SonoFlow HQ51
Sony WH-1000XM4
What Buyers Say
SonoFlow HQ51
The 1MORE SonoFlow Pro headphones are widely praised for their excellent value, offering strong noise cancellation, good sound quality, and impressive battery life at a budget-friendly price. Users highlight the comfortable fit and lightweight design, though some note that the ear cushions can cause discomfort during extended wear and the buttons feel a bit cheap. Overall, they are considered a top choice under $100, outperforming many competitors in their price range.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good sound quality with LDAC support
- Impressive battery life (up to 100 hours)
- Comfortable and lightweight design
Cons
- Ear cushions uncomfortable after long use
- Buttons feel cheap and clicky
- Cannot listen while charging
- Transparency mode has occlusion effect
- ANC not as strong as premium models
Sony WH-1000XM4
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
Scores
Specifications
| SonoFlow HQ51 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | foamed urethane |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | QuietMax dual-feed | industry-leading |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 100 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute charge gives you an extra 10 hours | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
SonoFlow HQ51
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
SonoFlow HQ51
Sony WH-1000XM4
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.
