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Baseus Inspire XH1 vs Shure Srh440a: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Baseus Inspire XH1 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Baseus Inspire XH1 - Great overall at around $116.

Score breakdown

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

Baseus Inspire XH1 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Baseus Inspire XH1
  • Shure Srh440a
HearWiki score
79
67
Sound
8.0
7.0
Noise cancelling
8.0
-
Battery
9.8
-
Calls
8.5
-
Value
9.0
7.5
Price (USD)
$120
$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

Baseus Inspire XH1 (2025) against Shure Srh440a (2022). The Baseus Inspire XH1 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds USB-C.

  • Inspire XH120253 yr newer
  • Srh440a2022
What differsInspire XH1Srh440a

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

Inspire XH1Srh440a
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$120
$110
HearWiki score
79
67
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
35 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
35 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
10 Hz - 22 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
-
40 Ω
Sensitivity
-
97 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.1
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Latency
80 ms
-
Battery life
100 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
65 h
-
Quick charge
10 min → 12 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
275 g
268 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Pad material
protein-leather
-
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Model code
A00085701123-00
-
Microphones
5
-

What reviewers said

Baseus Inspire XH1

The Baseus Inspire XH1 is a feature-packed over-ear wireless headphone that delivers smooth, balanced sound and exceptional endurance, with up to 100 hours of playback on a single charge. It offers adaptive active noise cancellation, LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable build that rivals pricier competitors, making it a strong value pick for budget-conscious buyers seeking premium features.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life up to 100 hours (65 with ANC)
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC with transparency mode for versatile listening
  • Pro:Supports LDAC and Bluetooth 6.1 for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Dolby Atmos mode offers minimal audible improvement
  • Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
  • Con:80ms latency might not suit competitive gaming

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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