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AKG N60NC Wireless vs FiiO EH11: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH11 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: FiiO EH11 - Outstanding overall at around $30.

Score breakdown

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

FiiO EH11 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • AKG N60NC Wireless
  • FiiO EH11
HearWiki score
68
85
Sound
7.2
8.0
Noise cancelling
5.5
-
Battery
4.5
8.0
Calls
5.5
6.0
Value
-
10.0
Price (USD)
$34
$30

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?

Mixed generations

FiiO EH11 (2026) against AKG N60NC Wireless (2018). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the AKG N60NC Wireless brings ANC type Feedback against None, while the FiiO EH11 answers with Top codec LDAC against aptX. The FiiO EH11 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • N60NC Wireless2018
  • EH1120268 yr newer
What differsN60NC WirelessEH11

Platform

Top codec
aptX
LDAC
ANC type
Feedback
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Specifications

N60NC WirelessEH11
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$34
$30
HearWiki score
68
85
Released
2018
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
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
17 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
111 dB/mW
-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
111
-
Bluetooth
4.0
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
15 h
30 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
feedback
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
both
Weight
199.4 g
92 g
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
No
-
Pad material
leatherette
-
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Model code
N60NCBT
-
Microphones
1
1

What reviewers said

AKG N60NC Wireless

The AKG N60NC Wireless is a compact, foldable on-ear headphone that pairs active noise cancellation with a balanced, engaging sound profile. It's a solid travel companion with a comfortable fit, though its older Bluetooth standard and reliance on physical buttons reflect its age. Performance is generally satisfying for the price, with the option to use it wired for potentially better audio quality.

  • Pro:Compact and foldable design for easy travel
  • Pro:Effective active noise cancellation for its size
  • Pro:Balanced and entertaining sound signature
  • Con:Battery life is decent but not outstanding
  • Con:ANC effectiveness can be affected by jaw movement
  • Con:Older Bluetooth 4.0 limits wireless range and stability

FiiO EH11

The FiiO EH11 blends a vintage-inspired look with modern wireless tech, featuring wooden ear cups that also act as control dials. Its semi-open design houses a 40mm dynamic driver, and with LDAC support plus 30 hours of playback, it offers solid performance for a budget-friendly price. Multipoint connectivity and app-based EQ add to its versatility.

  • Pro:Stylish retro-futuristic design with wooden earcups
  • Pro:Long 30-hour battery life
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Semi-open design may leak sound
  • Con:Plastic build might not feel premium

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

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