Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
The Avantree Quartet wireless headphone system is highly praised for its easy setup, multi-user functionality, and clear audio. Users love being able to watch TV at their own volume without disturbing others, and the range and battery life are generally good. Some find the headphones a bit tight or uncomfortable for long wear, and the lack of included power adapters and a charging station are common complaints. Overall, it's a solid solution for shared TV listening.
Pros
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Multi-user independent volume control
- Clear audio with low latency
- Good wireless range (up to 100 ft)
- Long battery life (approx. 20 hours)
Cons
- Tight fit for some users
- No power adapters included
- No charging station included
- Short charging cable
- No auto-off feature
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Avantree Quartet 2 - Wireless Group Listening Headphones & Transmitter for TV, Church, Classroom, Silent Discos, Plug & Play, 2.4GHz Expandable Multi-Headphone System with Low Latency & Clear Voice |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Avantree Quartet 2 WSHT-5049
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average battery (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 39 specs.
