Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
AILIHEN MS300
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
AILIHEN MS300
These headphones are praised for their attractive design, comfort, and durability, with many users noting good sound quality for the price. However, some reviewers mention average noise cancellation, an overly long cord, and a straight plug that can be inconvenient. Overall, they are seen as a solid budget-friendly option, especially for kids or casual use.
Pros
- Attractive design and colors
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Durable build quality
- Good sound for the price
- Foldable for easy storage
Cons
- Average noise cancellation
- Overly long cord
- Straight plug can be inconvenient
- Size may be too large for smaller heads
- Collapsing feature may wear over time
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | AILIHEN MS300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | AILIHEN Kids Headphones for School Boys, Headphones with Microphone for Chromebook Laptop Computer Smartphone, 3.5mm Foldable Lightweight Headset for Teen Teenager (Lime Green) |
| 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★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | — |
| Charging | 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 | ✗ | — |
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
AILIHEN MS300
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
AILIHEN MS300 offers 9.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 36 specs.
