a premium, feature-packed wireless active noise-cancelling headphone designed by Philippe Starck that improves upon its predecessor with a sleeker, faux-leather design and a 17% weight reduction down to 270 grams. It boasts highly customisable sound profiles via a companion iOS and Android app, alongside an upgraded digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and eight...Read more

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soundguys.com
30/01/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review - SoundGuys

The Parrot Zik 2.0 active noise-canceling (ANC) Bluetooth headphones are praised for their lightweight, premium design, comfortable fit, and intuitive touch gesture controls. Users benefit from extensive customization via a companion app, featuring advanced EQ, spatialized sound effects, and adjustable ANC levels. However, a significant drawback is the short battery life, lasting...Read more

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soundandvision.com
21/11/2014
Parrot Zik 2.0: So Much Potential, Potentially Wasted Would you like a comparison of the noise cancellation performance across these different expert...

The Sound & Vision review of the Parrot Zik 2.0 praises the hardware's exceptional build, timbre, and phenomenal active noise cancellation, noting that the 2.0 model allows for wired, app-free operation. However, the review ultimately advises against the $400 headphones due to a frustrating user ecosystem. The primary drawbacks include a mandatory Parrot Audio Suite app that...Read more

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eftm.com
22/02/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Headphone review: It's not just the sound, its the app that make them sensational

The EFTM review details the Parrot Zik 2.0 as a premium, top-shelf set of Bluetooth wireless headphones engineered in collaboration with the famous French designer Philippe Starck. While Trevor Long notes that its core music and audio performance are outstanding on their own, the standout feature that completely separates this model from retail competitors is the highly functional...Read more

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perjanduro.medium.com
02/11/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review - Perjan Duro

The Parrot Zik 2.0 headphones are highlighted as revolutionary hardware, featuring highly effective active noise cancellation, a safe "street mode," and extensive app-based customization. While praised for exceptional sound, the review notes cons regarding subpar accessory build quality and software that, at the time, did not fully match the high-end physical design.

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pastemagazine.com
03/04/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0: Technology-Forward Wireless Headphones

The Parrot Zik 2.0 wireless, noise-cancelling headphones offer a premium, lightweight design featuring solid metal construction and luxurious swivelling ear pads. In terms of performance, the active noise cancellation works exceptionally well, and the swipe-based touch controls on the right ear pad are intuitive and highly reliable. Additionally, the robust mobile companion app...Read more

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fazemag.de
14/05/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 – A Masterpiece by Starck", "Parrot Zik 2.0 – A Powerful Piece of Starck Design", "Parrot Zik 2.0 – Starck's Masterpiece

The FAZEmag review praises the Parrot Zik 2.0 as a highly sophisticated, wireless HiFi headphone that pairs an elegant, minimalist aesthetic designed by Philippe Starck with impressive digital versatility. The core pros highlighted in the article include a highly customizable audio experience via a dedicated smartphone app, which offers a 5-band professional equalizer, pre-made...Read more

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androidmag.de
26/07/2015
Bluetooth Headphones Compared: These Are the Best

The provided text evaluates seven Bluetooth headsets categorized into in-ear and over-ear/on-ear designs to find the best wireless options for mobile audio. In the in-ear category, the Plantronics BackBeat GO 2 balances compact comfort and good overall sound, but suffers from slightly tinny highs and an awkward, non-centered cable control unit. The budget-friendly Jabra Play offers...Read more

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eurogamer.de
24/12/2014
Parrot Zik 2.0 Bluetooth Headphones Headset - Review

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a premium, feature-rich Bluetooth headset priced at approximately €350, offering an exceptionally comfortable over-ear fit, stellar build quality featuring matte brushed metal and high-end vegan leather, and an intuitive outer-shell touch control system. Its standout attribute is an advanced active sound processor controlled via a dedicated mobile app, which...Read more

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audiocasque.fr
08/12/2014
Parrot Zik 2.0 | REVIEW | The best Bluetooth headphones?

