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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and use during exercise with good sound quality, consider the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX earbuds; they are also sweatproof. However, if you desire an immersive listening experience for TV and video, and don't mind a larger form factor with an occasional need for charging even when wired, the Focal Bathys headphones may serve you better. The Bang and Olufsen offer aptX Adaptive for low latency, which the Focal Bathys also support, and both deliver excellent noise isolation. Earbuds tend to be more suitable for calls and meetings due to their integrated microphones, but if battery life is a concern, the Focal Bathys offer a longer span on a single charge. Keep in mind, though, they are at a higher price point compared to the Bang and Olufsen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Very good for exercise
Advantages of the Focal Bathys
- Very good for music
- Best in class for TV and video
Key differences
TV and Video
8.9
10.0
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
31.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Focal Bathys has 31 hours of battery life.
Cost
$399
$699
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the Focal Bathys costs $699.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the Focal Bathys has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.9
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Focal Bathys to be very good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is good.
Gaming
9.3
9.3
The Focal Bathys and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX are both excellent for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.3
5.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Focal Bathys are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
6.2
The Focal Bathys and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Focal Bathys are both very good for noise reduction.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the Focal Bathys compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | Focal Bathys |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $699 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Focal | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 9.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 31 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 350 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Leaf and Core
Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
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Soundguys
Christian Thomas | May 2023
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."
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About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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