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Product Strengths
- Very comfortable and lightweight (4.6 grams per bud), making them ideal for running, cycling, and gym activities
- Good sound quality for the price, especially in the mid to high frequency range, providing crisp, clean vocal performance and great detail
- Impressive battery life, with up to 11 hours of playback on a single charge
- Supports Bluetooth Multipoint, allowing simultaneous connection to two devices
- Includes ambient passthrough mode, allowing users to hear their surroundings
Product Considerations
- Does not have Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
- Lacks high-resolution Bluetooth codec support (only AAC and SBC)
- Charging case has a low battery capacity, providing one additional charge
- Physical buttons require pushing the earbuds into the ears, which can be uncomfortable for some
- Some reviewers feel the plastic quality is not up to Sony's brand name standards
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs. Sony WF-C500: The WF-C510 sounds much better, with more noticeable bass, clearer highs, and a more balanced sound
- Vs. Sony WF-C700N: The WF-C510 sounds a bit better, or at least comparable, and is less expensive, effectively being a WF-C700N without noise cancelling
- Vs. Sony WF-1000XM4: The WF-1000XM4 offers better bass, depth, clarity, and soundstage, but the WF-C510 is more compact and a good value for the price
- Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE: The WF-C510 has much better battery life (11h vs 5.5h), but the Samsung counterpart offers better calls and ANC
Takeaway: The Sony WF-C510 earbuds are a solid, affordable option that provides good sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. They are perfect for everyday use and offer a user-friendly experience.
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Features
Specifications
- Battery Life: Up to 11 hours (earbuds) + 11 hours (charging case)
- Total Battery Life: 22 hours with charging case
- Bluetooth Multipoint Connection: Yes
Description
Compact and lightweight for comfort all day long. Up to 11 hours of battery life, with up to another 11 hours in the charging case. Multipoint Connection lets you pair to two Bluetooth® devices simultaneously.
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- Description: Offers active noise cancellation and wireless operation with a design that emphasizes ease of use and portability. The simpler technology and affordable build cater to users with modest budgets and daily commuting needs.
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- Positioning: A mid-tier wireless headphone combining advanced noise control with a streamlined design.
- Description: Features smart sensor integration and enhanced digital noise cancellation that adapts to ambient conditions, ensuring a balanced sound profile in varied settings. Compared to the CH720N and XM5 models, it strikes a middle ground by offering improved connectivity and performance.
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- Positioning: A premium flagship wireless headphone known for top-notch noise cancellation and sound accuracy.
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- Positioning: A professional-grade headphone designed for high-fidelity listening and studio applications.
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- Positioning: A high-end audiophile headphone that emphasizes superior build materials and uncompromising sound quality.
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1946
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Noble
FoKus Apollo
649
649
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10
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Noble is a hifi audio brand built around founder Dr. John "Wizard" Moulton, an audiologist renowned for hand-carving custom earphones from exotic materials like wood, carbon fiber, and aluminum instead of standard acrylic, with each ear requiring up to 30 hours to complete. The brand distinguishes itself by using bone conduction drivers across multiple models and bringing rare metallurgical techniques like Japanese Mokume-Gane and titanium Damascus to earphone faceplates.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent passive noise isolation, better than many headphones with ANC enabled, creating a quiet noise floor.
- Good build quality with quality materials like anodized aluminum, Alcantara headband, and protein leather pads.
- Supports a wide variety of Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, and SBC, offering versatility in device compatibility.
- Strong battery life, rated up to 80 hours without ANC and 60 hours with ANC, making it suitable for travel and extended use.
- Powerful, textured, and nuanced bass is a standout feature.
Product Considerations
- The included carrying case is bulky and may not be ideal for travel, taking up significant space in a bag.
- Comfort is not great for everyone, with some users experiencing hotspots on the headband during extended use.
- With ANC on, some users have noted the bass can become boomy with a reduction in sub bass.
- Treble transparency mode is not as good as other models.
- The headphone may clip the sound when ANC is on and the user hits bumpy roads or takes a harder step.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Audeze Maxwell: The Apollo has a latency issue.
- Vs Focal Bathys: The Apollo has a more engaging, punchy, and emotional sound, also it has more features and tech, but the Transparency mode of the Bathys is better.
- Vs Apple AirPods Max: The Apollo offers superior sound quality with better clarity, speed, separation, and refined dynamics compared to the AirPods Max.
Takeaway: The Noble FoKus Apollo is a well-built wireless headphone with a strong battery life and great bass performance, making it an enjoyable choice for those who prioritize powerful sound and noise isolation. It offers a versatile listening experience with a range of connectivity options and a comfortable design.
