Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataNectar Hive vs OneOdio A110: 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
OneOdio A110
68Good
$125
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nectar Hive
Sound9.0
Value7.0
OneOdio A110
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling5.5
Battery8.5
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Nectar Hive | OneOdio A110 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $197 | $125 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Electrostatic | dynamic |
| Driver size | - | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-7kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Sound signature | Bright neutral | - |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.0 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | - | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 50 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 40 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 370 g | 295 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Model code | - | Focus A10 |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
What reviewers said
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
OneOdio A110
The OneOdio A10 is a budget-friendly over-ear ANC headphone that offers impressive battery life and a solid feature set for its price, including multipoint Bluetooth and USB-C. While its sound signature leans heavily on bass and treble, which may not suit everyone, it delivers decent value for those prioritizing affordability and long playtime over premium tuning and comfort.
- Pro:Excellent battery life
- Pro:Competitive price for ANC and features
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth and USB-C support
- Con:Strong bass and treble tuning may be divisive
- Con:Comfort is below average
- Con:ANC limited by weak passive isolation
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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