BASN SPM-Brown
Sony WF-1000XM5
What Buyers Say
BASN SPM-Brown
The BASN in-ear monitors receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional value at a low price point. Users praise the comfortable fit, clear sound with good bass, and suitability for musicians and church use. A few negative reviews mention issues with sound quality and durability, but the majority find them a worthy alternative to more expensive brands.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound with good bass
- Great for musicians and church use
- Good alternative to expensive brands
Cons
- Left side stopped working for one user
- Sound quality not audiophile grade
- Heavy in ear for some
- White silicone tips not preferred
Sony WF-1000XM5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, making them great for travel and workouts. However, a significant number of complaints focus on Bluetooth connectivity issues, poor ANC compared to previous models, and fit problems that cause discomfort or earbuds falling out. Battery life and case charging also draw criticism, with some users experiencing defects. Overall, while the audio performance is often lauded, reliability and fit concerns prevent a higher rating.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable app
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Poor ANC compared to previous models
- Fit problems causing discomfort
- Earbuds fall out easily
- Case battery drains quickly
Scores
Specifications
| BASN SPM-Brown | Sony WF-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | Rounded tips | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 8.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | HiFi Stereo, Noise Cancellation | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony Headphone Connect App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
BASN SPM-Brown
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
BASN SPM-Brown offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 40 specs.
