Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
These cat ear headphones get mixed reviews. Many users love the comfort, style, and sound quality, but there are significant complaints about build quality, battery life, and false advertising regarding active noise cancellation. The headphones are heavy and the ear muffs can be floppy, and some users report connectivity issues with certain devices.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Great sound quality
- Easy Bluetooth setup
- Long battery life without lights
- Cute and stylish design
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Floppy ear muffs
- False ANC advertising
- Short battery life with lights
- Connectivity issues with some devices
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | protein leather and memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | YOWU Cat Ear Headphones CE, Wired/Wireless Headphones with Seamless Live Sound Experience for PC/PE/Switch, Built-in Mic & Customizable RGB Light Effect for Anime Lovers(White) |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | 7.1 Virtual Surround |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | E-sports Grade |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 48 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.600000023841858 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 1.6 hour fast charging |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| RGB | — | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
- Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong connectivity (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 38 specs.