Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
vibeadio E11
What Buyers Say
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)
vibeadio E11
These budget headphones deliver surprisingly good sound quality and noise cancellation that rivals much pricier brands like Sony and Bose. Users praise the fast USB-C charging, long battery life (around 30 hours), and comfortable fit for extended wear. Minor drawbacks include a mediocre transparency mode that sounds "underwater," non-foldable design, and snug fit that may bother glasses wearers. Overall, reviewers feel the value is exceptional, with many saying they would buy again without hesitation.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Surprisingly good sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Fast USB-C charging
- Long battery life (~30 hours)
Cons
- Mediocre transparency mode
- Non-foldable design
- Snug fit may bother glasses wearers
- Buttons not ideal for skipping tracks
- No silicone cover for charge port
Scores
Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | vibeadio E11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | high-grade protein |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | Upgrade Pro‑level Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones with HD Sound, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Over The Ear Unequaled Comfort, Vivid Deep Bass, for Home Office Travel Birthday Gift, Black |
| Surround | — | Upgrade Pro‑level Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones with HD Sound, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Over The Ear Unequaled Comfort, Vivid Deep Bass, for Home Office Travel Birthday Gift, Black | |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
vibeadio E11
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 38 specs.