Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Gorgeous design ; Superbly comfortable and secure fit ; Outstanding weatherization: IP57 means they can be submerged ; Excellent sonic signature with very good bass performance

Mediocre noise cancelling and transparency mode ; Pricey

Lovely to look at, beautiful to listen to, Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay EX compromise only in terms of active noise cancellation. If audio performance is more important to you than noise cancellation, and the price doesn’t scare you off, they deliver a...

Very stylish earbuds, impeccable quality impression and good sound in Sport setting - which can be even better with custom settings. Good call quality. Best fit in class!

The sound lacks some dynamics and punch, and the neutral sound setting (Optimal) sounds downright tame. The wireless range is not impressive.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX costs a pretty penny, but the earbuds also have a nice premium look that matches a fashionable outfit. They fit like a dream in the ears of yours truly, better than almost all other earbuds. They have excellent call...

Detailed, enveloping sound ; Incredible levels of sound customization ; Effective ANC performance and call quality

Occasional signal dropouts ; App can be buggy ; Expensive

Bang & Olufsen has produced a sensational pair of wireless earbuds in the Beoplay EX, outmuscling the competition when it comes to sound quality. Noise cancelation is certainly impressive, although we wouldn’t say it’s quite class-leading and we would...

Superbly balanced sound ; Completely waterproof ; Attractive design

Average battery life ; ANC could be improved

If you're looking for true wireless earbuds that offer both good sound and style then the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX could fit the bill. If you're willing to splash out on them they will be ideal for everything from workouts to work calls.

The Beoplay EX take Bang & Olufsen's earbuds in a new direction, with a stem and better levels of comfort. We're hugely impressed with the sound quality, although there's a question mark about their value, given the competition.