Sonos Ace
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
What Buyers Say
Sonos Ace
The Sonos Ace headphones are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, strong noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, especially within the Sonos ecosystem. Users love the TV Audio Swap feature and long battery life, but some find them expensive, with limited EQ customization and occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues. Overall, they are seen as premium headphones ideal for movies, travel, and late-night listening, though not the best for bass-heavy music.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Seamless Sonos integration
Cons
- Expensive price
- Limited EQ customization
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Bass lacks punch
- Setup can be difficult
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
The B&W PX7 S3 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, with many users praising the balanced bass, clear highs, and overall audio performance. Several reviewers switched from Bose or Sony models and found the PX7 S3 superior, particularly in bass response. However, a few concerns were raised about comfort during extended wear, with one user experiencing headband pressure and ear cup discomfort after about 90 minutes. Build quality and battery life are also highlighted as strong points, though the companion app and occasional connectivity blips were noted as minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Balanced bass and clear highs
- Superior to Bose and Sony
- Good build quality
- Long battery life
Cons
- Uncomfortable after 90 minutes
- Headband pressure point
- Ear cups push into ears
- Companion app could be better
- Occasional connectivity blips
Scores
Specifications
| Sonos Ace | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | Stainless steel | fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 33 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Over-Ear Headphones, High-Resolution Sound, Comfortable Fit, Bluetooth, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, 30-Hour Playtime, Quick Charge Support, Indigo Blue | Bower |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | world-class | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 3 Hours | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8 | 8 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Other | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sonos app | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sonos Ace
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (6th percentile)6th %ile
Pricing
Sonos Ace offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 41 specs.
