Sound and everyday tech, tested by people who use it

We sell a short list of headphones, speakers, watches and desk gear, and every piece spends a month with us before it reaches the shop.

Hertz began in a small Lisbon flat with three pairs of headphones and a long list of things we wished they did better.

Our promise

What we care about

Fewer, better things, and honest advice about which one fits you.

We live with every product before we sell it.

On everything, repaired or replaced.

Use it, and send it back if it is not for you.

Seven days a week, by chat and email.

Sound engineers, gadget testers and the people who answer your emails.

Founder

Mixed records for ten years before he started choosing headphones for a living.

Head of testing

Runs every battery down twice and drops every case once.

Customer care

Answers your questions, usually within the hour.