Sony WH-1000XM6
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
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
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
The Avantree Quartet wireless headphone system is highly praised for its easy setup, multi-user functionality, and clear audio. Users love being able to watch TV at their own volume without disturbing others, and the range and battery life are generally good. Some find the headphones a bit tight or uncomfortable for long wear, and the lack of included power adapters and a charging station are common complaints. Overall, it's a solid solution for shared TV listening.
Pros
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Multi-user independent volume control
- Clear audio with low latency
- Good wireless range (up to 100 ft)
- Long battery life (approx. 20 hours)
Cons
- Tight fit for some users
- No power adapters included
- No charging station included
- Short charging cable
- No auto-off feature
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | — |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Avantree Quartet 2 - Wireless Group Listening Headphones & Transmitter for TV, Church, Classroom, Silent Discos, Plug & Play, 2.4GHz Expandable Multi-Headphone System with Low Latency & Clear Voice |
| 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 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| 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)
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average battery (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM6 offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 41 specs.
