Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
89 Overall Score
vs
Skullcandy Icon S2DTW
Skullcandy
66 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
68 out of 100 high confidence 290 reviews
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
Build quality 12
Hinge defect 8
Sound quality 15
Noise cancellation 10
Battery life 6
Comfort 8
Skullcandy Icon S2DTW
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Skullcandy Icon S2DTW | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.14 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | PU |
| Headband | — | PU |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Passive Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.3499999940395355 m |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs★ | 4 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Skullcandy App |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
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
Skullcandy Icon S2DTW
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B0.039score per dollar
vs
Skullcandy Icon S2DTW0.060score per dollar
Skullcandy Icon S2DTW offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.
