Sony WF-C710N vs WF-C700N: which five-star budget wireless earbuds are the better buy?

Sony WF-C710N vs Sony WF-C700N.

Sony WF-C710N

Bluetooth 5.3

Battery life 8.5 hours (BT + ANC), 30 hours (total)

Noise Cancelling? Yes

Codecs supported SBC, AAC

Weight 5.4g (each)

Verdict: Sony’s knack for producing brilliant budget wireless earbuds continues with the WF-C710N. They’re comfortable, capable noise-cancellers that deliver a grown-up performance, and great features for not a huge amount of money. Unless you're on a very tight budget, this is the pair to go for.

For

• Fulsome, controlled bass
• Great sense of musicality
• Clear, detailed and dynamic with it
• Better ANC and battery life than WF-C700N

Against

• Case and earbuds are bulkier than before
• No aptX or LDAC support
• Controls could be more customisable

Sony WF-C700N

Bluetooth 5.2

Battery life 7.5hrs (BT + ANC), 15hrs (total)

Noise Cancelling? Yes

Codecs supported AAC, SBC

Weight 4.6g (each)

Verdict: Sony's budget wireless buds blend confident sound with a great fit, easy usability and a good array of features. The new model is better in virtually all areas, but there's plenty of value to be had in the older pair, given the deals available online.

For

• Very comfortable fit
• Refined presentation for the money
• Detailed, dynamic and musical sound
• Nice to use

Against

• Total battery life lags behind rivals
• No auto start/stop
• No aptX or LDAC support