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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality is your top priority and budget is not a concern, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 with their superior audio fidelity and noise cancellation may be the better option. For more portability and convenience at a lower price, the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 offers high-quality sound within earbuds that are easier to carry around. Consider the Beoplay H95 if you prefer over-ear comfort for longer listening sessions, while the PI7 is ideal if you want something compact without sacrificing sound quality. Note that earbuds like the PI7 can sometimes be less comfortable during extended use compared to over-ear models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Best in class for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins PI7
- The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95.
Key differences
Music
7.6
6.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Gaming
9.1
8.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for gaming, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good.
Phone Calls
8.0
5.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is very good for phone calls, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
4.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is poor.
TV and Video
9.1
6.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good.
Battery
35.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has 35 hours of battery life. The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$999
$399
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has a price of $999 and the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 costs $399.
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Build Quality
9.0
8.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 to have excellent build quality, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 | Bowers and Wilkins PI7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Bowers and Wilkins | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | April 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 35 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 0.7 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 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 | 6.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 323 Grams | 7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
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Ecoustics
Will Jennings | March 2023
"The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 offers a near bespoke level of build quality and design with impeccable materials, intuitive controls, and great sound. From an industrial design perspective, they are one of the best wireless headphones we have tested so far."
Bowers and Wilkins PI7
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Chase Bernath | April 2022
"The primary selling point of the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is the charging case that can transmit audio from any analog source to the earbuds. If you have a very specific and clear need for that feature, then the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is for you."
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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.
About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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