We live in a tech savvy world, and whether you are a technophobe or gadget lover or not, we all rely on it, even it is just the phone in your pocket or bag. With all that tech; the phones, the tablets, or the laptops, pairing them with a pair of headphones helps enhance their functionality and performance. It doesn’t matter how you use your devices; you might be travelling to work on the train watching a video on your tablet, working out in the gym listening to music on your phone, or simply relaxing at home playing a game on your laptop, a reliable pair of headphones enhances your listening experience and enjoyment while keeping it personal (not everybody wants to listen to what you want to). Pairing your devices with high-quality headphones offers superior sound clarity, noise isolation, and comfort, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your favourite music, podcasts, audiobooks, watching movies or playing games. They also provide better durability and advanced features like active noise cancellation (ANC) and wireless connectivity, making them a worthwhile investment for any audio enthusiast. And when it comes to wireless headphones, I am a big fan of Edifier, over the years they have always been a good choice; stylish robust, great sound and all with pocket-friendly pricing. Recently I have been using the Edifier W800BT Pro Wireless Headphones, which are a sub £50 pair of wireless/wired headphones.
Edifier’s W800BT Pro Wireless Headphones are a set of wireless (Bluetooth v5.4) headphones that can also be used wired (USB-C), feature Hi-Res audio certification when using wired, feature a built-in mic with AI noise cancellation for clear calls and have a long-lasting battery life with up to 45 hours playback (with ANC off – 26 hours with ANC on).
Specifications:
- Bluetooth v5.4 for faster transmission speeds, stronger anti-interference capabilities, and lower power consumption
- Hybrid ANC technology isolates unwanted noise.
- Φ40mm dynamic driver with titanium coated diaphragm for high-fidelity audio.
- Hi-Res audio certification via USB-C wired connection.
- Multipoint connection for seamless switching between devices.
- Built-in mic with AI noise cancellation for clear calls.
- Lightweight, fully foldable design for daily use and travel.
- Skin-friendly, super soft ear cushions for all-day comfort.
- 45 hours of playback, 10-minute charge provides 5 hours of use.
- Compatible with EDIFIER ConneX app for personalised settings, select preset EQs, and more.
Edifier’s W800BT Pro wireless headphones are a fantastic example of how quality and affordability can go hand in hand without compromising standards.
After removing them from the box, which contains the headphones, USB-C cable and user manual, the W800BT Pro headphones boast a sleek and lightweight and foldable modern design with large ear cups and a cushioned adjustable metal headband. The earpads are made of soft skin-friendly leather, providing all-day comfort, perfect for those long listening sessions. They have been designed to fit various face shapes and ear contours comfortably, and they are indeed extremely comfortable to wear.
Out of the box, they do have some charge in them but I choose to fully charge them before use. To fully charge from flat takes approximately 3 hours using the supplied USB-C cable (you will need your own USB power adapter or plug them into a USB wall socket or even your laptop). A full charge gives you up to 45 hours playback (this all depends on what settings you use: volume level and whether ANC is on or off). You can achieve up to 45 hours playback with the volume set at 80% and ANC off. You can expect to achieve up to 26 hours with ANC on. If you are in a hurry, a quick 10 minute charge will give you up to 5 hours playback (dependant on settings).
Before using them, after charging if needed, they will need to be paired with the device that you want to use them with. This is a simple process. Out of the box they are already in pairing mode. Power them on by pressing the button for a few seconds and them select EDIFIER W800BT PRO from your Bluetooth devices and they connect in seconds (and will connect each time when powered on without you doing anything). If you need to re-pair, just reset them by pushing and holding the Bluetooth button for 5 seconds (you will hear an audio prompt and the LED will be flashing). The W800BT Pro support seamless multipoint connection, which means that you can pair them with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously (for example, your phone and laptop). This makes them incredibly convenient for both work and enjoying music at the same time (you can easily switch between the two devices by pressing the buttons the right earpad or when I was using them with my laptop and received a call on my phone they automatically switched).
While they are an extremely comfortable pair of headphones to wear, sound quality is obviously the most important function and the W800BT Pro deliver. They have an impressive sound quality, even at the highest volume levels. With a 40mm dynamic driver, they provide superb crystal-clear audio with a good bass level, and the titanium-coated diaphragm ensures clear and transparent mid-high frequencies. Download the free Edifier app and you can use pre-set or even customise EQ settings to suit your own preferences and music styles. I have a habit of listening to music at loud levels and even on full I found that there was no distortion and sound was clear with a good thumping bass. When using the headphones as a wired pair (using the supplied USB-C cable) they are Hi-res certified and sound fantastic.
So they sound fantastic and the comfort is excellent, but the features don’t stop there.
They feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). When enabled, this reduces battery life but if you are in a noisy environment, walking down a busy road or standing on the platform of a busy main train station for example, this in invaluable. With ANC enabled it effectively blocks out or vastly reduces (depending on the noise) unwanted external noise, letting you fully enjoy what you are listening to (although you might miss those important train announcements). The are armed with advanced hybrid active noise cancellation technology which combined with the full-fit over-ear design, achieve excellent passive noise reduction, reducing external noises to a depth of up to -44dB.
If you are a gamer, you are in for treat. The W800BT Pro allow you to fully immerse yourself in the gaming world. With a low latency of 0.06 seconds, game sounds and audio sync extremely well with the visuals on the screen, providing a gaming experience that lets you hear the sounds as they happen with the visuals on the screen, not seconds after. You can hear those footsteps creeping up on you before they are actually past you!
And if you still need to take phone calls, you can do so without needing to remove the headphones as they have a built-in microphone for hands-free calling. Calls are crystal-clear due to the integrated Al call noise reduction algorithms and a high-sensitivity microphone that very effectively recognises background noise and reduces it, making human voices clearer on calls.
Overall, I love the comfort and sound quality of the Edifier W800BT Pro wireless headphones. They are a superb budget-friendly pair of headphones that can be used wirelessly or wired, great for out and about or sitting at the laptop, with fantastic sound whichever option you are using.
They are so simple to pair with devices and I love being able to connect them to two different devices simultaneously and easily switch between them – I use the headphones more with my laptop but being able to switch over to my phone to take a call is quick and easy.
As for the battery life, it is excellent. Up to 45 hours of use before needing charging and I love the 10 minute charge for up to 5 hours use. I probably get 30+ hours use as my use of the ANC varies.
And it doesn’t matter how long I wear them, they always remain comfortable. I don’t really feel any pressure on the top of my head from the headband, I forgot it is actually there most of time, and the ear cups are really soft, covering my ears perfectly and they don’t overheat my ears. They are perfect for all day wearing.
I think that the Edifier W800BT Pro headphones are just superb. With the comfort, quality and features of a much higher priced set, they are a bargain at under £50.
If you like to enjoy your music, movies, audio books or games in peace, in comfort and with top-quality superior sound and long battery life, these headphones are perfect. And they are available in black, grey or white.
Rating: 5/5
RRP: £49.99
For more information, visit www.edifier.com. Available to buy from Amazon here.