Sony WF-C700N
Apple V100BK
What Buyers Say
Sony WF-C700N
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for the price, but a significant number report issues with fit, connectivity, and durability, with some experiencing failures within months. The microphone quality on calls is a common complaint, and the mandatory app setup frustrates some. Overall, it's a budget-friendly option with solid audio but inconsistent reliability.
Pros
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality on calls
- Fit issues for some users
- Connectivity problems
- Durability concerns
- Mandatory app installation
Apple V100BK
These wired earbuds are generally well-liked for their sound quality, comfort, and direct iPhone compatibility without an adapter. However, several users report durability issues, with the cable breaking or the earbuds stopping working after a few weeks. The microphone can also be finicky during calls, requiring careful positioning.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Direct iPhone compatibility
- Affordable price
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Fragile cable prone to breaking
- Stops working after short period
- Microphone requires precise positioning
- Treble may be too high for some
- Button controls differ from Apple stock
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | Apple V100BK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | 3 size silicone gels |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 5 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 70 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Thore iPhone Earbuds with Lightning Connector MFi Certified by Apple Earphones (V100) Wired in-Ear Headphones with Volume Control & Mic for iPhone X, XS, XR, 11, 12, 13, 14 Pro Max (White Silver) |
| Surround | SONY WFC700N/G Headphones (Refreshed) | SONY | WF-C700N/G | In-Ear | 1.0000 | July 06, 2023 | With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat wont stop these headphones | Turn off your surroundings with Noise | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-C700N
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
Apple V100BK
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 36 specs.