YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
These cat ear headphones get mixed reviews. Many users love the comfort, style, and sound quality, but there are significant complaints about build quality, battery life, and false advertising regarding active noise cancellation. The headphones are heavy and the ear muffs can be floppy, and some users report connectivity issues with certain devices.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Great sound quality
- Easy Bluetooth setup
- Long battery life without lights
- Cute and stylish design
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Floppy ear muffs
- False ANC advertising
- Short battery life with lights
- Connectivity issues with some devices
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
| YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather and memory foam | thermo-foaming |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | YOWU Cat Ear Headphones CE, Wired/Wireless Headphones with Seamless Live Sound Experience for PC/PE/Switch, Built-in Mic & Customizable RGB Light Effect for Anime Lovers(White) | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | E-sports Grade | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 48 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.600000023841858 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 1.6 hour fast charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | 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 | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
YOWU Cat Ear Headphones MODEL-Z
- Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong connectivity (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (34th 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 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 40 specs.
