Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WFLS900N/C
- SKU:
- 6505726
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers regard the LinkBuds S True Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds highly for their sound quality, comfortable fit, and lightweight design. The portability of the case and ergonomic design are also appreciated. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the battery life and connectivity issues. Additionally, a few customers feel the volume could be improved.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony LinkBuds S
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony LinkBuds S Bluetooth earbuds redefine my calling experience! Unmatched clarity and crispness during calls make them my top choice. Once equalized, these earbuds stand out as the ultimate value-for-money option. The quality surpasses expectations, delivering exceptional sound and functionality, solidifying their position as the go-to earbuds in their price range.
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Posted .Hi SleepyT, Perfect! We really love to hear you like the excellent noise cancelling feature and sound quality of our LinkBuds S! It's good to know you're happy and satisfied with your purchase. With LinkBuds S, you're always connected to your everyday worlds. Ultra-small and light, they can be worn comfortably around the clock, keeping you in touch with people and places. LinkBuds S switches automatically to optimized ambient sound or high-quality noise canceling for listening without distractions. Thank you for your purchase and offering the product a fantastic rating! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Linkbuds s
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality and very comfortable I would recommend to everyone who want perfect sound quality.
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Posted .Hi ChristopherC, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. The Linkbuds S are the world’s smallest and lightest, noise cancelling, Hi-Res truly wireless headphones. This combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. With Precise Voice Pickup Technology that optimally controls microphones on the outside and inside of the earbud, and advanced audio signal processing, conversations are ultra-clear, even in noisy environments. The LinkBuds S feature an IPX4 splash-proof and sweat-proof design, Adaptive Sound Control, a a smart function that senses where you are and what you’re doing, then adjusts ambient sound settings for the ideal listening experience. Your LinkBuds S are designed for both style and environmental consciousness. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Good
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent ear bugs, good sound, good shape, good for sports activities
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Posted .Hi OmarA,
Great! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality and design of the LinkBuds S. With LinkBuds S, you're always connected to your everyday worlds. Ultra-small and light, they can be worn comfortably around the clock, keeping you in touch with people and places. LinkBuds S switches automatically to optimized ambient sound or high-quality noise canceling for listening without distractions. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Sony Olivia Rodrigo Earbuds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Snug on the ears. Great noise cancellation & the app allows so many different features while you’re on the go. App also notifies you if the earbuds are low or case is needed to be charged. Never had any problems. Greta quality earbuds!
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony link buds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great and clear sound, good quality and very confortable
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Posted .Hi Gerza, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new LinkBuds S! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Perfect sound!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones believe the perfect balance of noise canceling and safety for the runner, boxer and lifter that hates earbuds that fall out. These stay snug, don’t irritate, and have a super long battery standby and active mode. Perfect for yourself or a gift. Grab ‘em up!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Matt!
We are thrilled to hear your thoughts about the LinkBuds S! These earbuds really do stay put, so you can move freely without worrying about them falling out. Plus, the noise canceling lets you focus while the long-lasting battery keeps your music and calls going, whether you’re working out or just relaxing.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best in Ear buds ive tried
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wife has small ears and in ear buds normally hurt her ears. She wanted to try these and to her surprise they were perfect! She loves them. Only con she has is that they dont connect as fast as her airpods but sound better to her.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CamJones,
Fabulous! We are so happy to hear that your wife loves the very comfortable fit design and outstanding sound quality of the LinkBuds S. We greatly appreciate her input with the Bluetooth connection time of these headphones compared to another brand. With LinkBuds S, you’re always connected to your everyday worlds. Ultra-small and light, they can be worn comfortably around the clock, keeping you in touch with people and places. LinkBuds S switches automatically to optimized ambient sound or high-quality noise canceling for listening without distractions.
Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Review after almost 2 years
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great ear buds I use daily for gym workouts (about 1 hour) and daily walks (30min-1hr) without charging for a couple days. Noise cancellation works great to filter out the crowd/road noise. The adaptive works great when talking to someone while still listening to my podcast too. Also tried Apple, Bose and some others and these were the most comfortable fit for my ears. Soft rubber ftw vs hard plastic buds. However at the 1 year and 8 month mark the left bud will only hold a charge for about 15 minutes. So for $200 for 20 months that’s $10/month for decent ear buds. For me they’re worth the purchase ymmv.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WalkingGymRat,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Nice to hear your enjoyable listening experience with your Linkbuds S, especially while working out at the gym. We really appreciate you like the amazing sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfortable fit of the unit. However, we're sorry to hear the problem with the left earbud after 1 year and 8 months of use. Allow us to help troubleshoot the problem.