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is an advanced Bluetooth 3.0, NFC-enabled circum-aural headphone that stands out for its high performance, punchy sound quality, and highly intuitive mobile app control. Priced around €349, it introduces a significantly improved design that is 17% lighter than its predecessor (now 270g). It features generous memory foam padding and soft faux leather earcups. The...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
25/10/2014
Zik 2.0 Review: The Headphones with Variable Sound Geometry", "Zik 2.0 Test: Headphones with Variable Sound Geometry

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a highly advanced Bluetooth headphone featuring a striking, organic design created in collaboration with Philippe Starck. Weighing just 270 grams, it is significantly lighter and more comfortable than its predecessor, though it may struggle to fit larger head sizes. The headphone features highly responsive touch controls on the right ear cup for playback,...Read more

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fr.audiofanzine.com
31/03/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review: The parrot repeats itself

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a feature-rich, Bluetooth-enabled lifestyle headphone designed by Philippe Starck and priced at €349. It offers strong cross-platform compatibility with both iOS and Android apps, giving users a highly customisable listening experience via features like the 5-band parametric EQ, "Concert Hall" reverb effects, and adjustable active noise cancellation. The review...Read more

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lecafedugeek.fr
24/05/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 REVIEW: A perfect headphone, too perfect...", "Parrot Zik 2.0 TEST: A perfect headset, too perfect...

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a high-end, stylish Bluetooth headphone designed by Starck that features a sleek, rounded look made of durable aluminium and comfortable faux leather. Its biggest strengths are its exceptional sound quality and a highly functional dedicated app that offers impressive features like "Concert Hall" ambient effects and a customizable equalizer. Additionally, it...Read more

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igen.fr
30/03/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Bluetooth Headphones Review

The iGeneration review highlights the Parrot Zik 2.0Go as a significant improvement over its predecessor, noting a lighter, less bulky design with superior comfort and effective active noise cancellation (ANC). Key strengths include intuitive touch-sensitive ear cup controls, automatic pause sensors, and a highly customizable companion app. However, the review cites poor battery...Read more

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01net.com
04/11/2014
Parrot Zik 2.0 review: Headphones packed with great tech but flawed sound

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a visually stunning, premium wireless headphone designed by Philippe Starck that improves on its predecessor's physical footprint but falls short in flat audio performance. Weighing 286g, it is significantly lighter, sleeker, and more comfortable to wear, featuring well-padded leatherette earcups and a highly responsive touch-control interface on the right ear...Read more

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dailymotion.com
10/11/2014
We tested the Parrot Zik 2.0 headphones", "Our review of the Parrot Zik 2.0 headphones

The Parrot Zik 2.0 Bluetooth headphonesGo, reviewed by the French outlet Challenges, stand out as a highly sophisticated, next-generation audio device shaped by legendary French designer Philippe Starck. A major highlight of this revision is its overhauled, minimalist design, which sheds 17% of the original model's bulk down to a lightweight 270 grams. Built with premium metal...Read more

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qobuz.com
30/10/2014
Mega review of the Parrot ZIK 2.0 headphones", "In-depth review of the Parrot ZIK 2.0 headphones

The Qobuz review of the Parrot Zik 2.0 highlights a sophisticated, technology-dense headset featuring a 24-bit/192kHz DAC, 40mm drivers, and exceptional design with balanced, gentle Hi-Fi sound reproduction. The companion application is highly praised for its ability to utilize six microphones to analyze environmental noise and offer extensive acoustic customization. QobuzHowever,...Read more

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dodmagazine.es
07/06/2015
Parrot ZIK 2.0 Headphones Review", "Parrot ZIK 2.0 Headphones Analysis

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a premium pair of Bluetooth headphones designed by Philippe Starck, featuring a lightweight aluminum build (270 grams) and a comfortable leather finish. Its standout features include an impeccable and highly customizable audio performance, which can be fully tailored through the free Parrot Zik2 mobile application. Additional strong points encompass its...Read more

