Sony WH-1000XM6
Jabra Evolve2 65
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 earns praise for its exceptional noise cancellation, clear sound quality, and comfortable fit for many users, with several calling it the best headphones they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious drawbacks: uncomfortable clamping force and shallow earcups causing pain, buggy multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, a fingerprint-prone finish, and disappointing customer service regarding warranty repairs and promised free gifts. While the ANC and audio are top-tier, comfort and reliability issues prevent it from being a universal recommendation.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Clear and detailed sound quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Long battery life
- Foldable design
Cons
- Uncomfortable clamping force
- Shallow earcups causing pain
- Buggy multipoint Bluetooth
- Fingerprint-prone finish
- Poor customer service
Jabra Evolve2 65
The Jabra Evolve2 65 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its excellent call quality, comfort, and compatibility with platforms like Microsoft Teams, while others report issues with Bluetooth pairing, especially on Mac, and find the price too high for the build quality. Some users experienced discomfort after prolonged use, and one reported a broken earpiece after six months. Overall, it's a capable headset with notable drawbacks in connectivity and value.
Pros
- Excellent call quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Good sound quality
- Compatible with Microsoft Teams
- Easy Bluetooth pairing on some devices
Cons
- Bluetooth pairing issues on Mac
- Expensive for build quality
- Uncomfortable for some after prolonged use
- No USB dongle included
- Poor setup instructions
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Jabra Evolve2 65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | memory foam |
| Headband | synthetic leather | cushioned |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | MEMS |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 117 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, HD NC Processor QN3, 12 Microphones, Studio-Quality, New Sandstone Color | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless | Sony | Sa | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7, A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, PBAP 1.1, SSP 1.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10 m | 30 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 8 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Jabra Evolve2 65
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.