Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Dyson OnTrac 759557-01
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
Dyson OnTrac 759557-01
The Dyson OnTrac headphones receive generally positive feedback for their exceptional comfort, impressive sound quality, and effective noise cancellation. Users highlight the comfortable fit, especially for those with glasses or larger heads, and the clear, bass-heavy sound. However, the high price, lack of multipoint Bluetooth, limited EQ customization, and the heavy weight are common criticisms. The automatic play/pause sensor can be finicky for users with small ears.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for glasses wearers
- Excellent sound quality with clear bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable for large heads
- Good build quality
Cons
- High price point
- Heavy weight
- No multipoint Bluetooth support
- Limited EQ customization
- Finicky automatic play/pause sensor
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Dyson OnTrac 759557-01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | microfiber |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 21 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | — |
| 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 | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 55 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 10-minute charge delivers 2.5 hours of extra battery, 30-minute charge delivers 9 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8 | 8 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | hold down for voice commands |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | MyDyson app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
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
Dyson OnTrac 759557-01
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 38 specs.