Sennheiser HDB 630
Sonos Ace
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser HDB 630
The Sennheiser HDB 630 headphones are praised for their exceptional sound quality, delivering a clean, neutral, and detailed audio experience that rivals wired audiophile setups. Users highlight excellent comfort for long sessions, impressive battery life, and useful features like parametric EQ and crossfeed. While the ANC is decent but not class-leading, and the touch controls can be finicky, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a top choice for serious listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent comfort for long sessions
- Impressive battery life
- Useful parametric EQ and crossfeed
- Good build quality
Cons
- ANC not class-leading
- Touch controls can be finicky
- Plasticky build feel
- Plain aesthetics
- Double-tap ANC/transparency UX issue
Sonos Ace
The Sonos Ace headphones receive largely positive feedback, with users praising their premium build, comfort, and excellent sound quality, especially for TV audio swap with Sonos soundbars and Dolby Atmos. Noise cancellation is often described as outstanding, though a few users find it too strong or not effective enough in certain situations. Common criticisms include the high price, limited app customization, and occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues. Overall, they are highly recommended for Sonos ecosystem owners, but some users note they may not suit everyone's taste for music or fit.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Premium build and comfort
- Strong noise cancellation
- Seamless TV audio swap
- Long battery life
Cons
- High price
- Limited app customization
- Occasional Bluetooth issues
- Weak bass for some
- Bulky carrying case
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HDB 630 | Sonos Ace | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leatherette | memory foam |
| Headband | Japanese leatherette | stainless steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 480 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | Sonos Ace Wireless Active Noise Canceling Over-Ear Headphones with Arc Premium Smart Soundbar, Black |
| Surround | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | 3 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus | Sonos app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
Sonos Ace
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser HDB 630 offers 4.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
