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Wavell 4 Signature Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:55 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):yes

Wavell 4 Signature Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Wavell 4 Signature
8.6/10

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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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Score components

80%

8.6

Technical score

20%

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User score

★Better than 99% of headphones
9.0

Value for money

Value for money
9.0/ 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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Score components

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

★Better than 98%
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 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
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Score components

52%

9.5

Sound

20%

7.6

Features

10%

7.4

Design

8%

7.3

Connectivity

6%

8.8

Battery

4%

8.8

Calls & Controls

★Better than 98%
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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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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Ranked #800 of 1,029 models in Headphones (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Wavell 4 Signature

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 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
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Score components:

52%

9.5

Sound

20%

7.6

Features

10%

7.4

Design

8%

7.3

Connectivity

6%

8.8

Battery

4%

8.8

Calls & Controls

8.6
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
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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Popularity:
Wavell 4 Signature has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
9.0/ 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
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Score components:

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

9.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 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
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
?
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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
6
This pair of headphones has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96% of headphones and equal to 2.4% 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
5.4
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.4, newer Bluetooth version than 95.2% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 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
yes
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
3
This pair of headphones offers 3 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 94.6% of headphones and equal to 2.7% of headphones.
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
55 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 55 hours, higher battery life than 77.6% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
40 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life with ANC of 40 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 61.5% of headphones and equal to 11% of headphones.
Charging time
2 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
yes
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
550 mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 550 mAh, lower battery capacity than 51.7% of headphones and equal to 1.7% of headphones.
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Brand name
Wavell
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
233 g
This pair of headphones weighs 233 g, heavier than 55.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Wavell 4 Signature vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Active noise cancellation
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 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
  • 23.6% better value for money
    Wavell 4 Signature has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.99 vs 7.3).
    8.99 vs 7.27
  • 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.
  • Active noise cancellation
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 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
  • 25 hours longer battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (55 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    55 hours vs 30 hours
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • 10 hours longer ANC battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (40 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    40 hours vs 30 hours
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • 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
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    This pair of headphones supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • 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.
  • Low-latency game mode
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • 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.
  • 5 more microphones
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    6 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.
  • Sidetone support
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Find-my-headphones feature
    This pair of headphones supports find-my-headphones features, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.7% of headphones support Find My Headphones.
  • 8 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2024 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    December 2024
    2024 vs 2016
  • 5.87x less popular
    Wavell 4 Signature is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 6.9% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (233 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    233 g vs 218 g
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Wavell 4 Signature is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£140 vs £90).
    £140 vs £90
  • 5.87x less popular
    Wavell 4 Signature is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Wavell 4 Signature is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£140 vs £90).
    £140 vs £90
  • 6.9% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (233 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    233 g vs 218 g

Video reviews

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

9.0
TechieViewVideo
≈ estimated
21/10/2025
Hands-on review · sound tests, noise cancelling and app
Verdict
Wavell 4 Signature is a very good pair of headphones, versatile for work, calls, games and outdoor use.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

thesoundlabs.de
02/07/2026
Hands-on test · Over-ear headphones
Verdict
The Wavell 4 Signature is comfortable with strong bass and long battery life, but it feels cheap and costs more than its sound and noise cancelling justify.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Wavell 4 Signature

  • Impressive battery life offering up to 55 hours (40 hours with ANC)
  • Lightweight and ergonomic design suitable for long-term wear
  • Effective Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (up to 50 dB reduction)
  • Customisable audio via a dedicated app with a 10-band equalizer
  • Solid privacy with minimal sound leakage even at high volumes
  • Fast charging providing 5 hours of playback from a 5-10 minute charge
  • Reliable multipoint Bluetooth connectivity for two devices simultaneously

What customers don't like about Wavell 4 Signature

  • Multipoint switching can be unintuitive, sometimes interrupted by phone notifications
  • Mixed feedback on microphone quality; some users report a 'hollow' or distant sound
  • Bass response is described as weak by some users without manual EQ adjustment
  • Packaging lacks a dedicated protective travel case
  • Customer support responsiveness has been criticized by several users on Use code with caution.Copied to clipboardjsonTrustpilotUse code with caution.Copied to clipboardjson
  • Allegations of the product being a rebranded OEM model with a significant markup

Verdict

The Wavell 4 Signature is an over-ear wireless headset featuring 40mm titanium drivers and Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint connectivity for two devices. It offers robust hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) up to -50dB, 6 microphones for clear calls via Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), and customizable sound through the Wavell Connect app. Key advantages include a long-lasting battery life of up to 55 hours (40 hours with ANC), fast charging that provides 5 hours of playback in 10 minutes, and a lightweight 233g foldable design with memory foam cushions. However, some users have noted that the multipoint feature can be unintuitive, with mobile notifications sometimes interrupting media playback on secondary connected devices.

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