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Noble is a hifi audio brand built around founder Dr. John "Wizard" Moulton, an audiologist renowned for hand-carving custom earphones from exotic materials like wood, carbon fiber, and aluminum instead of standard acrylic, with each ear requiring up to 30 hours to complete. The brand distinguishes itself by using bone conduction drivers across multiple models and bringing rare metallurgical techniques like Japanese Mokume-Gane and titanium Damascus to earphone faceplates.
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Beoplay Eleven
599
599
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Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Product Strengths
- Luxury design and premium build quality with aluminum accents.
- Balanced and detailed sound with customizable EQ settings via the Bang & Olufsen app.
- Good active noise cancellation and transparency mode for immersive listening, and awareness.
- Bluetooth 5.2 ensures fast and stable pairing.
Product Considerations
- Expensive compared to other premium earbuds, like AirPods Pro.
- ANC is good, but not best-in-class compared to Sony or other brands.
- Fit might not be perfect for everyone, as the earbuds are slightly on the larger side.
- Touch controls can be sensitive, and may require getting used to.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs AirPods Pro: Beoplay 11 has a bigger case.
- Vs Sony WF-1000XM4/XM5: Holds its own in terms of sound quality and ANC, but the Sony models might be a slightly lower price.
Takeaway: The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay 11 earbuds are a stylish and luxurious option that provide great sound and noise cancelling. Those who value design and quality may find these earbuds to be a very good pick.
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Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Sony
WF-C700N
78
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Released
2023
Noise canceling technology to immerse yourself in music. Experience all-day comfort with our ergonomic surface designed earbuds. Unleash exceptional sound for a captivating listening experience.
Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Product Strengths
- Impressive noise cancelling, on par with the more expensive LinkBuds S
- Good sound quality, especially after EQ adjustments in the Sony Headphones Connect app
- The Sony Headphones Connect app is excellent and allows for a lot of customization
- Decent mic quality for phone calls in quiet environments
- Comfortable and lightweight design, and small size
Product Considerations
- The active noise cancelling (ANC) is not effective, and barely noticeable
- Battery life takes a hit because of the noise cancelling, and the case only provides one additional charge
- Build is plasticky, and the case feels cheap
- Lacks features like wireless charging, in-ear wear detection, and Speak-to-Chat
- Sound quality is bassy out of the box, and treble response is restrained, some might find the sound dull
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The WF-C700N is a step up from the WF-C500, with active noise cancelling (ANC)
- The WF-C700N has comparable noise cancelling and sound quality to the LinkBuds S at a lower price
- The WF-C700N has less effective noise cancelling than the WF-1000XM4/XM5, whose noise cancelling and isolation performance is in a different class and handily reduces plane and bus engines well, alongside chatter and clinking glasses
- The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC outperform the WF-C700N for ANC
- The Sony WF-C700N has multi-device pairing, which the Beats cannot do, and more control via the Sony app with a comprehensive equalizer
- Voices sound more refined and dynamic coming through the Sony WF-C700N, in comparison to the JBL Live Pro 2 TWS
Takeaway: The Sony WF-C700N earbuds are a good value for people who want noise cancelling and good sound without paying a lot. The app is great and helps users make the earbuds sound just how they like them.
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Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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WF-1000XM5
329
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Released
2023
The best truly wireless noise canceling headphones on the market. Astonishing sound quality with High-Resolution Audio. Sony's best ever call quality with AI based noise reduction algorithm and bone conduction sensor.
Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent active noise canceling (ANC) performance, considered among the best in the market
- Good sound quality with clarity, detail, soundstaging, bass impact, and extension, reviewers find the sound rich and detailed, especially with the LDAC codec
- Smaller and lighter design compared to previous models, like the XM4, leading to improved comfort
- Good battery life, with around 8 hours of playback with ANC on, and 24 hours total with the charging case
- Sony Headphones Connect app offers extensive customization options for sound and features
Product Considerations
- The glossy finish can make the buds slippery
- Some reviewers find taking the earbuds out of the case a bit awkward due to the glossy sides
- Volume control via repeated tapping can be uncomfortable
- The case is prone to scuffs
- Some users may find the default sound too bassy
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs. AirPods Pro 2: WF-1000XM5 reduces noise better
- Vs. AirPods Pro 2: WF-1000XM5 has more comprehensive software controls
- Vs. AirPods Pro 2: AirPods Pro 2 have a more comfortable fit
- Vs. Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4: Sennheiser offers superior sound quality
- Vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2: Bose has slightly better noise cancelling
- Vs. WF-1000XM4: XM5 has improved sound quality with a wider soundstage
Takeaway: The WF-1000XM5 earbuds are a good choice for those who want great sound and top-notch noise canceling in a comfortable, smaller package. They are packed with features and offer a lot of customization, so users can enjoy their music in peace.
