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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£140
  • Avg. price in US: ~$170
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 55 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Wavell 4 Signature review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

8.3

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%

8.3

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.4

Sound

20.0%

7.0

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

6.1

Connectivity

6.0%

8.7

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

Excellent
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 9.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    9.1

    Battery life

  • 8.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    9.1

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.8

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.9
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    9.1

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 7.2
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.8

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    9.1

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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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.

Technical Specifications of Wavell 4 Signature

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

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

8.3
Wavell 4 Signature has a technical score of 8.33 points, which is higher than that of 97.1% 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
Wavell 4 Signature has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

8.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

8.8
Wavell 4 Signature has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.8 points, which is higher than 96.7% 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

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

40 mm
Wavell 4 Signature uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% 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
Wavell 4 Signature uses 1 drivers, 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
Wavell 4 Signature reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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: MEDIUM

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% 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: MEDIUM

yes
Wavell 4 Signature is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% 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

6
Wavell 4 Signature has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 2.4% 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
Wavell 4 Signature does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% 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: HIGH

wireless
Wavell 4 Signature supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.4
Wavell 4 Signature uses Bluetooth version 5.4, newer Bluetooth version than 95.2% of headphones and equal to 4.2% 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
Wavell 4 Signature offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% 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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% 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

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
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

yes
Wavell 4 Signature works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
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: LOW

Good value: >=4

3
Wavell 4 Signature offers 3 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 94.4% of headphones and equal to 2.8% of headphones.
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
Wavell 4 Signature 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: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

55 hours
Wavell 4 Signature offers battery life of 55 hours, higher battery life than 77.4% of headphones and equal to 1.2% 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: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

40 hours
Wavell 4 Signature offers battery life with ANC of 40 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 61.4% of headphones and equal to 11.4% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Wavell 4 Signature needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% 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: MEDIUM

yes
Wavell 4 Signature supports quick charge. 31% 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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

550 mAh
Wavell 4 Signature has a battery capacity of 550 mAh, lower battery capacity than 52.5% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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: MEDIUM

Wavell
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: HIGH

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

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

233 g
Wavell 4 Signature weighs 233 g, heavier than 55.2% 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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

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Wavell 4 Signature vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Wavell 4 Signature supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Wavell 4 Signature supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Wavell 4 Signature has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Wavell 4 Signature has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • EQ customization
    Wavell 4 Signature supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    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

    Wavell 4 Signature supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Wavell 4 Signature supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Wavell 4 Signature supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Wavell 4 Signature offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and 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: HIGH

    Wavell 4 Signature offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Wavell 4 Signature offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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: MEDIUM

    Wavell 4 Signature offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 25 hours longer battery life
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher battery life than the average headphone (55 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: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher battery life than the average headphone (55 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.55 hours vs 30 hours
  • On-device controls
    Wavell 4 Signature includes on-device controls, the average headphone 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: MEDIUM

    Wavell 4 Signature includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Foldable design
    Wavell 4 Signature has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Wavell 4 Signature is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Wavell 4 Signature supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Wavell 4 Signature has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Wavell 4 Signature supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 25 hours longer battery life
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher battery life than the average headphone (55 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • USB-C charging
    Wavell 4 Signature uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 10 hours longer ANC battery life
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (40 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Wavell 4 Signature has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Wavell 4 Signature can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Wavell 4 Signature offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Wavell 4 Signature offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Wavell 4 Signature includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 5 more microphones
    Wavell 4 Signature has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Wavell 4 Signature reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Wavell 4 Signature supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • EQ customization
    Wavell 4 Signature supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 7 years newer release date
    Wavell 4 Signature was released more recently than the average headphone (2,024 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 6.9% higher weight
    Wavell 4 Signature is heavier than the average headphone (233 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (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

    Wavell 4 Signature has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 4.65x less popular
    Wavell 4 Signature is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Wavell 4 Signature is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 6.9% higher weight
    Wavell 4 Signature is heavier than the average headphone (233 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Wavell 4 Signature is heavier than the average headphone (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 headphone (£140 vs £90).
    Wavell 4 Signature is more expensive than the average headphone (£140 vs £90).£140 vs £90
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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 dislike 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

Expert reviews

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maketh-the-man.com
09/06/2025
Wavell 4 Signature – Hands On - Maketh-The-Man

In a hands-on review on Maketh-The-Man, the Wavell 4 Signature over-ear headphones are highlighted for their solid, foldable design and lightweight construction that ensures comfort. Key advantages include extensive battery life—40 hours with ANC, 55 hours without—and a fast-charging feature providing 5 hours of playback in 5 minutes, along with 6 microphones for clear calling....Read more

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