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Urbanears Hellas Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Form factor:on-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:14 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

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

Urbanears Hellas
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 75% of headphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.8

Connectivity

6%

5.3

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 87%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 60% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 60%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Urbanears Hellas

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.8

Design

8%

5.8

Connectivity

6%

5.3

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

5.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Popularity:
Urbanears Hellas has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than that of 70.1% of products in this category.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
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
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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
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
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
14 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 14 hours, lower battery life than 83.3% of headphones and equal to 1.1% 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
300 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 300 mAh, lower battery capacity than 83.5% of headphones and equal to 6.4% of headphones.
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Brand name
Urbanears
Form factor
on-ear
Weight
130 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 130 g, lighter than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Urbanears Hellas vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 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
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 g vs 218 g
  • AptX Adaptive support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Adaptive, the average pair of headphones does not. 6.7% of headphones support aptX Adaptive.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device 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.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 g vs 218 g
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • AptX Adaptive support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Adaptive, the average pair of headphones does not. 6.7% of headphones support aptX Adaptive.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 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.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 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.
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (14 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    14 hours vs 30 hours
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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
  • 48.3% lower battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (300 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    300 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones 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.
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    Urbanears Hellas has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.04 vs 7.3).
    7.04 vs 7.27
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    Urbanears Hellas has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.04 vs 7.3).
    7.04 vs 7.27
  • 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.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones 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 passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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
  • 12 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (98 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    98 dB vs 110 dB
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (14 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    14 hours vs 30 hours
  • 48.3% lower battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (300 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    300 mAh vs 580 mAh

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
20/01/2016
Hands-on test · On-ear sports headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Active Hellas is a rare washable on-ear workout headset, but its bass-heavy sound lacks crisp highs and it has no wired option.
cnet.com
18/03/2016
Hands-on review · Wireless workout headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a comfortable, sweatproof workout headphone with decent sound and washable pads, though it looks plasticky and headset calls are just okay.
techaeris.com
12/09/2016
Hands-on test · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a light, snug workout pair with washable pads and good sound, though the rough pads take a few uses to feel comfortable.
ilounge.com
14/05/2021
Hands-on review · Workout on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a sweat-friendly workout pair with good sound and long battery life, but its pads are less comfortable for long listening sessions.
consumerreports.org
Undated
Lab test · Sports on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a light sports pair with punchy bass, but its thin, nasal midrange makes voices and guitars sound congested.
uk.pcmag.com
20/01/2016
Hands-on review · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Active Hellas is a comfortable, washable on-ear pair for the gym, but its sound leans toward bass and low mids rather than crisp highs.
megabites.com.ph
07/04/2016
Hands-on review · Fitness headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a comfortable pick for active people, with quick pairing and swipe controls, though reconnecting after a dropout can be hard.
androidpolice.com
12/05/2016
Hands-on review · Washable workout headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is the best-suited on-ear pair for workouts, with washable parts and easy swipe controls, though other headphones sound better.
coachweb.com
26/04/2018
Hands-on test · Running headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a snug, washable on-ear pick for running and weight training, though ears get hot and the sound is solid rather than remarkable.
mayankguliacom.wordpress.com
04/06/2016
Personal review · Gym headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a comfortable on-ear choice for gym-goers who dislike earbuds, with balanced sound that won't thrill audiophiles.
computerbild.de
06/08/2016
Hands-on test · Sports Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a light, washable sports headset that suits gym use, but its weak bass and lack of a cable jack limit it.
n-tv.de
13/04/2017
Hands-on test · Sports Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a light, washable sports headset that sits more comfortably than the Plattan, though its unmarked touch controls need learning.
kopfhoerer.de
05/05/2017
Hands-on test · Lightweight sports headphones
Verdict
The Urbanears Hellas is a light, foldable on-ear pair that stays put while running, with a stable Bluetooth connection and full, balanced sound.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Urbanears Hellas

  • Machine-washable headband and ear cushions make them ideal for sweaty workouts.
  • Secure and stable fit that stays in place during running and vigorous exercise.
  • Lightweight and minimalist design provides good comfort for sports use.
  • Solid battery life, typically lasting around 14 hours on a single charge.
  • Responsive touch interface on the ear cup for easy control during movement.
  • Effective bass response that provides a good 'thump' for workout music.

What customers don't like about Urbanears Hellas

  • High clamping force can lead to discomfort or ear pressure during long listening sessions.
  • On-ear design offers very little passive noise isolation or soundproofing.
  • Microphone quality is often described as poor or lacking sensitivity for clear calls.
  • Touch controls can be overly sensitive, leading to accidental track skips or pauses.
  • Sound profile can become congested or lose crispness at higher volumes or in complex tracks.
  • Plastic construction can look and feel somewhat cheap or 'plasticky' for the price point.

Verdict

The Urbanears Hellas is a lightweight, on-ear wireless Bluetooth headphone specifically designed for active use, featuring a unique collapsible frame that weighs just 130 grams. It is equipped with 40mm handmade drivers, a 60-ohm impedance, and a 98dB sensitivity, delivering a bass-focused sound signature with up to 14 hours of playback time on a single charge. Its standout features include a sweat-friendly design with a fully detachable and machine-washable mesh headband and ear cushions, as well as a built-in touch-swipe interface on the right earcup for music and call management. While its secure fit and hygiene-focused design are major pros for athletes, notable cons include the lack of a 3.5mm auxiliary port for wired listening, a plastic-heavy build, and touch controls that can occasionally be oversensitive during vigorous activity.

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