Sony WF-1000X

Overview

With more than capable noise-cancellation, Sony has created a unique take on the true wireless form factor that's proving increasingly popular. It might be a little bulky, but the noise-cancellation goes some way to mitigating this problem, and battery life is decent considering the functionality being offered.

-- As reviewed by TechRadar

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TechSpot Metascore

Based on 28 expert reviews

Excellent:

8
Good:

12
Average:

5
Bad:

3

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Last revision on August 13, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Impressive noise-cancelling
Sound better than the AirPods
Can be paired via Bluetooth or NFC

Reviewers Didn't Like

Minor connectivity issues
Battery life is only OK
No onboard controls for changing/pausing/playing audio tracks

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Expert reviews and ratings

By techadvisor.co.uk on March 21, 2018 90

Sony has almost nailed it with the WF-1000X. These wireless earbuds are small, light and comfortable while offering excellent sound quality. They also have noise cancelling which you won't find elsewhere.We only have minor quibbles such as occasional...

By Engadget on February 14, 2018 76

With so many flagship phones leaving behind the headphone jack over the past two years, the need for a good pair of Bluetooth earbuds has only intensified. While the first crop of true wireless products had their share of comfort and connection...

By techent.tv on January 19, 2018 80

The Sony WF-1000X is Sony's latest answer to complete wireless audio solution. It is the latest in the 1000X family of Active Noise Cancelling products. The WF-1000X is technically the entry level of the three devices in Sony's premium audio product...

By gadgetsnow.com on January 18, 2018 60

The Sony WF-1000X are a great first attempt from the company to offer a completely wireless experience. The sound output is more than satisfactory, added to that is a noise cancellation feature. Also, it gets an edge over the competition with the smart...

By Phone Arena on December 29, 2017 80

Most retailers that have stock of the Sony WF-1000X are selling them for approximately $180. That figure places it in the premium segment of the market, which is fitting when you consider the fact that it has a few more features that you won't generally...

By MacWorld on December 26, 2017 60

The WF-1000x sound good enough that they could have been a hit with mobile music lovers. But their disappointing ANC performance and lack of on-headphone controls makes them hard to recommend in light of other more capable options.

By TheStraitsTimes on December 20, 2017 60

Sony's first crack at true wireless headphones succeeds in placing noise-cancellation in such a compact package. Unfortunately, the experience is marred by connectivity problems which, hopefully, Sony will fix...

By cnet on December 19, 2017 70

While it comes with a frustrating lack of polish, the Sony WF-1000X is one of the best-sounding totally wireless earphones currently...

By PC Mag on December 07, 2017 70

The Sony WF-1000X earphones delivers some of the best audio performance we've heard from a true wireless pair, but so-so noise cancellation and some design quirks holds it back a...

By Good Gear Guide on November 14, 2017 85

The inclusion of noise-cancellation makes the WF-1000X an easy choice for audiophiles looking for an alternative to the...

By TechRadar on November 08, 2017 80

With everyone rushing to bring out true wireless headphones, Sony has done well to find a unique feature in the form of noise-cancellation. What's more surprising is that it achieves this so well, without compromising on sound quality, and while still...

By eftm.com.au on October 25, 2017 100

There's something to be said for those times when you get to test out something that you can pretty much tell is the first of many, a first to market, scene setting product – the Sony WF-1000X headphones are those because they are the first in-ear...

By Pocket-lint on September 14, 2017 90

Sony has been making a big push in the headphone market over the past few years, and the WF-1000X show the company is serious about challenging in the in-ear market too.The combination of top audio quality, an attractive design, noise-cancelling and a...

By Trusted Reviews on September 06, 2017 100

Without doubt the best wireless earphones in the...

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