Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 True Wireless Review
Beyerdynamic's Amiron 300 earbuds deliver detailed sound and strong noise cancellation for commuters, but their battery life might leave you wanting more.
The 30-Second Version
The Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 offers fantastic noise cancellation and detailed sound in a comfy package, perfect for music lovers on the go. But with just 7 hours of battery and a mediocre mic, it's a niche pick. Worth it if sound is your top priority, but look elsewhere for all-day endurance.
Overview
Beyerdynamic's Amiron 300 True Wireless earbuds are a solid play for commuters and office workers who prioritize sound and comfort. They're built for long listening sessions, with an ergonomic design that lands in the 86th percentile for comfort, and they pack the brand's signature audio tuning into a wireless package.
They're not trying to be a jack-of-all-trades. Our scoring shows they're best for music and commuting, but they're not built for the gym, and the battery life is a notable weak spot. Think of them as a focused tool for your daily grind.
Performance
The sound quality is the star here, hitting the 80th percentile with a detailed, balanced profile that's classic Beyerdynamic. The ANC is even better, landing in the 89th percentile, so it does a great job muting the rumble of trains and office chatter. The flip side? The microphone performance is mediocre at best (38th percentile), so your callers might hear more background noise than you'd like. And at 7 hours with ANC on, the battery life is firmly in the 'just okay' category.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent active noise cancellation that ranks in the 89th percentile. 97th
- Superb, comfortable fit that works for all-day wear. 96th
- Top-tier connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 and reliable multipoint. 91th
- Detailed, balanced sound signature that audiophiles will appreciate. 86th
Cons
- Battery life is a weak point at just 7 hours per charge. 32th
- Microphone quality is below average for clear calls in noisy places.
- Build quality feels a bit plasticky for the price.
- They're not rated well for fitness or intense activity.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Wearing Style | Dual Ear True Wireless Earbud |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 40000 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Profiles | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, HSP |
| Multipoint | No |
| Wired Connector | USB |
| Range | 15 |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 7 |
| Charge Time | 2 |
| Fast Charging | 10min=2hrs |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 28 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 6 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | iOS, Android |
| Volume Limiting | No |
Value & Pricing
At $180, these sit in a crowded mid-tier. You're paying for Beyerdynamic's audio expertise and top-shelf ANC, which is fair. But you're also making compromises on battery, mic, and build to hit that price. If sound and noise blocking are your non-negotiables, the value is there. If you need all-day battery or crystal-clear calls, it gets harder to justify.
Price History
vs Competition
Stacked up, the Sony WF-1000XM5 is the ANC king and has better battery, but it costs more. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds offer arguably more comfortable silence but can sound bass-heavy. The Amiron 300 carves its niche with a more neutral, detailed sound profile than both. Against budget champs like the Nothing Ear (a), you're getting vastly better ANC and sound, but paying nearly twice the price. It's a trade-off between premium audio features and overall package polish.
| Spec | Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 True Wireless | Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Technics Technics EAH-AZ80 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless | Apple Airpods Pro 3 Apple AirPods Pro with Wireless MagSafe Charging | Jabra Jabra Evolve2 Buds USB-A UC Earbuds with USB-A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless In-Ear Headphones (Black) | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Case Battery Hours | 28 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 24 | 25 |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | false | true | true | true | true | true |
Common Questions
Q: How long do the earbuds last on a single charge with noise cancelling on?
You'll get about 7 hours of playback with ANC active, which is decent but not class-leading.
Q: Do they come with different sized ear tips for a good fit?
Yes, they include five pairs of ear tips (XS, S, M, L, XL) to help you find a secure, comfortable seal.
Q: Can I connect them to two devices at once?
Yes, Bluetooth multipoint lets you seamlessly switch between, say, your laptop and phone.
Who Should Skip This
Skip these if you need earbuds for the gym or long travel days without charging. The IP54 rating is only for light sweat, and our data scores them terribly for fitness. Also, avoid them if you take a lot of calls on busy streets—the mic just isn't up to the task.
Verdict
Buy these if you're a commuter or desk worker who listens to music for hours and needs serious noise cancellation. The comfort and sound quality make them perfect for that. Just don't expect them to be your gym buddies or all-day conference call heroes.