IMYB V1
Sony WH-1000XM4
What Buyers Say
IMYB V1
Overall, these headphones are well-liked by parents for their lightweight design, comfort, and value. Most reviews praise their durability for daily school use, though one verified review notes that the plug/cable can develop static or audio dropouts over time. The positive feedback heavily outweighs the single negative, making them a solid choice for young children.
Pros
- Lightweight and flexible design
- Great value for money
- Comfortable for children
- Durable for daily school use
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Cable/plug may develop static or audio dropout over time
- Sound quality could be better for the price
Sony WH-1000XM4
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
Scores
Specifications
| IMYB V1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam, protein leather | foamed urethane |
| Headband | ABS | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 85 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | IMYB V1 Kids Headphones, 85dB Safe Volume for School, Toddler 2-12, Adjustable Foldable Durable Wired Cord, iPad Kindle Tablet Chromebook 3.5mm On-Ear for Boys Girls Teens Travel Plane (Green) | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | industry-leading |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.4900000095367432 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✓★ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
IMYB V1
- Strong comfort (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
IMYB V1 offers 14.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 41 specs.
