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Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear II vs Sennheiser HD 400: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear II vs Sennheiser HD 400, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear II

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Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear II vs Sennheiser HD 400
SpecBose SoundTrue Around-Ear IISennheiser HD 400
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$60$77
HearWiki scoreNot scored82 / 100 · Great
Released2014-
Audio
Driver-Sennheiser dynamic drivers
Driver size-40 mm
Drivers per side21
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz18Hz-20kHz
Impedance-120 Ω
Wireless
Multipoint pairing-No
Battery
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Design
Weight184 g240 g
Water resistance-none
FoldableYes-
Detachable cableYes-
USB-CNoYes
Calls
Microphones11

What reviewers said

Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear II

These wired, over-ear headphones prioritize comfort and straightforward sound for Android users. They feature a lightweight, foldable build with a detachable cable and inline controls, making them a practical choice for everyday listening without extra features like noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Pro:Foldable design with included carry case
  • Pro:Detachable cable adds durability
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Wired-only, no USB-C charging
  • Con:Controls limited to basic buttons

Sennheiser HD 400

These over-ear Sennheiser headphones are built around a neutral, open-back design aimed at studio work, delivering a wide soundstage and detailed, transparent audio for critical listening. They are lightweight and comfortable for long sessions, with a high-impedance driver setup that helps maintain low distortion, though they lack isolation and come without a carry case. Wired connectivity via USB-C and detachable cables adds versatility, but the open-back nature means sound leaks both ways.

  • Pro:Accurate, transparent sound with wide soundstage
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Detachable cables and USB-C connectivity
  • Con:No included carry case or spare ear pads
  • Con:Open-back design leaks sound and offers no isolation
  • Con:High impedance may require a dedicated amplifier for best results

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