On-Ear
Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO
72Good
$150
Full review dataBeyerdynamic DT 275 PRO vs Skullcandy Icon® ANC: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 72. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO - Good overall at around $150.
On-Ear
Skullcandy Icon® ANC
58Average
$100
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO
Sound7.0
Value7.5
Skullcandy Icon® ANC
Sound5.0
Noise cancelling5.5
Battery9.0
Calls6.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO | Skullcandy Icon® ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | On-Ear | On-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $150 | $100 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 58 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2019 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 45 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 5Hz-24kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 97.5 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.3 LE |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 60 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 50 h |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | active |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g |
| Water resistance | - | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
What reviewers said
Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO
This closed on-ear headphone is tuned for professional monitoring, with a bass-forward character and strong passive isolation that suits DJ work and voice tracking in noisy settings. It's a wired, utilitarian tool built for assertive sound rather than casual listening, offering good loudness even from modest sources. The design prioritizes practical stage and booth use with a detachable cable, though it skips modern conveniences like wireless or noise-canceling tech.
- Pro:Powerful, punchy bass for monitoring or DJ tasks
- Pro:Excellent passive isolation for loud environments
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended sessions
- Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless options
- Con:Bass-forward tuning may not suit neutral-critical listening
- Con:On-ear style can cause fatigue over long periods
Skullcandy Icon® ANC
The Skullcandy Icon ANC packs impressive endurance and useful features like Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint and fast charging into a budget-friendly on-ear design. While it offers solid noise isolation and a bass-forward sound, its audio clarity and comfort fall short of expectations, making it a better pick for commuters than audiophiles.
- Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 60 hours without ANC)
- Pro:Lightweight and portable on-ear build with IPX4 sweat resistance
- Pro:Multipoint connectivity and quick-charge support
- Con:Muddy, bass-heavy sound lacks detail and balance
- Con:ANC performance is only average, not class-leading
- Con:Uncomfortable clamping force for long listening sessions
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