What You Need to Know
Eksa positions the EKSA Fenrir S Gaming Headset as a affordable gaming headsets, asking $39.99. After 271 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.1 stars. We've ranked it #46 out of 58 in this category. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
On the Head
Headsets live or die on long-session comfort. Most users find them comfortable, though glasses-wearers and those with larger heads sometimes report pressure after a couple of hours.
Worth noting on the EKSA Fenrir S Gaming Headset specifically - reviews repeatedly flag "Detachable mic" as a standout.
The Numbers
- Brand: Eksa
- Price: $39.99 (slightly above the $36.05 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.1 of 5.0
- Reviews: 271
- Category rank: #46 of 58 in gaming headsets under $50
- Cheaper in category: 38 products
- Higher-rated in category: 54 products
- More-reviewed in category: 42 products
From the Reviews
A 4.1-star average from 271 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- Detachable mic
- 7.1 surround
- Comfortable earcups
Common complaints:
- Wired only
- Limited color options
The Field Around It
At $39.99, the EKSA Fenrir S Gaming Headset sits slightly above the $36.05 category average. 38 options are cheaper and 19 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Turtle Beach Recon 50 Headset ($27.99, 4.4★, 106,702 reviews). It's $12.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Higher-rated options in this category:
- SKAPENDY Wireless Gaming Headset - $28.49, 5.0★ (31 reviews) · Better on both axes
- COOLV Wireless Gaming Headset - $35.99, 5.0★ (23 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Gtheos 2.4GHz Wireless Headset - $49.99, 4.9★ (31 reviews) · Higher rated
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the SKAPENDY Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.0★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the Kikc V1 Gaming Headset at $13.96.
Should You Buy It?
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (detachable mic or 7.1 surround), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Detachable mic
- 7.1 surround
- Comfortable earcups
Cons:
- Wired only
- Limited color options
Bottom Line
6.7/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.