Sony WF1000XM4/S
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Sony WF1000XM4/S
The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Sound quality and noise cancellation are praised, but battery issues and fit problems are common complaints. Some users experienced severe battery drain and charging inconsistencies, while others found the earbuds uncomfortable or had connectivity issues with PCs. A few reviews mention earwax on refurbished units and wrong color delivery.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Comfortable fit for some
- Useful tap controls
Cons
- Battery drain issues
- Charging inconsistencies
- Uncomfortable for some
- Poor PC connectivity
- Earwax on refurbished units
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF1000XM4/S | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.13 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 6 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF1000XM4/S
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sony WF1000XM4/S
No current pricing available
SoundPEATS H3
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 25 specs.
