Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataNectar Hive vs Urbanista Sage: 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
Urbanista Sage
62Average
$99
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
Urbanista Sage
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Nectar Hive | Urbanista Sage |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $197 | $99 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Electrostatic | 40 mm dynamic driver |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-7kHz | - |
| Sound signature | Bright neutral | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.2 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | - | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 8 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 370 g | - |
| Water resistance | - | IPX4 |
| Model code | - | Miami Crystal |
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
Urbanista Sage
The Urbanista Sage over-ear headphones deliver a solid budget-friendly package with active noise cancellation, a long 50-hour battery life, and a comfortable, stylish design. They rely on basic Bluetooth 5.0 with SBC codec support, which keeps things simple but limits high-resolution audio options. Overall, they offer dependable performance for everyday listening, though they don't stand out in any one area.
- Pro:Long 50-hour battery life
- Pro:Effective active noise cancellation
- Pro:Comfortable and stylish build
- Con:Only supports basic SBC codec
- Con:Sound quality is decent but not exceptional
- Con:Limited premium features or controls
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