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Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 vs HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth - Outstanding overall at around $1399.

Score breakdown

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

HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth leads on 4 of 7 measures.

  • Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100
  • HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth
HearWiki score
76
83
Sound
8.9
9.3
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.8
-
Calls
6.3
-
Value
2.8
8.8
Price (USD)
$1,950
$1,400

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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 (2024) against HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth (2023). The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds USB-C.

  • Beoplay H10020241 yr newer
  • HE 1000 Stealth2023
What differsBeoplay H100HE 1000 Stealth

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

Beoplay H100HE 1000 Stealth
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$1,950
$1,400
HearWiki score
76
83
Released
2024
2023
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
planar magnetic
Driver type
dynamic
planar
Driver size
40 mm
-
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
10 Hz - 40 kHz
8 Hz - 65 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
103 dB/mW
93 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Battery life
32 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
32 h
-
Full charge time
60 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 5 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
375 g
458 g
Case weight
350 g
-
Water resistance
IP53
-
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Connector
-
6.35 mm
Balanced connection
-
Yes
Microphones
10
-

What reviewers said

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 is a high-end over-ear headphone that pairs premium materials with adaptive active noise cancellation and a long-lasting 32-hour battery. It offers wireless convenience via Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint support, along with touch controls and a customizable EQ through app support. Its IP53 rating adds a layer of durability, making it suitable for everyday premium use.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:32-hour battery life on a single charge
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint connectivity
  • Con:High price point
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Limited codec support (only SBC and AAC)

HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth

The HiFiMAN HE 1000 Stealth is a wired, open-back planar magnetic flagship that delivers a neutral, highly detailed sound signature. It's easier to drive than typical planars thanks to its 32-ohm impedance and 93 dB sensitivity, yet still rewards quality amplification. With its relatively lightweight build for a large headphone and detachable balanced cable, it offers strong technical performance and comfort, though its size and price may not suit everyone.

  • Pro:Refined, neutral sound with excellent detail
  • Pro:Easier to drive than most planar headphones
  • Pro:Comfortable for its large over-ear design
  • Con:Still relatively heavy at 458 grams
  • Con:Large fit may be awkward for smaller heads
  • Con:Treble can sound uneven on bright recordings

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

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