Disclosure: I’d like to thank OneOdio for providing me with the Focus A6 for this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own, and OneOdio had no say or input on the contents of this review.

The OneOdio Focus A6 landed on my desk as the first headphones I’ve tested featuring Bluetooth 6.0, which immediately caught my attention, given their remarkably modest $69 price tag. It’s not often you see cutting-edge connectivity paired with budget-friendly pricing, so I was curious whether OneOdio could deliver meaningful performance at this level.

What struck me right away was the battery life claims – 40 hours with active noise cancellation running, and an almost ridiculous 75 hours with ANC disabled. At just 240 grams, these headphones feel surprisingly light in hand, making me wonder if they’d hold up during those marathon listening sessions the battery life suggests.

The real question becomes whether these specifications translate into a headphone worth recommending. Let’s get into it and see how the Focus A6 performs.

• OneOdio Focus A6
• USB-C to USB-C charging cable
• Manual

The unboxing experience keeps things simple – maybe too simple. While the packaging looks clean enough, I immediately noticed the absence of any travel case or pouch. Given that these headphones fold for portability, this feels like a missed opportunity, especially for anyone planning to toss them in a backpack regularly.

The Focus A6 feels different the moment you pick them up – there’s an immediate lightness that makes you double-check they’re actually full-featured headphones. After wearing them through several long work sessions, I can confidently say they live up to their comfort claims without the usual fatigue I experience with heavier models.

OneOdio seems to have designed the Focus A6 with actual travel in mind. The earcups fold inward cleanly, and they also swivel 90 degrees in both directions, letting them lie completely flat in a bag. I’ve been tossing them into my backpack’s main compartment without worry, though the lack of any travel case feels like a missed opportunity at this price point. The metal headband adjusts smoothly and holds its position well – no constant readjustment needed during use.

The comfort story gets interesting with the ear cushions. OneOdio uses memory foam wrapped in soft protein leather, creating a seal that doesn’t feel clampy or tight. What I particularly appreciated were the ventilation holes – they actually make a difference during those three-hour listening sessions where other headphones start feeling stuffy. The headband distributes weight evenly, though I did notice some pressure buildup after about four hours of continuous wear.

Here’s where the Focus A6 takes a refreshingly old-school approach. Physical buttons on the right earcup beat touch controls every time in my experience. The power, ANC, and volume controls sit about 3.5mm apart, making them easy to distinguish by feel alone. Each button handles multiple functions based on how long you press, which takes some getting used to. Note the absence of a 3.5mm audio jack, so the only wired connection you can have is USB-C.

This is where I need to be honest about potential long-term issues. The plastic hinges creak subtly when adjusting the headphones, and that sound makes me wonder about durability over months of daily use. The connection points between the metal headband and plastic housing feel less substantial than the rest of the build. That said, they’ve survived my daily commute and desk use without any actual problems – it’s more about peace of mind than immediate function.

The companion app’s 7-band equalizer gives you actual control over the sound signature. You get the usual suspects – Pop, Bass Mode, and Super Bass Mode presets – plus three slots for custom profiles. The EQ actually makes a meaningful difference here, though I’d recommend sticking to the Pop setting as the bass modes are very overwhelming.

The app itself is very simple and straightforward, is very fast and fluid, and overall, I really like it.

The hybrid ANC system here uses five microphones strategically placed to catch noise from multiple angles. The feedforward and feedback channels work in tandem to create what OneOdio calls a “precise noise detection network”. During my testing, this translated to blocking about the majority of external noise – genuinely impressive performance for headphones at this price point.

There’s a slight background hiss from the white noise when you first enable ANC, which honestly had me worried initially. But once music starts playing, it becomes completely unnoticeable. It’s a minor trade-off that most users will never actually encounter in real-world listening.

