Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
The Plantronics Blackwire 3200 series headset receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its comfort, lightweight design, and clear sound for calls, a significant number report durability issues, with some units failing within weeks. A major recurring complaint is the inability to disable the mute/unmute tones that are audible to everyone on the call, which renders the mute button unusable for many. Sound quality inconsistencies, such as intermittent bass loss, and poor performance in noisy environments are also frequently mentioned.
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Lightweight design
- Clear sound for calls
- Good microphone quality
- Versatile connectivity (USB and 3.5mm)
Cons
- Mute/unmute tones cannot be disabled
- Durability issues, failures within weeks
- Sound quality inconsistency (bass loss)
- Poor performance in noisy environments
- Low volume even at max setting
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
| Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.10 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | metal | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.5240000486373901 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 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 | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Plantronics Hub | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
- Strong comfort (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average social proof (23rd percentile)
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
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 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 38 specs.