Over-Ear
Sennheiser HD 400
82Great
$77
Full review dataSennheiser HD 400 vs SoundPEATS Cove Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 400 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser HD 400 - Great overall at around $77.
Over-Ear
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
78Great
$70
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.5
Calls7.0
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 400 | SoundPEATS Cove Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $77 | $70 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | - | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Sennheiser dynamic drivers | 40mm titanium-plated dynamic driver |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 18Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 120 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth | - | 6.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 6.0 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 60 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 95 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 58 h |
| Full charge time | - | 126 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 11 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | No |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 240 g | 250 g |
| Water resistance | none | IPX4 |
| Foldable | - | Yes |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 7 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI call noise reduction / 7-mic array |
What reviewers said
Sennheiser HD 400
These over-ear Sennheiser headphones are built around a neutral, open-back design aimed at studio work, delivering a wide soundstage and detailed, transparent audio for critical listening. They are lightweight and comfortable for long sessions, with a high-impedance driver setup that helps maintain low distortion, though they lack isolation and come without a carry case. Wired connectivity via USB-C and detachable cables adds versatility, but the open-back nature means sound leaks both ways.
- Pro:Accurate, transparent sound with wide soundstage
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Detachable cables and USB-C connectivity
- Con:No included carry case or spare ear pads
- Con:Open-back design leaks sound and offers no isolation
- Con:High impedance may require a dedicated amplifier for best results
SoundPEATS Cove Pro
The SoundPEATS Cove Pro is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone that packs an impressive feature set, including adaptive ANC, LDAC support, and a staggering 95-hour battery life. It offers solid sound quality, comfortable fit, and modern Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, making it a standout value option in its price range. While it lacks transparency mode and relies on physical buttons, its overall performance and features punch well above its class.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 95 hours
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and LDAC support at a budget price
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable design with IPX4 rating
- Con:No transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Con:Physical buttons may not suit all users
- Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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