On Ear vs Over Ear

On-Ear vs. Over-Ear Headphones:

When it comes to choosing your set of headphones, it's important to consider the following factors: Portability, Comfort and Performance. 


Headphones have become part of our everyday lives and it is important to choose the right ones for you!


THE SIMPLE DIFFERENCE

On-ear headphones have smaller earpads that sit/rest on top of your ears and have been designed to be more portable. They are generally smaller and lighter and are usually mediocre at blocking noise and often "leak" a lot of sound.


Over-ear headphones have larger earpads that fit around your entire ear for a more immersive listening experience and add an elevated level of comfort.


Extra padding

Over-ear headphones offer more padding and with more padding comes more comfort whereas on-ear headphones do not require as much padding making them lighter in weight. 


DRIVER SIZE

A difference in design makes a difference in experience! 


Due to the size of the headphones, over-ear headphones are able to accommodate a larger driver. The bigger the driver, the more immersive the sound, the deeper the bass response and the more prominent and realistic the sound. 


Active noise cancellation

On-ear headphones do not have the capability to offer ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) which is essential to achieving optimal sound and bass response. 


BATTERY LIFE

When it comes to battery life, over-ear headphones are UN-BEAT-ABLE!


Experience up to 55 hours battery life with our range of Edifier over-ear headphones


SHOP OUR EDIFIER RANGE 

Edifier W600BT

30 Hours

Edifier W800BT PLUS

55 Hours

Edifier W820NB

50 Hours

EDIFIER W820NB HI RES NOISE CANCELLING OVER-EAR HEADPHONES

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