Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling
Bose
44 Overall Score
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Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling
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Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
68 out of 100 high confidence 290 reviews
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Build quality 12
Hinge defect 8
Sound quality 15
Noise cancellation 10
Battery life 6
Comfort 8
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Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | thermo-foaming |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Over Ear, Bluetooth 4, Up to 24 Hours Battery Life, Blue Dusk - Limited Edition Color | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Over Ear, Bluetooth 4, Up to 24 Hours Battery Life, Blue Dusk - Limited Edition Color | Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling | Bose | Blu | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 24 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of additional play time | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | Bose Music | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong battery (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
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 (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
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Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.
