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Mpow H17

38/ 100
Weak
HearWiki score

Poor value

$860
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

Brand
Mpow
Type
Over-Ear
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
Yes
Released
2019

Score breakdownweak overall

Sound5.8
Noise cancelling4.6
Battery6.7
Calls5.2
Value5.2

Mpow H17 active noise cancelling headphones reduce low-frequency background noise, feature fast charging for 45 hours of playtime, and include soft protein ear pads and a CVC 6.0 microphone for clear calls.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

It’s lightweight and foldable, making it a practical choice for commuters, though its sound signature is dark and better suited for bass lovers than critical listeners.

What works

  • Long battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Lightweight and foldable design for portability
  • Strong bass emphasis for bass-forward music
  • Affordable price point with useful features

What doesn't

  • Sound can feel congested and dark
  • ANC performance is only modest
  • No transparency mode or app support
  • Limited to SBC codec and Bluetooth 4.1

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Mpow H17
Driver40 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size40 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32 Ω

What the reviews said

4 source(s) feeding this product's score.

dragonblogger.com

58

This review described the Mpow H17 as an inexpensive, lightweight headphone with solid Bluetooth performance and acceptable sound for the price. Its main drawbacks were weak noise canceling and only middling comfort, despite the good battery life and fast charging.

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gforgadget.com

90

This review judged the Mpow H17 to be one of the stronger low-cost ANC over-ear headphones, with good design, strong battery life, and very good audio for the price. It also suggested that buyers who care more about ANC performance than sound quality may want to look elsewhere.

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thephonograph.net

71

This review found the Mpow H17 to be a budget ANC headset with strong bass emphasis, decent comfort, and useful noise isolation for the price. It praised the value and battery life but noted that the sound is dark and congested, making it a better fit for bass-focused listeners than for balanced critical listening.

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nerdtechy.com

This review concluded that the Mpow H17 offers a lot for the money, especially with its 40 mm drivers, fast charging, and long battery life. It recommended the headphones as an affordable feature-packed option, while implying they are not class-leading in every area.

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