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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prefer high-quality sound with the convenience of wireless earbuds, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX, with excellent sound quality and active noise canceling, might suit you, especially if you often travel or exercise. However, for budget-conscious customers or those who prioritize gaming and calls, the Turtle Beach Recon 70 headphones, which are much less expensive, could be a better choice. They offer a best-in-class microphone and are optimized for gaming. Keep in mind that the Recon 70 is wired, which may limit mobility but can provide a more stable connection for gaming or TV. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Turtle Beach Recon 70
- Best in class for phone calls
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.9
7.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Turtle Beach Recon 70 are both good for music, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is somewhat better.
Gaming
9.3
8.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is very good.
Phone Calls
5.3
9.6
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
7.6
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair.
TV and Video
8.9
7.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 does not have a battery.
Cost
$399
$40
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 costs $40.
Build Quality
10.0
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 has very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | Turtle Beach Recon 70 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $40 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Turtle Beach | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 309 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
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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."
Turtle Beach Recon 70
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Sound Guys
Sam Moore | September 2022
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."
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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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