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forbes.com.mx
13/05/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review: (Almost) Perfect Headphones

The Parrot Zik 2.0 wireless headphones, designed by Philippe Starck, feature a lightweight design weighing 270 grams and a combination of leather and brushed aluminum. They offer audio quality via an integrated 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter, alongside an active noise cancellation (ANC) system utilizing four microphones. Main pros highlight high-fidelity sound, premium...Read more

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formobiles.info
28/05/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0: Full review

The Parrot Zik 2.0Go wireless headphones, designed by Philippe Starck, offer an innovative aesthetic combined with premium leather and alloy metal materials. Pros highlighted in the review include a phenomenal Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) system capable of eliminating up to 98% of background noise, making voice calls crystal clear even in loud environments like the Milan subway....Read more

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tomshw.it
23/02/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0: Touch Controls and Noise Cancellation", "Parrot Zik 2.0 with Touch Controls and Noise Cancelling

The Parrot Zik 2.0 bluetooth headphones, designed in collaboration with Philippe Starck, offer a lighter and more refined design than their predecessor, shedding 50 grams to weigh a total of 275 grams. The review highlights several pros, including its effective active noise cancellation system, highly customisable audio experience through five equalizer presets (Pop, Vocal, Cristal,...Read more

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wired.it
12/01/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 review: wireless headphones without compromise

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a premium, feature-rich set of wireless Bluetooth headphones designed by Philippe Starck that stands out for its high-end tech integration and minimalist design. The pros highlighted in the review include its beautiful, slimmed-down, lightweight build (270 grams) and the use of premium materials like a padded metal headband. Its standout features are highly...Read more

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macitynet.it
01/01/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review: High-tech headphones challenge historic audio brands

The Parrot Zik 2.0 headphones stand out with a highly original, minimalist aesthetic designed by Philippe Starck, utilising high-quality stainless steel and premium synthetic leather. They offer exceptional acoustic performance via an iOS/Android companion app, which features a highly customizable 5-band parametric equalizer and exclusive artist presets. The review highly praises...Read more

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diskidee.be
13/05/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 wireless headphones reviewed

Parrot Zik 2.0 The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a wireless, over-ear headphone designed by Philippe Starck, offering a lightweight 270-gram frame, active noise cancellation, and a touch-sensitive ear cup for music and volume control. It features an integrated 24-bit DAC and a 32-bit DSP to handle its advanced equalization and spatial audio features via the mandatory Parrot companion app. While...Read more

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xgn.nl
19/07/2015
Parrot Zik 2.0 review - A gem with ingenious features - XGN

The Parrot Zik 2.0Go headphones are highlighted as a feature-rich, high-tech device, featuring effective active noise cancellation and a companion app that allows for extensive sound customization. While praised for its smart features and close competition with the Sony MDR-1A BT, the review notes that the default audio profile is somewhat flat and requires manual EQ adjustments via...Read more

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intogadgets.nl
25/08/2023
Parrot Zik 2.0 Review - IntoGadgets

The Parrot Zik 2.0 is a highly advanced, stylishly designed Bluetooth headset by Philippe Starck that delivers a premium look and feel. A standout pro is its exceptional noise cancellation, which easily blocks out heavy ambient noise like train travel and offers a traploos (stepless) adjustable scale. It also features a "street mode" that amplifies surrounding sounds for safety,...Read more

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hifi.nl
18/08/2015
Review Parrot Zik 2.0 - Hifi.nl", "Parrot Zik 2.0 Review - Hifi.nl

Parrot Zik 2.0 The Parrot Zik 2.0 is an exceptionally advanced, feature-rich Bluetooth headphone that stands out immediately due to its striking, fluid design by Philippe Starck. Weighing in at a relatively light 270 grams, it features an upgraded, premium imitation leather and metal finish that provides a luxurious feel and excellent build quality. Its defining characteristic is...Read more

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