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Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:25 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless 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 Urbanite Xl Wireless
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–²Better than 57% of headphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.4

Design

8%

6.8

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Battery

4%

7.3

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 57%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 71%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.4

Design

8%

6.8

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Battery

4%

7.3

Calls & Controls

6.0
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Popularity:
Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless has a popularity score of 5.3 points, which is lower than that of 55.5% of products in this category.
5.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.2
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
16 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.1% of headphones and equal to 4.2% 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
2
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 2 microphones, more microphones than 77.9% of headphones and equal to 8.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
4
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 4, newer Bluetooth version than 57.3% of headphones and equal to 4.9% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
?
Multipoint support
yes
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
25 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 25 hours, lower battery life than 55.2% of headphones and equal to 3.3% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
2 hours
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
600 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 600 mAh, higher battery capacity than 50.2% of headphones and equal to 7.9% of headphones.
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Brand name
Sennheiser
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
300 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 300 g, heavier than 80.9% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones 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
    This pair of headphones 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
  • LE Audio support
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 1 more microphones
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones 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
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Rechargeable battery
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • LE Audio support
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • NFC pairing
    This pair of headphones supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
  • AptX support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
  • Multipoint connections
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 37.6% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    300 g vs 218 g
  • 15 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (45 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    45 mm vs 60 mm
  • 0.2 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.5 % vs 0.3 %
  • 2.78x more expensive
    Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£250 vs £90).
    £250 vs £90
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (25 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    25 hours vs 30 hours
  • 5.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless
    the average pair of headphones
    Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.61 vs 8).
    7.61 vs 8
  • 2.78x more expensive
    Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£250 vs £90).
    £250 vs £90
  • 5.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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 Urbanite Xl Wireless
    the average pair of headphones
    Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.61 vs 8).
    7.61 vs 8
  • 37.6% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    300 g vs 218 g
  • 15 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (45 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    45 mm vs 60 mm
  • 0.2 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.5 % vs 0.3 %
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (25 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    25 hours vs 30 hours

Video reviews

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

6.0
Hardware Canucks
≈ estimated
07/04/2015
Hands-on review · sound, bass and touch controls
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless offers wireless convenience and detailed sound, but its bass and tuning may not suit everyone.
9.0
Omar Correa
≈ estimated
18/03/2015
Week-long test · sound, comfort and build
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is very positive overall and recommended for wireless buyers who want full sound and a solid build.
9.0
Intellect Digest
≈ estimated
10/08/2015
Short review · sound clarity and build quality
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a clear, well-built Bluetooth pair for listeners who value clarity over loudness.
8.0
Danny Winget
≈ estimated
18/05/2015
Hands-on review · controls, sound and NFC pairing
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is worth a look for wireless over-ear fans who want clean sound, though it is not meant for detailed listening.
9.0
TechVideoEN
≈ estimated
19/04/2015
First look after unboxing · comparison and sound test
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is one of the best wireless over-ear headphones tested, with strong bass and a roomy fit.
8.7
SoundGuys
✓ explicit
11/04/2015
Hands-on review · battery tests and sound impressions
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless offers good sound and comfort with clear controls, though a rival may suit fun-sound listeners better.
7.0
adrianisen
≈ estimated
23/03/2015
Short review · about a week of use
Verdict
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is fairly good overall, but its fit is too small for some ears.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

