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Sennheiser HD 200 Pro Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Sennheiser HD 200 Pro Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Sennheiser HD 200 Pro
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

8.5

User score

▼Worse than 55% of headphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 51%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 73%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

▲Better than 82%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Sennheiser HD 200 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.5
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Popularity:
Sennheiser HD 200 Pro has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than that of 79.8% of products in this category.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.3
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Sennheiser
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
184 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 184 g, lighter than 61% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Sennheiser HD 200 Pro vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (58 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    58 mm vs 44 mm
  • 0.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    2 m vs 1.2 m
  • 15.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (184 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    184 g vs 218 g
  • 6.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sennheiser HD 200 Pro
    the average pair of headphones
    Sennheiser HD 200 Pro has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (8.5 vs 8).
    8.5 vs 8
  • 6.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sennheiser HD 200 Pro
    the average pair of headphones
    Sennheiser HD 200 Pro has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (8.5 vs 8).
    8.5 vs 8
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (58 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    58 mm vs 44 mm
  • 0.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    2 m vs 1.2 m
  • 15.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (184 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    184 g vs 218 g
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 22 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (38 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    38 mm vs 60 mm
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 4.5 dB looser channel balance
    This pair of headphones has a higher channel balance tolerance than the average pair of headphones (5 dB vs 0.5 dB). The average headphones have channel balance tolerance of 0.5 dB.
    5 dB vs 0.5 dB
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 22 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (38 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    38 mm vs 60 mm
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 4.5 dB looser channel balance
    This pair of headphones has a higher channel balance tolerance than the average pair of headphones (5 dB vs 0.5 dB). The average headphones have channel balance tolerance of 0.5 dB.
    5 dB vs 0.5 dB
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

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

7.0
askdrtk
≈ estimated
19/11/2021
Frequency measurements · sound, build and fit
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is bass-heavy with missing highs: fine for relaxed listening, but not for mixing or mastering.
9.0
#MPCOM ¦ MOVEPRODUCTIONS_COM
≈ estimated
26/01/2021
Hands-on review · unboxing, comfort and sound comparison
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a solid, comfortable studio headphone that is clearly worth the step up from budget models.
8.0
John Mike
≈ estimated
24/10/2017
Hands-on review · weeks of mixing and live use
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a great secondary reference pair, though its high end lags behind the HD 280s.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

headphonecheck.com
02/10/2019
Hands-on test · Studio all-rounder
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a solid, comfortable studio all-rounder with a punchy midrange that suits pop, rock and vocals, though its bass sounds soft.
homedjstudio.com
05/03/2023
Hands-on review · DJ headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a comfortable, bass-heavy pair that suits DJing and casual listening, but falls short for serious studio mixing.
sonicmetric.com
25/02/2026
Hands-on test · Studio headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a light, comfortable closed-back pair with punchy bass that suits tracking and editing, though its narrow soundstage and fixed cable limit it.
drumsilent.com
09/11/2022
Expert review · Budget monitoring
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a comfortable, noise-blocking pick for electronic drummers on a small budget, but not for mixing or mastering.
kopfhoerer.de
24/09/2019
Hands-on test · Studio all-rounder
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a solid, comfortable studio all-rounder with a punchy midrange that suits pop, rock and vocals, though its bass sounds soft.
bonedo.de
11/02/2019
Hands-on test · Entry studio closed-backs
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is an affordable, comfortable closed-back studio pair with rich bass and decent isolation, though it lacks folding, a pouch and a detachable cable.
B
bauer-music.de
27/01/2021
Summary of the review
Review from MobileFidelity - Result: Very Good. Do you also need reviews of similar studio headphones in this price range, such as the HD 280 Pro, for...
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oidofino.com
10/02/2026
Hands-on review · Studio monitoring
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a comfortable, neutral-sounding budget pick for home producers and DJs, with a narrow soundstage and a fixed cable.
M
musicoff.com
30/10/2018
Summary of the review
We tested the Sennheiser HD300 PRO headphones (Includes comparative testing with HD 200 PRO)
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sennheiser HD 200 Pro

  • Lightweight and comfortable for extended listening or recording sessions
  • Good value for the price, offering a clear sound profile for entry-level use
  • Effective passive noise isolation due to the closed-back, circumaural design
  • Powerful bass response that is punchy without being overwhelming for casual listening
  • Versatile connectivity with a long 2-meter cable and included 6.3mm adapter

What customers don't like about Sennheiser HD 200 Pro

  • Build quality feels inexpensive and plasticky with concerns about long-term durability
  • Permanent, non-detachable cable makes the headphones difficult to repair if the wire fails
  • Sound can become distorted at higher volumes
  • Mids and highs may lack the detail and clarity required for high-end professional mixing
  • Small ear cup size can be uncomfortable for users with larger ears or cause heat buildup

Verdict

The Sennheiser HD 200 Pro is a closed-back, over-ear monitoring headphone designed for home recording and studio use, featuring dynamic drivers with a 32-ohm impedance and a 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz frequency response. Key characteristics include a lightweight 184g build, a 2.0m single-sided fixed cable, and a maximum sound pressure level of 108 dB with low total harmonic distortion (<0.1%). Main pros consist of its high comfort level for long sessions due to soft leatherette earpads, efficient passive noise attenuation, and its ability to be easily driven by mobile devices or laptops. However, notable cons include a non-detachable cable that limits long-term durability, an all-plastic build that feels somewhat inexpensive, and mixed reviews regarding sound accuracy for professional mixing due to a perceived lack of treble detail and occasional muddiness in the lower frequencies.

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