
JBL Tour One M2 vs Sennheiser HD 650: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 650 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Specifications
| Spec | JBL Tour One M2 | Sennheiser HD 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $279 | $380 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2022 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 42 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 40,000 Hz | 10Hz-41kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 300 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB/mW | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | - | 103 |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 50 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 30 h | - |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 5 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Yes | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 268 g | 260 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Balanced connection | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 7 | - |
What reviewers said
JBL Tour One M2
The JBL Tour One M2 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone with adaptive noise cancellation and an impressive 50-hour battery life when ANC is off. It supports high-resolution audio via LDAC and LDHC codecs, along with Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint for seamless device switching. With a comfortable 268g build, it also offers quick charging, wear detection, and a customizable EQ through its companion app.
- Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 50 hours without ANC
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
- Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode
- Con:No official water resistance rating
- Con:Sensitivity is relatively low at 93 dB/mW
- Con:Heavier than some rivals at 268 grams
Sennheiser HD 650
The Sennheiser HD 650 is a wired, open-back dynamic headphone built for serious home listening. It delivers a natural, detailed sound with a comfortable fit, though its sub-bass rolloff and bulky design limit it to stationary use rather than portable or active scenarios. Its replaceable cable and balanced connection option add to its appeal for audiophiles.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and natural tonal balance
- Pro:Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Pro:Detachable cable and balanced output support
- Con:Noticeable sub-bass rolloff
- Con:Not portable or suitable for active use
- Con:High impedance requires a dedicated amplifier
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