Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050
What Buyers Say
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
The Sony INZONE Buds receive mixed reviews, with praise for sound quality and battery life but significant criticism for connectivity issues, lack of standard Bluetooth, and poor software support. Many users report interference, pairing problems, and a reliance on a Windows-only app for updates and features. While some find them excellent for PS5 and PC gaming, others experience discomfort, charging failures, and a short lifespan, leading to a polarized sentiment overall.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for some users
- Good for PS5 gaming
- Excellent PC gaming earbuds
Cons
- No standard Bluetooth
- Connectivity interference issues
- Windows-only software for updates
- Poor fitment for some ears
- Pairing problems over time
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) receive mostly positive feedback for their clear, rich sound and comfortable fit. However, a few users report issues with noise cancellation effectiveness, one earbud not fitting snugly, and charging problems. Overall, the majority of reviewers are satisfied, praising the premium quality and sound.
Pros
- clear and crisp sound
- comfortable fit
- premium build quality
- effective noise reduction
- good call quality
Cons
- noise cancelling not effective
- right earbud fit issue
- charging problems
- sudden loud noise pops
Scores
Specifications
| Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | — | 0.08 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 8.399999618530273 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | LC3 | aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | Sony INZONE Buds Wireless Gaming Earbuds, Perfect for PlayStation® 5, for PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile, 48Hr Battery with Case, Noise Canceling, 360 Spatial Sound, 2.4GHz USB-C Dongle, WF-G700N White | Anc an | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | active noise canceling | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | 10 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 24 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 1 Hour | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | 18 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Capacity | 450 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
No current pricing available
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 37 specs.
