Sony WH-1000XM6
Perytong PTL01
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
Perytong PTL01
These sleep headphones are widely praised for their comfort, especially for side sleepers, and their ability to block out snoring. Users love the long battery life, stable Bluetooth connectivity, and the fact that the electronics are removable for washing. A few minor complaints include tricky access to the charging port and slightly lower sound quality compared to in-ear buds, but overall they are considered a great value.
Pros
- Very comfortable for side sleeping
- Long battery life
- Stable Bluetooth connectivity
- Removable electronics for washing
- Blocks out snoring
Cons
- Charging port difficult to access
- Sound quality lower than in-ear buds
- Controls hard to use while wearing
- May cause sweating in summer
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Perytong PTL01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.09 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Headband | synthetic leather | spandex and nylon |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | composite |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Perytong Sleep Headphones Wireless, Bluetooth Sports Headband Headphones with Ultra-Thin HD Stereo Speakers Perfect for Sleeping,Workout,Jogging,Yoga,Insomnia, Air Travel, Meditation (Black) |
| 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 | 5.4★ |
| 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★ | 14 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 1-2 hour charge |
| 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 | 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)
Perytong PTL01
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong connectivity (77th percentile)
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Perytong PTL01 offers 12.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