soundguys.com
11/04/2015
Listening review · Bluetooth over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a big-sounding, fun alternative to the Momentum Wireless, worth the money for those who put fun over accuracy.
cnet.com
04/05/2015
Listening review · Bluetooth over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a comfortable, dynamic Bluetooth headphone that suits a wide range of music but makes grittier tracks sound harsher.
pcmag.com
26/02/2015
Listening test · Bluetooth over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless delivers balanced, crisp sound that is not overly bassy, but its oversensitive touch controls and high price hold it back.
techadvisor.com
08/07/2015
Hands-on review · Bluetooth over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless has punchy, balanced sound and handy touch controls, but your ears get hot during long listening sessions.
theaudiophileman.com
03/11/2015
Review · Wireless over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is easy to set up and open-sounding, but its bass can swamp the midrange on rock tracks.
hipsterpixel.co
16/04/2015
Extended test · Wireless over-ear
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is comfortable, well balanced and long-lasting, best for quality-minded urban listeners, though its soft pouch and price are weak points.
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medium.com
23/06/2015
Summary of the review
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless Review: Monochrome Bass Drop - Medium
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techhive.com
15/09/2015
Summary of the review
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless review: Great sound and super-long battery life - TechHive
kopfhoerer.de
13/07/2016
Review · Portable Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a warm, lively headphone with good value for money, though its small ear pads and weak noise isolation hurt comfort.
computerbild.de
19/06/2015
Hands-on test · Bluetooth full-size
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless suits people who want clear, punchy sound and a cable with a volume slider, but it is heavy and voices sound a bit cool.
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hifi-journal.de
28/11/2015
Summary of the review
Review: Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless - HiFi-Journal
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maclife.de
08/05/2015
Hands-on test · Bass-focused headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless has punchy but clean bass, comfortable wear and battery life above 24 hours, but its touch panel causes accidental taps at first.
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avguide.ch
13/09/2015
Summary of the review
Review: Eight Bluetooth Headphones - Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless
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lesnumeriques.com
05/03/2015
Review · Travel Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a sturdy, long-lasting travel headphone, but fiddly touch controls, sibilance and average comfort hold it back.
01net.com
15/03/2016
Hands-on test · Urban Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless lasts about 33 hours and sounds warm for electro and R&B, but it clamps somewhat and needs an EQ for classical.
viedegeek.fr
08/07/2015
Review · Commuter Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a stable, well-made commuter headphone with punchy bass for hip-hop and electro, but its isolation is weak on planes.
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leclaireur.fnac.com
16/11/2016
Summary of the review
Lab Test of the Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless
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forum.lesnumeriques.com
05/03/2015
Summary of the review
[Megathread] Audio Headphones Review: Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless
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alpha-audio.net
06/07/2015
Listening test · Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless has long battery life and clean, spacious sound with heavier bass than other Sennheisers, but its touchpad is very sensitive.
bright.nl
07/05/2015
First impression · Touch-control headphones
Verdict
The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is a neutral-sounding Bluetooth pair that lasts about 25 hours, but its small touch panel is easy to set off by accident.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless

  • Dynamic and punchy bass that is well-balanced and not overwhelming
  • Sturdy build quality featuring metal hinges and high-quality plastics
  • Long battery life of approximately 25 hours on a single charge
  • Comfortable velour ear pads that allow for better airflow than leather
  • Stable wireless connectivity with support for aptX and multi-device pairing
  • Sleek and stylish design that offers an alternative to mainstream competitors
  • Clear, detailed high-mids and treble response

What customers don't like about Sennheiser Urbanite Xl Wireless

  • Touch controls can be overly sensitive, leading to accidental track skips or pauses
  • The included nylon carrying pouch is flimsy and offers little protection
  • Some users find the ear cups too small, leading to discomfort during long sessions
  • The sound signature can be revealing, making poor-quality or 'gritty' tracks sound harsh
  • The headphones are bulky and can look excessively wide when worn in public
  • Mid-range frequencies can occasionally feel recessed or 'hollow'
  • The headband may feel too tight for users with larger heads

Verdict

The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is an over-ear (circumaural), closed-back headphone designed for a bass-driven 'club sound' without sacrificing clarity across its 16 Hz to 22,000 Hz frequency response. Featuring an 18-ohm impedance and 110 dB SPL, it utilizes Bluetooth 4.0 with aptX and SBC codecs for high-fidelity audio, alongside NFC for easy pairing and a dual microphone array for clear calls. Key pros include a robust foldable design with stainless steel hinges, intuitive touch-sensitive controls on the earcup, and an impressive battery life of up to 25 hours. However, cons include a bulky aesthetic that may feel heavy for some users, a tendency for ears to heat up during long sessions, and a included carry pouch that offers minimal protection.

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