Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
AILIHEN MS300
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
AILIHEN MS300
These headphones are praised for their attractive design, comfort, and durability, with many users noting good sound quality for the price. However, some reviewers mention average noise cancellation, an overly long cord, and a straight plug that can be inconvenient. Overall, they are seen as a solid budget-friendly option, especially for kids or casual use.
Pros
- Attractive design and colors
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Durable build quality
- Good sound for the price
- Foldable for easy storage
Cons
- Average noise cancellation
- Overly long cord
- Straight plug can be inconvenient
- Size may be too large for smaller heads
- Collapsing feature may wear over time
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | AILIHEN MS300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Freq Max | 24 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive | AILIHEN Kids Headphones for School Boys, Headphones with Microphone for Chromebook Laptop Computer Smartphone, 3.5mm Foldable Lightweight Headset for Teen Teenager (Lime Green) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | proprietary active noise cancellation | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
AILIHEN MS300
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
AILIHEN MS300 offers 15.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 30 specs.
