Sennheiser
Sennheiser HD 660S2
Over-ear · 2023
92
/ 100
From $599
VS
Focal
Focal Bathys
Over-ear · 2022
92
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 660S2 lands at 92 and Focal Bathys at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sennheiser HD 660S2 if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Pick Focal Bathys if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Sennheiser HD 660S2 92
vs 92 Focal Bathys
Score breakdown
Sennheiser HD 660S2
92 anc 90
sound 92
comfort 91
battery 82
features 88
Focal Bathys
92 anc 90
sound 92
comfort 91
battery 82
features 88
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 660S2 | Focal Bathys |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | Over-ear |
| Release year | 2023 | 2022 |
Sennheiser HD 660S2
Pros
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
Focal Bathys
Pros
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
FAQ: Sennheiser HD 660S2 vs Focal Bathys
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 660S2 or Focal Bathys? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sennheiser HD 660S2 worth the price? +
At $599, Sennheiser HD 660S2 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is Focal Bathys worth the price? +
At $799, Focal Bathys delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does Sennheiser HD 660S2 or Focal Bathys last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.