Jabra 24189-999-899
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Jabra 24189-999-899
Users consistently praise the Jabra Evolve2 40 for its exceptional comfort during long wear, effective noise cancellation for calls, and solid build quality. While the wired design and busy light feature are minor drawbacks, the overall value is considered excellent for professional use.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation for calls
- Clear voice transmission
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
Cons
- Wired design can be inconvenient
- Busy light feature not very useful
- Occasional background noise pickup at call start
- Volume may need adjustment in noisy environments
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
| Jabra 24189-999-899 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.19 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | leatherette | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | JABRA EVOLVE2 40 SE USB-C MS | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Jabra Direct | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Jabra 24189-999-899
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (76th 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 (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 38 specs.