Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
OneOdio Focus A5
What Buyers Say
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones deliver impressive noise cancellation and powerful bass via the ULT button, with many users praising the long battery life and comfortable fit. Sound quality improves significantly after using the companion app to customize the EQ, though some find the default sound muddy and the ULT bass boost overwhelming. A few long-term users report scratchy audio after two years, and the headphones are noted as bulky for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Powerful bass with ULT button
- Long battery life (up to 30 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound is muddy without EQ
- ULT bass boost can be overwhelming
- Bulky design for some users
- Scratchy audio reported after 2 years
- Not ideal for gym use (fall off)
OneOdio Focus A5
The OneOdio Focus A5 headphones are widely praised for their excellent value, comfort, and impressive battery life. Users highlight the good sound quality, especially after EQ adjustment, and effective noise cancellation for the price. Some note the ANC could be better and a few wish for a power indicator light, but overall these are seen as a solid budget-friendly option.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable for long use
- Impressive battery life
- Good sound quality with EQ
- Effective noise cancellation for price
Cons
- ANC could be better
- No power indicator light
- No carrying case included
- Bass could be more present
- Power button not easy to use
Scores
Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | OneOdio Focus A5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | protein leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 75 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | 10 min for 10 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
OneOdio Focus A5
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong comfort (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
OneOdio Focus A5 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 37 specs.
