Sennheiser HD 599 SE 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 7 of 7 measures.

Sennheiser HD 599 SE
Wavefun Wave Pro X

HearWiki score

Sound

7.6

8.5

Noise cancelling

8.0

Battery

9.5

Calls

7.5

Value

4.9

9.0

Price (USD)

$240

$130

Specifications

HD 599 SEWave Pro X

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $240; $130
HearWiki score: 71; 89
Released: 2026; 2026
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 38 mm dynamic; 2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 38 mm; 40 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 12 Hz - 38.5 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 50 Ω; -
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms): 106; -
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: none; -
Weight: 250 g; -
Foldable: -; Yes
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: -; Yes
Connector: 3.5 mm; -
Model code: 508697; -

Specification comparison of Sennheiser HD 599 SE vs Wavefun Wave Pro X
Spec	Sennheiser HD 599 SE	Wavefun Wave Pro X
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$240	$130
HearWiki score	71 / 100 Good	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2026	2026
Audio
Driver	38 mm dynamic	2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	38 mm	40 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	12 Hz - 38.5 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	50 Ω	-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)	106	-
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	none	-
Design
Weight	250 g	-
Foldable	-	Yes
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	-	Yes
Connector	3.5 mm	-
Model code	508697	-

What reviewers said

Sennheiser HD 599 SE

The Sennheiser HD 599 SE is an open-back, wired over-ear headphone offering a warm, mostly neutral sound with clear vocals and present lead instruments. Its 50-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive from most devices without a dedicated amplifier, and the detachable cable adds convenience. While not suited for travel due to its open design, it delivers strong value for at-home listening.

Pro:Warm, mostly neutral sound signature
Pro:Easy to drive with 50-ohm impedance
Pro:Detachable cable for flexibility

Con:Reduced low bass response
Con:Not suitable for commuting or travel
Con:No controls or noise cancellation

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

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