Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Eleven True Wireless Earbuds Review
By 8mm Audio Experts | Premium True Wireless Earbuds Review
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Eleven True Wireless Earphones represent Bang & Olufsen’s newest generation of premium wireless earbuds. Known for combining luxury design with advanced audio technology, the Beoplay Eleven continues that tradition with polished aluminium construction, advanced active noise cancellation, and high-quality wireless audio support.
These earbuds are positioned in the premium segment alongside flagship models from Sony, Apple, and Bowers & Wilkins, offering a combination of craftsmanship, sound performance, and modern features.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Eleven Specifications
- Driver: 9.2mm dynamic driver
- Frequency response: 20Hz – 22kHz
- Active Noise Cancellation: Hybrid ANC
- Microphones: 6-microphone system
- Bluetooth: 5.2
- Supported codecs: aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, SBC
- Multipoint connection: Yes
- Battery life: Up to 8 hours (ANC off) / 6 hours (ANC on)
- Total battery with case: Up to 28 hours
- Wireless charging: Yes (Qi)
- Charging port: USB-C
- Water and dust resistance: IP57
- App support: Bang & Olufsen mobile app
Design and Build Quality
The Beoplay Eleven stands out with a design that focuses on premium materials. Each earbud features a polished aluminium housing with a hardened glass touch surface.
The charging case is made from pearl-blasted aluminium, providing a solid feel and durable construction compared with typical plastic charging cases used by many wireless earbuds.
Two finishes are available:
- Natural Aluminium
- Copper Tone
The earbuds use silicone ear tips in multiple sizes to ensure a secure and comfortable fit during extended listening sessions.
Sound Quality
The Beoplay Eleven uses a 9.2mm dynamic driver tuned to deliver balanced sound across bass, midrange, and treble frequencies.
Bass
The earbuds provide controlled and detailed bass without excessive emphasis, making them suitable for a wide range of music genres.
Midrange
Vocals and instruments are reproduced clearly, with good separation and natural tone.
Treble
High frequencies remain smooth and detailed without harshness.
The Bang & Olufsen app allows users to adjust the sound profile through the Beosonic EQ interface and preset listening modes.
Active Noise Cancellation
The Beoplay Eleven features hybrid active noise cancellation designed to reduce background noise during travel, commuting, and office use.
The earbuds offer three levels of ANC that can be adjusted through the Bang & Olufsen app.
The system is effective at reducing low-frequency sounds such as engine noise and traffic.
Call Quality
The earbuds include six microphones used for both call clarity and noise cancellation processing.
Wind Guard technology helps reduce wind noise during outdoor calls, improving voice clarity during phone conversations.
Transparency Mode
Transparency mode allows outside sound to pass through the earbuds, making it easier to hear conversations or announcements without removing the earbuds.
The microphones capture environmental sound and reproduce it naturally through the earphones.
Battery Life
The Beoplay Eleven offers strong battery performance for premium true wireless earbuds.
- Up to 8 hours playback without ANC
- Up to 6 hours with ANC enabled
- Up to 28 hours total with the charging case
A quick 20-minute charge provides approximately 2 hours of listening time.
The charging case supports both USB-C wired charging and Qi wireless charging.
Water and Dust Resistance
The IP57 rating provides strong protection against dust and water exposure.
This makes the earbuds suitable for workouts, commuting, and outdoor use in light rain.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Premium aluminium and glass construction
- Balanced sound tuning
- High-quality ANC performance
- Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity
- Wireless charging support
- Strong water and dust resistance
Cons
- Higher price compared with many wireless earbuds
- Battery replacement requires authorised service
- ANC performance may not match the strongest competitors
Final Verdict
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Eleven combines premium materials, refined sound quality, and modern wireless features in a compact true wireless earbud design.
For listeners who value design craftsmanship alongside strong audio performance, the Beoplay Eleven stands as one of the most distinctive premium true wireless earbuds currently available.