OneOdio provides five different noise modes, which might seem excessive until you actually use them. The standard ANC and transparency modes work as expected, but those two wind resistance options proved surprisingly useful during my morning walks. Most headphones either work in windy conditions or they don’t – having dedicated modes for wind noise shows OneOdio actually considered how people use headphones outdoors.

At this price point, you shouldn’t be expecting any miracles, but the ANC is very decent, while the Transparency mode quality is simply adequate. Again, for the price, exactly what I would expect.

OneOdio’s battery claims initially seemed optimistic, but they’ve proven accurate during my testing. The 75-hour rating with ANC disabled translates to roughly three full days of continuous listening. Even with ANC running constantly, I consistently achieved close to 40 hours of playback.

The fast-charging implementation works well for real-world use. Ten minutes plugged in provides about 10 hours of listening time – genuinely useful when you’re heading out and realize the headphones are dead. A complete charge cycle takes around 1.5 hours, which feels reasonable given the massive battery capacity.

Bluetooth 6.0 enables connection to two devices simultaneously, so you can have your phone and laptop paired at once. The switching happens automatically when calls come in, which works better than I expected for a budget implementation.

LDAC performance is solid, even when using the 990kbps prioritized audio quality mode. I never encountered any stuttering or dropped connections.

Gaming mode drops latency to 65ms, making these viable for mobile gaming or video calls where audio sync matters. Just note that enabling LDAC disables both dual pairing and gaming mode – you’ll need to choose your priorities.

I’m not really sure Bluetooth 6.0 adds anything meaningful here, but at least the headphones are future-proofed.

The microphone array with AI noise reduction proved surprisingly effective during my testing. The system does a solid job filtering out environmental noise, including wind, crowds, and traffic. I tested calls in various challenging environments, including near my apartment air conditioner, and callers consistently reported clear voice transmission.

For anyone working remotely or taking frequent calls, this microphone performance adds real value beyond just music playback. It’s one of those features you don’t expect to work well at this price point, but OneOdio managed to get it right.

Right out of the box, the Focus A6 presents a sound signature that leans slightly warm with emphasized bass – the “Pop” preset comes enabled by default and handles most music genres reasonably well. I found this tuning works particularly well for bass-heavy tracks, delivering solid low-end punch that stays controlled even when I push the volume to maximum levels.

Classical music surprised me here. Orchestral pieces came through with pleasant string reproduction that avoided the harshness I’ve experienced with other budget headphones, and vocals maintained their natural character. That said, the Focus A6 truly shines with modern pop, EDM, R&B, and hip-hop, where that bass-forward tuning becomes an asset rather than a compromise.

Overall, for the price, these headphones sound great, especially if you want a more musical sound profile that still retains some detail and texture. If you want a more neutral-leaning or “Audiophile” sounding headphone, I’d suggest looking at the Kiwi Ears Ardor or EarFun Tune Pro, though both are a bit pricier.

The OneOdio Focus A6 spent several weeks in my daily rotation, and I have to say they’ve changed my expectations for what’s possible for a $69 ANC headphone. When you add the battery life and ANC performance, it becomes difficult to argue against these headphones..

What impressed me most was how the feature set doesn’t feel compromised despite the budget price. That -48dB ANC capability puts these in conversation with headphones costing twice as much. The app’s 7-band EQ proves essential, though – the default tuning benefits significantly from some adjustment, particularly pulling back the mid-bass and adding some treble clarity.

Sound quality exceeded my expectations for this price bracket. LDAC support adds genuine value for Android users, and the call quality with those AI-enhanced microphones works better than I expected in noisy environments.

The Focus A6 isn’t perfect, though. No travel case feels like a missed opportunity, and that default sound signature needs tweaking to really shine. But these feel like minor complaints when you consider everything else you’re getting.

For anyone looking for capable wireless headphones without spending flagship money, the OneOdio Focus A6 delivers exceptional value. These headphones prove that the budget category has become genuinely competitive, and OneOdio deserves credit for pushing what’s possible at this price point.

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