Baseus Bass BH1 NC
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Baseus Bass BH1 NC
The Baseus BH1 NC headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value, offering premium features like active noise cancellation, LDAC codec support, and a comfortable fit at a budget price. Users highlight the balanced sound with punchy bass, effective ANC, and a user-friendly app, though some note the lack of a 3.5mm jack and a slightly tight fit for larger heads. Overall, they are considered a steal for the price, with minor drawbacks like lower volume compared to competitors and no carrying case.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Balanced sound with punchy bass
- Comfortable fit for most head sizes
- User-friendly app with widgets
Cons
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- Slightly tight fit for larger heads
- Lower volume compared to competitors
- No carrying case included
- Bass can feel artificially boosted on default EQ
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones deliver impressive noise cancellation and powerful bass via the ULT button, with many users praising the long battery life and comfortable fit. Sound quality improves significantly after using the companion app to customize the EQ, though some find the default sound muddy and the ULT bass boost overwhelming. A few long-term users report scratchy audio after two years, and the headphones are noted as bulky for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Powerful bass with ULT button
- Long battery life (up to 30 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound is muddy without EQ
- ULT bass boost can be overwhelming
- Bulky design for some users
- Scratchy audio reported after 2 years
- Not ideal for gym use (fall off)
Scores
Specifications
| Baseus Bass BH1 NC | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | breathable headband lining | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.1666666716337204 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes of quick charge gives you 10 hours of playtime | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | Smart App Control | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Baseus Bass BH1 NC
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong mic (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Baseus Bass BH1 NC offers 3.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 38 specs.
