Sony WH-1000XM6
Sonitum PC01
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 earns praise for its exceptional noise cancellation, clear sound quality, and comfortable fit for many users, with several calling it the best headphones they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious drawbacks: uncomfortable clamping force and shallow earcups causing pain, buggy multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, a fingerprint-prone finish, and disappointing customer service regarding warranty repairs and promised free gifts. While the ANC and audio are top-tier, comfort and reliability issues prevent it from being a universal recommendation.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Clear and detailed sound quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Long battery life
- Foldable design
Cons
- Uncomfortable clamping force
- Shallow earcups causing pain
- Buggy multipoint Bluetooth
- Fingerprint-prone finish
- Poor customer service
Sonitum PC01
The Sonitum headset is widely praised for its comfort, clear sound, and effective noise cancellation at an affordable price. Many users find it perfect for work-from-home setups and school use, with a lightweight design that allows for long wear. However, some reviewers note that the ear cups are small, the microphone can be too far from the mouth, and there is no on-headset volume control. Durability concerns were raised by a few, with one unit failing after 2.5 years.
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Clear sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Affordable price
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Small ear cups
- Microphone too far from mouth
- No on-headset volume control
- Durability concerns over time
- Flimsy build feel
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Sonitum PC01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.10 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | cushioned ear pads |
| Headband | synthetic leather | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 30 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Sonitum Headset with Microphone - Noise Canceling Computer Headset for Office, Meetings, Chat- Comfortable Over-Ear PC Headphones with Rotating Mic- 3.5 Jack for Universal Connectivity (1 Pack) |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, HD NC Processor QN3, 12 Microphones, Studio-Quality, New Sandstone Color | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless | Sony | Sa | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Sonitum PC01
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 41 specs.