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Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Sony
WF-C710N
129
/
Released
2025
WF-C710N Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds are the ultimate everyday audio essential with optimal noise canceling abilities. Enjoy all-day comfort with up to 8.5 hours on headphones and up to 21.5 hours in the case. Crystal-clear calls with voice pickup that utilizes AI technology.
Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Product Strengths
- Offers Sony's noise-cancelling expertise at an affordable price point
- Comfortable and lightweight design
- Customizable sound through the Sony Sound Connect App, including EQ presets and a 'find your equalizer' feature
- Good voice call quality, even in windy conditions
- Decent battery life, with around 8.5 hours in the earbuds and over 21 hours in the case (with ANC on), plus a quick charge feature
Product Considerations
- Noise cancelling is subtle, not top-performing compared to more expensive models, and ambient pass-through has some noticeable white noise
- Sound quality out-of-the-box can be very bass-heavy or flat and may require EQ adjustments to suit individual preferences
- Lacks high-res codec support (aptX or LDAC)
- May not provide a secure fit for all users due to limited ear tip sizes and lack of fins or wings
- Some users have experienced issues with the earbuds remaining connected to their device even when placed in the charging case
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Sony LinkBuds Fit, noise cancelling is close, but ambient pass-through is clearer on the LinkBuds Fit, the LinkBuds Fit have better detail due to LDAC support
- Compared to the Apple AirPods, the WF-C710N offers similar sound quality with more bass and greater customization, plus potentially better noise cancelling, for less money
- Compared to the WF-C700N (predecessor), the WF-C710N has longer battery life, touch controls instead of physical buttons, and a more balanced sound
Takeaway: The Sony WF-C710N is a budget-friendly option that still delivers solid noise cancelling and a comfortable fit. The sound can be customized using the app, so it's worth a try for those who want good sound without spending a lot.
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Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Sony
LinkBuds S
129
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Released
2022
Always on, automated audio for whatever world you're in. High quality noise canceling and natural ambient Sound. Immersive sound quality with Integrated Processor V1.
Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent active noise canceling (ANC) for a pair of wireless earbuds.
- Output closely follows our in-house target curve, at least until around 2kHz, and bass and mid-range sound are well represented, which makes for a very enjoyable sound.
- Offers stable connectivity and responsive touch controls.
- Highly customizable sound and quality of life experience through the headphones app.
- Comfortable and stable fit and are very portable, making them a solid choice for running or working out.
Product Considerations
- The battery is remarkably short in single cycle and total charge.
- The matte texture picks up dust, dirt, and grime very easily.
- The touch controls aren’t terribly sensitive to successive taps.
- The microphone doesn’t deal terribly well with external noise.
- Treble rolls off, which veils details in vocals and cymbals.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Sony LinkBuds Truly Wireless, the LinkBuds S are closed-ear, have ANC, are more comfortable and stable, and have a more neutral and flat sound profile.
- Compared to the Sony WF-1000XM4 Truly Wireless, the LinkBuds S are more comfortable and their ANC can block out significantly more ambient sound, the WF-1000XM4 are better built and have better overall battery life.
Takeaway: The Sony LinkBuds S are great because they sound good, cancel noise well, and fit comfortably. With the app, you can set them up just how the listener likes.
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Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Sony
LinkBuds Open
229
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Released
2023
LinkBuds Open Truly Wireless Earbuds feature a soft and ergonomic shape for all-day comfort, high-quality audio with an 11mm ring-shaped driver unit, and a unique open ring design that keeps you connected to your surroundings.
Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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Product Strengths
- Outstanding audio quality while ensuring awareness of surroundings
- Well-rounded frequency response helps keep most of the bass frequencies intact, while still permitting hearing outside noises
- Extremely comfortable and secure design, especially for runners and athletes, due to the 'Air Fitting supports'
- Balanced midrange reproduction, making them suitable for genres like indie ballads and soft rock
- Healthy stack of features, offering Bluetooth Multipoint, head gesture controls, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and auto play/pause
Product Considerations
- Open design limits overall sonic capabilities and bass response
- Open design leaks sound and also lets in unwanted noise
- Average battery life (8 hours from the buds)
- Can be tricky to position correctly in the ear
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Nothing Ear (Open): The Sony LinkBuds Open are a better bet than the Nothing Ear (Open) thanks to their stronger bass and more comfortable, discreet design
Takeaway: The Sony LinkBuds Open are a great option for those who want awareness of their surroundings with good sound. If struggling with in-ear fit, these earbuds could be the answer.
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Sony developed the LDAC Bluetooth codec enabling wireless streaming at up to 990 kbps and 360 Reality Audio that personalizes playback by analyzing photos of your ears to tailor spatial imaging. They've given a lot to the hifi audio industry, and manufacture some of the most popular wireless headphone models available today.
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