Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
88 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Beyerdynamic
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
68 out of 100 high confidence 290 reviews
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Build quality 12
Hinge defect 8
Sound quality 15
Noise cancellation 10
Battery life 6
Comfort 8
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | — | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | 15-minute charge for up to 15 hours of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
No current pricing available
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Scores 89 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 42 specs.
