Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 are a fantastic pair of over-ear headphones that combine the best design elements of their predecessors, while levelling up the sonic and ANC capabilities of what came before. With super-clean touch controls, an ultra-comfy fit and a ton of features at your disposal, there’s a lot to love about these headphones – though they're a little bulky maybe.
For
- Class-leading ANC
- Excellent audio quality
- Highly intuitive touch controls
Against
- Slightly bulkier look than the Bose
- Also bulkier case
- No Snapdragon Sound/aptX support
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones aren’t cheap, but from the moment you start using them, they feel worth every penny. The sound quality is electrifying, and the noise cancellation swallows you into a black hole of silence. They're also comfortable and come with good smart features, though not as many as Sony offers. It's a shame about the sub-par battery life, too.
For
- Fantastic, detailed sound
- Also-excellent ANC
- Comfortable and compact
Against
- Weak 24-hour battery life
- Some will prefer a more neutral sound
- Sony's ANC is better