Depending on the settings for the headset functions and usage conditions, the speed of energy consumption for the rechargeable battery may vary between the left and right units. Please try some solutions below if the available operating time is short or the battery power does not last long.
Make sure the headset is charged sufficiently and set securely in the charging case.
Be sure to use the supplied USB Type-C cable and check that the cable is firmly connected to the charging case.
If the earbud tips are not properly attached to the headset, the headset may not be charged with the supplied charging case. Check that the earbud tips are attached properly when you store the headset in the charging case.
Reset the headset.
Initialize the headset, and pair the headset and the device again.
For reference: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/linkbudss/v1/en/contents/TP1000541590.html
May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com:
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We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter. - Kris
Good sound but would not stay in my ears.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sony earbuds had really good sound. They just would not stay in my ears so I returned them for that reason. The app is good to work with the buds. If they stayed in my ears I most likey would have kept them. This is not the only pair I had this probelms with so needless to say I have been through several test runs of in-ear buds but nothing seems to work to a point where I have been satisfied with in-ear buds. We all differ and in-ear buds are not for everyone. I just think it is nice to have noise canceling option for in ear buds, where as noise canceling for the out of ear buds greatly differs. If in-ear buds work for you these are very nice, but I cant advise on battery life because I returned them. As for me, maybe one day. Until then, best of luck.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tscardholder, thank you for sharing your experience using the LinkBuds S. We're glad that you like the audio quality, use of Headphones Connect app, and noise canceling function. We're also sorry if these wouldn't stay in ears. To keep the headphones from falling out, please select the right size earbud tips. We also recommend wearing the earbuds properly. When you put the headset unit into your ear or adjust the positioning of the headset unit, see the illustration in step 2 for how to hold the headset unit.
Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/linkbudss/v1/en/contents/TP1000536462.html
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com.
Regards,
Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These air buds are great they are my lil buddies.. great sound and sound deafing so you only hear the music . Also has adjustment do you can listen to music and hear what’s going on around you
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyV,
Great! We're glad that you are pleased with your new Sony WFLS900N LinkBuds S and enjoying the awesome sound quality as well as the noise canceling feature and ambient mode. With LinkBuds S, you’re always connected to your everyday worlds. Ultra-small and light, they can be worn comfortably around the clock, keeping you in touch with people and places. LinkBuds S switches automatically to optimized ambient sound or high-quality noise canceling for listening without distractions. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Linkbuds S
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent for the price. Does everything you need it to do + more. Assuming proper seal with assorted eartips — though I’d recommend foam tips — the SQ is great: tight bass, accurate vocals/mids, though it doesn’t have the most sparkly quality to it, sometimes sounding flat and uninspired, yet is still pleasing and never fatiguing. Speaking of that, these are the only earbuds I can use that don’t make my ears hurt after extended use. My ears never feel plugged with these on, even less than the AirPods Pro which have vents on them (these don’t). I attribute it to how light it is, which also adds to its portability. Noise cancelling is great, on par with AirPods Pro, and transparency is good enough to hear the world around you, albeit a little as if you’re hearing the world through a tin can. I’ve never had a problem with battery life, and find myself going a week without needing to charge the case. The only downside to these is connectivity, which sometimes drops withh dsee extreme on, and tap to function, which can be finicky and do things when I don’t want them to, and doesn’t pick up taps when I want it to. For the price though it’s more than forgivable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Johnescasa, We are glad that you like most of the features and capabilities of your Sony LinkBuds S. Our LinkBuds S offer premium noise canceling to help you focus on your favorite playlist or podcast. They have Precise Voice Pickup Technology that optimally controls microphones on the outside and inside of the earbud, and advanced audio signal processing, conversations are ultra-clear, even in noisy environments. LinkBuds S also supports High-Resolution Audio Wireless thanks to LDAC, our industry-adopted audio coding technology. With regard to your concern, please make sure to update the firmware of your LinkBuds to improve their performance: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/linkbuds-s/downloads. Bluetooth communications may be disabled or audio dropout may occur when there is an obstacle, such as metal or a wall, between the headset and the Bluetooth device. The same issue may also occur when in places with wireless LAN, where a microwave oven is used, electromagnetic waves are generated, etc. Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
The earbuds do not hold charge.
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is excellent. However, the earbuds do not hold charge well. I have been a Sony user for years, and all other earbuds or headphones that I purchased before last at leat 5 years or more (the longest wired earbuds have lasted for 10+ years), and I am surprised that the Linkbuds S earbuds do not last more than a year.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi secretlabo,
Thank you for your time writing this review. While we are glad you like the sound quality of the LinkBuds S, we're sorry to hear that it won't hold the charge well. Allow us to help troubleshoot and resolved the problem.
Please perform the following steps if the headphones don't charge:
Make sure the headset is set securely in the charging case.
