Monster wireless headphones, 60-hour playtime

Background noise can make it harder to focus on music, a show, or a call. The Monster Persona SE combines over-ear cups with active noise cancellation for listening at home or while moving around.

Its standard-mode playback is listed at up to 60 hours, so frequent charging may be less of a concern during everyday listening.

There are trade-offs to weigh, though: battery life drops to up to 40 hours with ANC on, and the listing gives no dimensions or weight for judging fit and portability.

Technical details

These are wireless over-ear headphones with Bluetooth 5.4, active noise cancellation, a built-in microphone, and USB-C fast charging. The sound setup includes 40 mm drivers and a digital audio processor, Monster describes the tuning as balanced with deep bass. That may appeal if you like bass-forward listening, but there’s no stated EQ or sound-customization feature to fine-tune the profile.

Monster claims ANC can block up to 98% of ambient noise. Treat that as a product claim rather than a guarantee of silence: the description doesn’t specify testing conditions, and noise cancellation doesn’t remove every sound. The listed runtime is up to 60 hours in standard mode and up to 40 hours with ANC enabled. A five-minute charge is claimed to provide four hours of listening. Actual runtime can vary with settings and use, but no further conditions are provided.

The ear cups use protein leather and memory foam, with an adjustable headband. The headphones also fold for storage. That gives them a practical design for keeping at home or packing away, although the missing weight and dimensions make it harder to judge how they’ll feel on a long commute or fit in a small bag.

Getting the most from it

For longer listening sessions, standard mode is the better choice for stretching the stated battery life. Switch ANC on when reducing surrounding noise matters more than getting the longest runtime. For example, you could use noise cancellation while focusing on a podcast at home, then turn it off for background music later.

The first Bluetooth connection requires pairing, after that, the headphones are described as reconnecting automatically to a previously paired Bluetooth-enabled device. Keep the USB-C charging option in mind if you need a quick top-up before listening. A solid pick if you want wireless over-ear headphones with ANC and long stated playback between charges. Not the best choice if you need a specified weight, exact fit measurements, or confirmed performance in a particular noisy setting.

Usage tips

Adjust the headband so the padded cups sit over your ears, rather than pressing against them. That can help make longer listening more comfortable, though the listing doesn’t provide sizing details. Since the ear cups are described as memory foam with protein leather, store the headphones folded when you’re done and avoid treating them as a compact in-ear alternative, they’re still an over-ear design.

If you’re choosing between these and a simpler wired pair, the Monster’s wireless connection, ANC, microphone, and foldable construction are the more relevant reasons to consider it. If you mainly need a basic listening device and don’t care about those features, this feature set may be more than you need. There’s no stated water resistance, so don’t assume they’re suited to workouts or wet conditions.

Practical doubts

How long does the battery last with ANC on? The listing states up to 40 hours with noise cancellation, compared with up to 60 hours in standard mode.

Can a quick charge help before heading out? Monster says a five-minute USB-C charge provides four hours of listening. The description doesn’t specify the conditions behind that figure.

Will the headphones connect automatically? After the first pairing, they’re described as automatically reconnecting to a previously paired Bluetooth-enabled device. The listing doesn’t identify specific phone or computer models.

Is it worth it?

The Persona SE makes the most sense for someone who wants over-ear Bluetooth headphones for home listening and values ANC, a built-in mic, and extended stated playback. The foldable design and memory-foam cups add practical touches, while the option to switch between standard and noise-canceling modes gives you a clear way to trade noise reduction for battery life.

The main reservation is fit and carry comfort: the adjustable band and padded cups suggest some flexibility, but there are no dimensions or weight listed. You can’t judge how they’ll sit on your head or pack from the available details without that measurement. Choose them if their feature mix matches your routine, look for a product with published fit details if those are essential to your decision.