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1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 vs Shure Srh440a: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: 1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 - Great overall at around $101.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • 1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51
  • Shure Srh440a
HearWiki score
79
67
Sound
7.9
7.0
Noise cancelling
7.5
-
Battery
9.7
-
Calls
6.9
-
Value
9.5
7.5
Price (USD)
$100
$110

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 (2025) against Shure Srh440a (2022). The 1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds USB-C.

  • SonoFlow Pro HQ5120253 yr newer
  • Srh440a2022
What differsSonoFlow Pro HQ51Srh440a

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

SonoFlow Pro HQ51Srh440a
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$100
$110
HearWiki score
79
67
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
10 Hz - 22 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
32 Ω
40 Ω
Sensitivity
98 dB/mW
97 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
-
Codecs
LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
100 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
65 h
-
Full charge time
80 min
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
246 g
268 g
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Pad material
protein-leather
-
Connector
3.5 mm
3.5 mm
Balanced connection
No
-
Microphones
1
-
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51

The 1MORE SonoFlow Pro HQ51 are over-ear wireless headphones that offer a compelling mix of features for their modest price. They combine hybrid active noise cancellation with an exceptionally long battery life, especially when ANC is turned off, and support high-quality LDAC Bluetooth streaming. While the build feels a bit basic, their clear sound with strong bass, effective ANC, and marathon runtime make them a standout value option.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, up to 100 hours without ANC
  • Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation and transparency mode
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build doesn't feel premium
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Controls are limited to physical buttons

Shure Srh440a

The Shure SRH440A is a refreshed wired studio headphone that pairs a 40mm dynamic driver with a 40-ohm impedance, making it easy to drive from phones, laptops, and audio interfaces. Its tuning emphasizes present mids and controlled bass, which suits dialogue-heavy content, vocal monitoring, and general mix work. Built as a practical, closed-back tool with passive isolation and a foldable frame, it offers a neutral, no-frills option for entry-level studio use.

  • Pro:Easy to drive from most devices thanks to 40-ohm impedance
  • Pro:Clear, present midrange ideal for vocals and speech
  • Pro:Controlled low end suitable for monitoring
  • Con:Lacks wireless or ANC features
  • Con:No USB-C connectivity
  • Con:Sensitivity is modest, so may need more volume on quiet sources

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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