Sennheiser HD 280 Pro
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro
The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones are highly praised for their exceptional sound quality, durability, and value for money. Users highlight their neutral, true-to-sound audio reproduction and effective passive noise isolation, making them ideal for studio monitoring and critical listening. Some reviewers note that the headphones can be uncomfortably tight initially and that the ear pad coverings may peel over time, but overall, they are considered a reliable choice for both professional and home use.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Neutral and true-to-sound audio
- Effective passive noise isolation
- Durable build quality
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Tight fit initially
- Ear pad covering may peel
- Slightly heavy
- Can hear sound outside
- Cord bundled may not fit
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HD 280 Pro | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | soft earpads | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | headband padding | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 8 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 25 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 64 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 113 dB★ | 110 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sennheiser HD 280 Pro Circumaural Closed-Back Monitor Headphones, w/Stand, Black | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 39 specs.
