Although the Avantree HT5009 Wireless are less comfortable and well-built than the Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless, they’re still worth considering if you want something easier on the wallet. Their sound profile is designed with TV and movie content in mind, as they deliver serious bass that’ll make explosions in action-packed scenes feel exciting. At the same time, vocals and instruments are crisp and present, so they stand out from the extra thump, rumble, and boom, but sibilants like S and T sounds are piercing. Unlike the previous picks, these headphones don’t have any sound customization features to help you adjust their sound. They’re also very prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, so it’s important to take the time to adjust their fit, positioning, and seal each time you use them.
These over-ears have over 34 hours of continuous battery life, so you don’t have to recharge them often even if you use them every day, and if you forget to turn them off, they go into standby mode to help conserve battery life. Their wireless transmitter also has low enough latency to ensure minimal lip-sync disruption. The transmitter also allows you to connect another pair of Bluetooth headphones to your TV if you want to watch a movie with someone else. Unusually, they have an integrated mic, which is handy if you want to use them to make the occasional call. However, the mic offers a disappointing overall performance, and it can be challenging for others to hear you well.
