Over-Ear
Focal Bathys
86Outstanding
$799
Full review dataFocal Bathys vs Technics EAH-F70N: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Focal Bathys comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Focal Bathys - Outstanding overall at around $799.
Over-Ear
Technics EAH-F70N
68Good
$429
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Focal Bathys
Sound9.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery8.5
Value7.0
Technics EAH-F70N
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery7.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Focal Bathys | Technics EAH-F70N |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $799 | $429 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm Aluminium/Magnesium ‘M’-shaped dome | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 15Hz-22kHz | 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 101 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 30 h | 20 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 30 h | 20 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 20 h |
| Full charge time | - | 240 min |
| Quick charge | 5 hours in 15 minutes | 15 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | hybrid | feedforward |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | supported |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 350 g | 292 g |
| Water resistance | none | None |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 8 | 1 |
What reviewers said
Focal Bathys
The Focal Bathys are premium wireless over-ears that blend high-fidelity audio with everyday convenience. They feature adaptive ANC, a USB-C DAC mode for hi-res wired listening, and support for aptX Adaptive, making them a top pick for sound-focused users who also want wireless flexibility. While their noise cancellation is solid but not the absolute best in class, their impressive battery life and versatile connectivity options stand out in the premium segment.
- Pro:Excellent sound quality with detailed, dynamic drivers
- Pro:USB-C DAC mode enables high-resolution wired audio
- Pro:Strong battery life, often exceeding rated figures in tests
- Con:ANC is competent but not class-leading
- Con:High price point limits accessibility
- Con:Real-world wireless endurance may fall short of claims in some scenarios
Technics EAH-F70N
The Technics EAH-F70N is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation, delivering a solid 20-hour battery life and support for high-quality LDAC and AAC codecs. Its lightweight build and touch controls make it comfortable and convenient, though the lack of app support and custom EQ limits personalization. With a wide frequency response and dual drivers, it aims for detailed sound, but the feedforward ANC and older Bluetooth version may hold it back in some scenarios.
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution wireless audio
- Pro:20-hour battery life with quick charge feature
- Con:No app support or customizable EQ
- Con:Uses older Bluetooth 4.2 technology
- Con:Feedforward ANC may not block all low-frequency noise
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