Over-Ear
Heavys H1H
68Good
$264
Full review dataHeavys H1H vs Nectar Hive: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nectar Hive comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nectar Hive - Outstanding overall at around $197.
Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Heavys H1H
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery8.5
Value7.0
Nectar Hive
Sound9.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Heavys H1H | Nectar Hive |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $264 | $197 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Electrostatic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 8 | - |
| Frequency response | 5-46000 Hz | 20Hz-7kHz |
| Sound signature | - | Bright neutral |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX adaptive | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 50 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 40 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | hybrid | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Voice assistant | voice support | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 410 g | 370 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 2 | - |
What reviewers said
Heavys H1H
The Heavys H1H are wireless over-ear headphones with hybrid active noise cancellation, designed for long listening sessions thanks to a 50-hour battery. They support high-quality audio via LDAC and AAC codecs over Bluetooth 5.1, and feature a compact 40mm dynamic driver array. With physical controls and a transparency mode, they aim to offer practical versatility, though they lack water resistance and are relatively heavy.
- Pro:Excellent 50-hour battery life
- Pro:Supports high-res LDAC audio
- Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Heavier than many competitors
- Con:Lacks multi-point connection mention
Nectar Hive
The Nectar Hive is a wired electrostatic over-ear headphone priced around $600, weighing just 370 grams. It delivers a bright neutral sound signature with a frequency response spanning 20Hz to 7kHz, offering a detailed and airy presentation that leans toward analytical clarity. This model earns high marks for its tonal balance and technical performance, making it a strong contender in its price bracket for listeners who prefer a crisp, revealing sound.
- Pro:Excellent tonal accuracy and neutrality
- Pro:Impressive technical detail retrieval
- Pro:Featherweight design for comfort
- Con:Bright tilt may be fatiguing for some
- Con:Limited bass impact due to electrostatic nature
- Con:Requires dedicated amplifier for proper use
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