OneOdio Focus A10
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
OneOdio Focus A10
The OneOdio headphones are praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation, especially given the affordable price. However, several users report significant microphone issues during calls, with static and poor clarity making them unsuitable for meetings. The battery life and included carrying case are also highlighted as strong positives.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Great battery life
- Affordable price
Cons
- Microphone static on calls
- Poor microphone clarity for meetings
- Transparency mode too loud
- Ambient mode has constant white noise
- ANC only adequate, not exceptional
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)
Scores
Specifications
| OneOdio Focus A10 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Memory Foam | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | adjustable headband | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | With Microphone,Detachable Cable,Active Noice Cancelling | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | 9.800000190734863 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 62 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute quick charge for 2 hours playback | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
OneOdio Focus A10
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong comfort (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong mic (90th percentile)90th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 38 specs.