Worth-it verdict
For home listening, tuning and comfort beat feature checklists. Older headphone designs can remain excellent, but price and warranty matter more. The score-to-price signal is strong enough that retail pricing can make sense.
Consensus
81/100
Still credible, but only compelling with a meaningful discount or certified refurb pricing.
Release age
5y 8m old
Recent models usually bring better ANC and codecs, while older headphones can be compelling on sale.
Value signal
100/100
A simple score-to-price signal for deal hunting and refurb comparisons.
Audio tech
Wired
Useful for comparing codecs, wireless modes, ANC, and driver approach.
Deal target
$218
The score-to-price signal is strong enough that retail pricing can make sense.
Discount only: Still credible, but only compelling with a meaningful discount or certified refurb pricing.
Fair at retail. A stronger target price is around $218.
Long-running. 5y 8m old.