Sony
WH-1000XM6
Bluetooth: 5.3
Codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Noise cancelling? Yes
Battery Life: 30 hours
Finishes: x 3
Weight: 254g
Simply some of the best headphones you can get at this price, the WH-1000XM6 combine a wonderful sound with excellent noise cancellation and a secure, comfortable fit. If you’ve got the cash, you won’t regret spending it on these wireless over-ears.
Pros
- Wonderfully detailed, spacious and musical sound
- Great sense of dynamism
- Effective ANC with a natural, subtle effect
- Comfortable, foldable design
Cons
- No wired audio listening via USB-C
- Don’t fold away as neatly in the case
Bose
QC Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Bluetooth: 5.4
Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Noise cancelling? Yes
Battery life: 30 hours
Finishes: x 5
Weight: 250g
Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) offer significant improvements over the first generation, particularly in terms of sound quality. They offer superb noise cancellation and a comfortable build – but the Sony XM6 remains a class leader at this premium price.
Pros
- Punchy, enjoyable sound
- Improved clarity and detail over previous generation
- Excellent noise-cancelling quality
- Compact, comfortable, foldable design
Cons
- Sony has better all-round sound quality
- ANC effect is more obvious than Sony’s
- Slightly more expensive option of the two
