Sony WF-C700N
Promise Translucent CW61-1
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
Promise Translucent CW61-1
Overall, users are quite satisfied with these earbuds, praising the clear sound, strong bass, long battery life, and comfortable fit. However, a few negative points include a flimsy case that can break easily, difficulty removing the earbuds from the case, and lack of auto-off when stored. One user reported a defective unit, and another noted the fit may not work for small ears.
Pros
- Clear sound and strong bass
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for money
- Quick charging
Cons
- Flimsy case that breaks easily
- Difficulty removing earbuds from case
- No auto-off when stored
- Fit may not suit small ears
- Defective unit reported
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | Promise Translucent CW61-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.15 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 13 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Promise Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth5.3 Earphones,40Hrs Play, ENC Noise Cancelling Mic,13mm Deep Bass,Remote Control for TikTok,YouTube Shorts Like,Smart Phone Laptop Computer Sports Headphones(Black) |
| 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 | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| 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
Promise Translucent CW61-1
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Promise Translucent CW61-1 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 35 specs.
