Our Verdict
The HD 202 II are low-budget, closed-back, critical listening headphones that are not well-rounded enough to be good everyday headphones. They lack a few features, which makes them cumbersome to use on the go, and they also struggle in loud environments.
- Lightweight, stable design.
- Low leakage.
- Poor noise isolation.
- Uncomfortable fit.
- Plasticky build.
The HD 202 II have an above-average sound and produce a decent soundstage. They're not ideal for critical listening because of their closed-back design, but sound sufficiently good to not disappoint the pure critical listener.
Not made for commuting. They only isolate passively, and it's not enough for the ambient noise of train or plane.
Below-average for sports. They're lightweight but too cumbersome to use while running or exercising. Additionally, the long non-detachable cable can get frustrating
Subpar for office use. They won't isolate you from the noise of a busy office but do not leak too much and won't be audible to the people near you except at high volumes.
Average for home theater use. Since they're wired, they have no latency, but the cable won't be long enough unless you're watching your movie on a PC or tablet. They're also not the most comfortable headphones to wear for long periods of time.
Changelog
- Updated Aug 10, 2017: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
- Updated Jun 03, 2016: Review published.
- Updated Jun 01, 2016: Our testers have started testing this product.
- Updated Apr 29, 2016: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
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