JBL Tune 670NC
Sonos Ace
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 670NC
Most users love these JBL headphones, praising excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and long battery life—many report great value for the price. One reviewer had a defective unit with no sound in one ear. A few users appreciate the easy controls, foldable design, and app connectivity. Overall, sentiment is strongly positive with a minor quality control concern.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for price
Cons
- Potential defective unit (no sound in one ear)
- No answers to Q&A questions
Sonos Ace
The Sonos Ace headphones receive largely positive feedback, with users praising their premium build, comfort, and excellent sound quality, especially for TV audio swap with Sonos soundbars and Dolby Atmos. Noise cancellation is often described as outstanding, though a few users find it too strong or not effective enough in certain situations. Common criticisms include the high price, limited app customization, and occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues. Overall, they are highly recommended for Sonos ecosystem owners, but some users note they may not suit everyone's taste for music or fit.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Premium build and comfort
- Strong noise cancellation
- Seamless TV audio swap
- Long battery life
Cons
- High price
- Limited app customization
- Occasional Bluetooth issues
- Weak bass for some
- Bulky carrying case
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Tune 670NC | Sonos Ace | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft ear cushions | memory foam |
| Headband | padded headband | stainless steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3 | Sonos Ace Wireless Active Noise Canceling Over-Ear Headphones with Arc Premium Smart Soundbar, Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP, HFP 1.8 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2192000150680542 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5min=3hrs | 3 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 690 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | JBL Headphones | Sonos app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 670NC
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Sonos Ace
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
JBL Tune 670NC
Sonos Ace
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.
