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7Hz Timeless · 219 €Apple AirPods 4 with ANC · 179 €
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| What matters | 7Hz Timeless7HzMedium confidence | Apple AirPods 4 with ANCAppleMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.4 (best in this comparison) | 7.1 |
| Best price | 219,00 € | 179,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 7.6 (best in this comparison) | 6.9 |
| Build quality | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| Performance | 8.9 (best in this comparison) | 7.6 |
| Longevity | 7.8 (best in this comparison) | 7.4 |
| Repairability | 6.6 (best in this comparison) | 2.2 |
| Support & warranty | 3.0 | 9.0 (best in this comparison) |
| Battery (ANC on) | — | 4 h |
| Noise cancelling | Passive isolation only | Good for an open fit |
| Water resistance | — | IP54 |
| Codecs | — | AAC, SBC |
| Case charging | — | USB-C + wireless |
| Best for | Hearing what a planar driver does differently · Fast, textured bass · Detail at moderate volume | People who cannot stand in-ear tips · iPhone owners · Awareness of surroundings while cancelling noise |
| Avoid if | You have small ears — the discs are wide · You want plug-and-play from a phone | You want maximum isolation · You are on Android |
| Main drawback | Flat disc shape fits poorly for many | Open fit limits how much ANC can do |
Verdict
Take the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC unless you need repairability.
The 7Hz Timeless scores highest at 7.4, but it costs 40,00 € more than the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC, which scores 7.1. That premium buys you repairability — 4.4 points of it. Worth it if hearing what a planar driver does differently describes you; otherwise it is money you keep. Watch out for open fit limits how much ANC can do on the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC.
Best overall7Hz Timeless — Highest Worth Score here at 7.4, 0.3 ahead of the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. Best for hearing what a planar driver does differently.
Best valueApple AirPods 4 with ANC — 40,00 € cheaper than the 7Hz Timeless and only 0.3 behind on Worth Score. You give up repairability.
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.