Tiinlab Corporation SonoFlow SE HQ31
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Tiinlab Corporation SonoFlow SE HQ31
The 1More SonoFlow SE HQ31 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent noise cancellation, long battery life, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the easy Bluetooth pairing and balanced sound quality, though some note the bass could be stronger and the ANC is not top-tier. A few negative reviews mention issues with multipoint connectivity and scratchy sounds when bumped, but overall the value for money is highly praised.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Balanced sound quality
Cons
- Weak bass performance
- ANC not top-tier
- Multipoint connectivity issues
- Scratchy sounds when bumped
- No storage case included
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones deliver exceptional sound quality with crisp, detailed audio and a spacious soundstage that rivals wired headphones. Build quality is premium with Nappa leather and aluminum, though the ANC is good but not class-leading like Bose or Sony. Comfort is generally praised, but some users find the headband pressure and weight an issue for long sessions. Overall, these are considered top-tier wireless headphones for audiophiles willing to invest in superior sound.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and clarity
- Premium build with Nappa leather and aluminum
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- Excellent instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life with quick charge
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband pressure and weight for some users
- Controls placement can be awkward
- Bass not as punchy as competitors for some
Scores
Specifications
| Tiinlab Corporation SonoFlow SE HQ31 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.43 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | 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 | hybrid | 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 | 90 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute charge gives you 5 hours of listening | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | Preset EQ Via App | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Tiinlab Corporation SonoFlow SE HQ31
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.