Sony WH-1000XM6
Apple V200
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
Apple V200
These over-ear headphones are praised for their excellent sound quality, strong bass, and comfort, especially for use with iPhones via the included Lightning cable. Many users appreciate the versatility of having both Lightning and 3.5mm/1/4-inch connections. However, a recurring issue is that the Lightning connector can be loose, causing audio flickering, and some find the fit too tight or the build quality less sturdy. Overall, they offer great value for the price, with sound that rivals more expensive brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong bass response
- Comfortable over-ear fit
- Versatile Lightning and 3.5mm/1/4-inch connections
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Loose Lightning connector
- Tight fit for some users
- Build quality could be sturdier
- Cable fit not snug enough
- Heavier than some alternatives
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Apple V200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | padded ear cushions |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 50 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | Lightning |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2200000286102295 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | — |
| 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)
Apple V200
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM6
Apple V200
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 41 specs.
