Sony WH-1000XM6
Soundcore Space One Pro
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
Soundcore Space One Pro
The Soundcore Space One Pro headphones are highly praised for their excellent sound quality, strong bass, and effective noise cancellation. Users find them comfortable for long wear, with long battery life and good value for the price. Minor criticisms include a desire for a tighter fit and a hard carrying case, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life
Cons
- Tighter fit desired
- No hard case included
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Soundcore Space One Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | slow-rebound foam |
| Headband | synthetic leather | pressure-relieving headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 93 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC |
| 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 | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 5 Minutes for 8 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 350 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Virtual Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | 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)
Soundcore Space One Pro
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Space One Pro offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 43 specs.
