Sennheiser HD 598SR vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

Sennheiser HD 598SR
Wavefun Wave Pro X

HearWiki score

Sound

7.5

8.5

Noise cancelling

8.0

Battery

9.5

Calls

6.5

7.5

Value

7.2

9.0

Price (USD)

$130

Specifications

HD 598SRWave Pro X

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $130; $130
HearWiki score: 63; 89
Released: 2013; 2026
Availability: Discontinued; Sold new
Driver: 40 mm dynamic; 2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 40 mm; 40 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 12 Hz - 38.5 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 50 Ω; -
Sensitivity: 102 dB/mW; -
Bluetooth: -; 6.0
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: -; 100 h
Battery life (ANC on): -; 60 h
Wireless charging: -; Yes
Active noise cancelling: No; Yes
Transparency mode: -; Yes
Wear detection: -; Yes
Controls: buttons; -
Weight: 247 g; -
Foldable: -; Yes
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: -; Yes
Pad material: velour; -
Connector: 6.35 mm; -

Specification comparison of Sennheiser HD 598SR vs Wavefun Wave Pro X
Spec	Sennheiser HD 598SR	Wavefun Wave Pro X
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$130	$130
HearWiki score	63 / 100 Good	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2013	2026
Audio
Driver	40 mm dynamic	2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	40 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	12 Hz - 38.5 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	50 Ω	-
Sensitivity	102 dB/mW	-
Wireless
Bluetooth	-	6.0
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	-	100 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	60 h
Wireless charging	-	Yes
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
Transparency mode	-	Yes
Wear detection	-	Yes
Controls	buttons	-
Design
Weight	247 g	-
Foldable	-	Yes
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	-	Yes
Pad material	velour	-
Connector	6.35 mm	-

What reviewers said

Sennheiser HD 598SR

The Sennheiser HD 598SR are open-back, wired over-ear headphones that deliver a spacious, neutral-leaning sound with a relaxed, full-bodied character. They prioritize long-term comfort with plush velour pads and a lightweight build, making them a solid choice for critical listening at home. While their sound is coherent and detailed, the presentation can feel polite and lacks deep low-end punch.

Pro:Comfortable velour earpads and light weight for extended sessions
Pro:Open-back design creates a wide, airy soundstage
Pro:Balanced mids and treble with a smooth, non-fatiguing tone

Con:Bass response is limited, especially in the lowest frequencies
Con:Overall sound can come across as too restrained or polite
Con:Build quality feels less rugged than some competitors

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging

Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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