I was recently able to get my hands on the new on-ear, noise cancelling headphones from Bang and Olufsen. The Beoplay H8i headphones go for $399.00. Are they worth the price Today I'll try to find out with this Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H8i noise cancelling headphones review.

Love my new headphones. I tried a few before I bought these. Definitely the best in terms if sound quality, noise reduction and comfort. Highly recommended! The only downside is that they don't come with a hard case so had to buy one online

For both audio and noise cancellation, we actually like the on-ear Beoplay H8i headphones more than their pricier over-ear sibling, the Beoplay H9i. Neither can match the QuietComfort 35 II's noise cancellation prowess, but they both offer better-than-average performance.

Strong audio performance with deep bass response and crisp, bright highs; Good noise cancellation; Transparency mode lets you hear your surroundings; Free app has adjustable EQ

Expensive; Auto-pause/play function gets old quick

I love these. It was easy to connect. Very comfortable, not hot or heavy. Sound great. Very happy. Had a set of Nuraphones, but they hurt my ears. The B&O are much lighter. The bass isn't as stong, but OK for my taste. I would reccomend these.

Sound great; Very comfortable; Easy connection

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The B&O Beoplay H8i headphones are a pair of wireless Bluetooth-connected, active noise cancelling cans. They offer a combination of high-quality audio with premium design and build materials. As you'd imagine, they're expensive. But you get what you pay for.

Excellent sound quality; Brilliant noise cancelling; Light and compact; Huge battery life

Headband could be more padded; Auto-pause can be too sensitive and annoying; Expensive

When deciding on a pair of headphones, people either go for an over-ear model such as the Sony WH1000XM2 which surrounds your ears and almost completely blocks noises from the outside world, or an in-ear model such as the Beoplay E8 that snugly fits in your ear canal.

Excellent battery life; Luxurious materials; Light weight

Slips off your head easily; Expensive

I was looking for a set of noise cancelling headphones for ages, and kept coming back to the 2 usual suspects, Bose QC35ii and Sony 1000XM2's. I didn't like the sound quality from the Bose (it was just completely boring, flat even), and the Sony have the well documented hinge issue.

In a very unfair comparison, I am comparing them with my four year old Bose cans, which are the only other headphones I have with active noise cancellation. B&O wins hands-down. Appearance - black, understated. My daughter doesn't like them because they aren't Beats.

Poor quality sound for the price, don't purchase. Also only comes with soft case. Don't purchase H8! For for Bose or other brand.

I wanted to get a pair of well made, durable headphones, so I chose these -purchased them at discount. The sound is very good, noise cancelling is acceptable, and the bluetooth is easy to connect. The battery lasts as long as they say it does. No problems speaking on the telephone.