Bose A20 Aviation Headset vs HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Bose A20 Aviation Headset vs HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Over-Ear

Bose A20 Aviation Headset

Not yet scored

$1,100

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Over-Ear

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

84Outstanding

$1,200

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Score breakdown

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

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled leads on 3 of 4 measures.

Bose A20 Aviation Headset
HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

HearWiki score

Sound

9.4

Value

8.0

Price (USD)

$1,100

$1,200

Specifications

A20 Aviation HeadsetArya Unveiled

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $1,100; $1,200
HearWiki score: Not scored; 84
Released: 2010; 2024
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: -; planar magnetic
Driver type: -; planar
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: -; 8 Hz - 65 kHz
Impedance: -; 27 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 94 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: Yes; No
Weight: 340.2 g; 413 g
Detachable cable: -; Yes
Connector: -; 6.35 mm
Balanced connection: -; Yes

Specification comparison of Bose A20 Aviation Headset vs HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
Spec	Bose A20 Aviation Headset	HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$1,100	$1,200
HearWiki score	Not scored	84 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2010	2024
Audio
Driver	-	planar magnetic
Driver type	-	planar
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	-	8 Hz - 65 kHz
Impedance	-	27 Ω
Sensitivity	-	94 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	No
Design
Weight	340.2 g	413 g
Detachable cable	-	Yes
Connector	-	6.35 mm
Balanced connection	-	Yes

What reviewers said

Bose A20 Aviation Headset

The Bose A20 Aviation Headset is a wired, over-ear solution built specifically for pilots, using active noise cancellation to cut through cockpit noise and improve radio communication. At around $1096, it prioritizes clarity and comfort for long flights, though its specialized design and price point narrow its appeal to aviation use. Its lightweight 340-gram build helps reduce fatigue during extended wear.

Pro:Effective active noise cancellation for cockpit environments
Pro:Lightweight design at 340g for prolonged comfort
Pro:Wired connection ensures reliable, uninterrupted audio

Con:High price point limits accessibility
Con:Wired-only design may not suit general consumer use
Con:Specialized for pilots, not ideal for everyday listening

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

The HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled is a high-end open-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers exceptional detail, tonal accuracy, and a balanced soundstage, making it a strong contender for audiophiles. Its grill-less design reduces reflections for cleaner audio, and it offers easy drivability for its class, though the exposed drivers require careful handling. With a neutral-to-warm tuning and broad frequency extension, it provides a compelling blend of technical performance and musicality.

Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and tonal accuracy
Pro:Spacious and well-defined imaging
Pro:Comfortable for extended listening sessions

Con:Exposed driver design requires careful handling
Con:Limited connectivity options out of the box
Con:Ear-cup material may not appeal to everyone

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