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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£25
  • Avg. price in US: ~$20
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 15 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Philips TAH1108 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.1

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%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.1

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

6.0

Sound

20.0%

5.7

Features

10.0%

6.5

Design

8.0%

6.4

Connectivity

6.0%

6.2

Battery

4.0%

6.5

Calls & Controls

Good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    4.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 6.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    ?

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.4
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    ?

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    ?

    Companion app

  • 7.3
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Philips TAH1108 is a lightweight (93g) wireless on-ear headphone featuring 30mm dynamic neodymium drivers that deliver a frequency response range of 20Hz–20,000Hz with a sensitivity of 110dB. Its closed-back design provides natural passive noise isolation, while Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity supports A2DP, AVRCP, and HFP profiles for seamless music and call management via integrated earcup buttons. A key advantage is its 15-hour playtime with a fast-charge feature that provides 3 hours of use from just a 15-minute USB-C charge. The headphones also feature a flat-folding design and an adjustable cushioned headband for enhanced portability and comfort. However, they lack active noise cancellation (ANC), do not support advanced high-definition codecs like aptX or LDAC, and do not offer a 3.5mm jack for wired listening.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Philips TAH1108

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

6.1
Philips TAH1108 has a technical score of 6.06 points, which is higher than that of 58.3% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Philips TAH1108 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 73.4% 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%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.2
Philips TAH1108 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 52.3% 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

no
Philips TAH1108 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% 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: HIGH

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: HIGH

30 mm
Philips TAH1108 uses a driver size of 30 mm, smaller driver size than 77.4% of headphones and equal to 4.3% 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
Philips TAH1108 uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and 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
Philips TAH1108 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
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: LOW

no
Philips TAH1108 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% 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: LOW

yes
Philips TAH1108 is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% 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

1
Philips TAH1108 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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

no
Philips TAH1108 does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% 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: LOW

wireless
Philips TAH1108 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
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: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

5.2
Philips TAH1108 uses Bluetooth version 5.2, newer Bluetooth version than 85.7% of headphones and equal to 3% 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
Philips TAH1108 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% 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: MEDIUM

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: LOW

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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

no
Philips TAH1108 does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% 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

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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

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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: HIGH

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
Philips TAH1108 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: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

15 hours
Philips TAH1108 offers battery life of 15 hours, lower battery life than 79.3% of headphones and equal to 3.8% 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: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
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: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Philips TAH1108 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% 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: LOW

yes
Philips TAH1108 supports quick charge. 67% 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: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

250 mAh
Philips TAH1108 has a battery capacity of 250 mAh, lower battery capacity than 91.2% of headphones and equal to 1.5% 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: LOW

Philips
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: LOW

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

93 g
Philips TAH1108 weighs 93 g, lighter than 78.7% 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: LOW

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: LOW

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Philips TAH1108 vs the average pair of headphones

  • 57.3% lower weight
    Philips TAH1108 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (93 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: HIGH

    Good value: <150 g

    Philips TAH1108 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (93 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.93 g vs 218 g
  • More flexible connectivity
    Philips TAH1108 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support 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: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Philips TAH1108 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (110 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

    Philips TAH1108 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Quick charge support
    Philips TAH1108 supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support 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: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • On-device controls
    Philips TAH1108 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones 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: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Foldable design
    Philips TAH1108 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • USB-C charging
    Philips TAH1108 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
    What it is: Uses USB-C connector for charging or data
    When it matters: When you want to charge with the same cable family used by your phone, tablet, laptop, or other daily devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 3.6x cheaper
    Philips TAH1108 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).
    Philips TAH1108 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).£25 vs £90
  • 57.3% lower weight
    Philips TAH1108 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (93 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Philips TAH1108 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Philips TAH1108 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • Quick charge support
    Philips TAH1108 supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • USB-C charging
    Philips TAH1108 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Philips TAH1108 has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Philips TAH1108 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • On-device controls
    Philips TAH1108 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 6 newer release date
    Philips TAH1108 was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2022 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.

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Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Philips TAH1108 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    Philips TAH1108 has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Philips TAH1108 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    no tangle-free listening cable is present or specified.
  • No travel bag
    Philips TAH1108 does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    Philips TAH1108 has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Philips TAH1108 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.
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 56.9% lower battery capacity
    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (250 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    Philips TAH1108 has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    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: HIGH

    Philips TAH1108 has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.30 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Philips TAH1108 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
    What it is: Earpads can be replaced when worn out
    When it matters: When you care about long-term maintenance and extending product life.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    Philips TAH1108 has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 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: LOW

    Good value: >45 hours

    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.15 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Philips TAH1108 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.
    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

    Philips TAH1108 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
  • 56.9% lower battery capacity
    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (250 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    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: LOW

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Philips TAH1108 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (250 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.250 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • 5.87x less popular
    Philips TAH1108 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
    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.
    Philips TAH1108 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Philips TAH1108 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    no tangle-free listening cable is present or specified.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips TAH1108 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
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What customers like about Philips TAH1108?

  • High value for the price; often cited as an excellent budget-friendly choice
  • Lightweight and comfortable design, suitable for long listening sessions and use with glasses
  • Reliable battery life that meets or exceeds the promised 15 hours of playtime
  • Fast and stable Bluetooth connectivity with a good range
  • Compact and portable with a flat-folding design for easy storage
  • Intuitive physical buttons for easy control of volume, tracks, and calls

What customers dislike about Philips TAH1108?

  • Bass response is decent but may lack the 'punch' desired by fans of bass-heavy genres
  • On-ear fit (instead of over-ear) provides limited passive noise isolation
  • Basic plastic build quality can feel less premium or 'cheap' compared to higher-end models
  • Built-in microphone is functional for calls but lacks exceptional clarity or advanced noise filtering
  • Charging cable included in the box is notably short

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