Be sure to use the supplied USB Type-C cable and check that the cable is firmly connected to the charging case.
If the earbud tips are not properly attached to the headset, the headset may not be charged with the supplied charging case. Check that the earbud tips are attached properly when you store the headset in the charging case.
If earbud tips by other manufacturers are used, the headset may not be charged with the supplied charging case. Be sure to use the supplied earbud tips when charging.
When the charging ports of the headset or the charging case get dirty, the headset may not be charged. Clean the charging ports with a soft dry cloth.
It is recommended to charge in a place with an ambient temperature between 15 °C and 35 °C (59 °F - 95 °F). Efficient charging may not be possible beyond this range.
While charging, be sure to keep the lid of the charging case closed to prevent the battery of the charging case from being wasted.
Reset the headset.
Initialize the headset, and pair the headset and the device again.
For reference: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00278103?utm_source=glean
May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com:
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We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter. - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They fit perfectly, the sound is amazing and I love the color!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AylaS, We are glad that you like the sound quality of your Sony LinkBuds S. Our LinkBuds S offer premium noise canceling to help you focus on your favorite playlist or podcast. They have Precise Voice Pickup Technology that optimally controls microphones on the outside and inside of the earbud, and advanced audio signal processing, conversations are ultra-clear, even in noisy environments. LinkBuds S also supports High-Resolution Audio Wireless thanks to LDAC, our industry-adopted audio coding technology. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great sound.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have amazing Bass. The Sound quality is outstanding.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnP, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're glad you appreciate the amazing bass and sound quality of your Sony Linkbuds S. The LinkBuds S provide crystal clear calls with our Precise Voice Pickup technology. Sony’s V1 Processor provides a well-balanced and high-quality sound for an authentic listening experience. The LinkBuds feature an IPX4 splash-proof and sweat-proof design, Adaptive Volume Control adjusting the volume to the environment around you and a battery life is 5.5 hours and up to 17.5 hours with the charging case. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great stuff
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable in the ears. Great sound quality. Easy recommendation.
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Posted .Hi AlexK,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Link your worlds as LinkBuds S switch seamlessly between superlative noise canceling and natural ambient sound. Smart features and settings learn from your behavior and automatically adjust sound settings to provide the right sound for the moment. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these Sony earbuds so you can keep on moving to the music. A newly developed 5mm driver unit, featuring a high-compliance diaphragm, helps keep the LinkBuds S small while driving your music with rich low frequency bass sound. Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 improves noise cancellation, enhances sound quality, and reduces distortion.Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Great
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pretty solid for its price compared to other products
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Nice Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very high quality earbuds, great fit, and overall amazing audio quality for the price
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Posted .Hi HelenM,
Very nice! Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the quality, fit, and audio quality of the headphones. Link your worlds as LinkBuds S switch seamlessly between superlative noise canceling and natural ambient sound. Smart features and settings learn from your behavior and automatically adjust sound settings to provide the right sound for the moment. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these Sony earbuds so you can keep on moving to the music. A newly developed 5mm driver unit, featuring a high-compliance diaphragm, helps keep the LinkBuds S small while driving your music with rich low frequency bass sound. Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 improves noise cancellation, enhances sound quality, and reduces distortion.Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Love it
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product. it has good sound and very comfortable.
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Posted .Hi ThereseP,
Fabulous! We are extremely pleased to hear your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design and exceptional sound of your LinkBuds S. With LinkBuds S, you’re always connected to your everyday worlds. Easily connect with the people you know and the content you love. Make crystal clear calls and listen to high-quality music - even in windy or noisy environments. AI based noise reduction algorithm isolates your voice and keeps conversations crisp. And with Ultra-small and light design, they can be worn comfortably around the clock, keeping you in touch with people and places. LinkBuds S switches automatically to optimized ambient sound or high-quality noise canceling for listening without distractions.
Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
The best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable, excellent sound, good price. Love it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JennD, Perfect! We're glad you like the comfortable fit, excellent sound, and overall value of your Sony Linkbuds S. The LinkBuds S provide crystal clear calls with our Precise Voice Pickup technology. Sony’s V1 Processor provides a well-balanced and high-quality sound for an authentic listening experience. The LinkBuds feature an IPX4 splash-proof and sweat-proof design, Adaptive Volume Control adjusting the volume to the environment around you and a battery life is 5.5 hours and up to 17.5 hours with the charging case. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity
Not for WFH.
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.In my experience, They're great for short-term use. I bought these headphones for work since the box stated that it was a great for jobs that are "Work-From-Home". When I bought them I would use them for work all day. After the second week of having uaing them I noticed my ears were bleeding throughout the day. I switched back to my Sony WH-XB900N and my ears stopped bleeding. I dont listen to loud music and I am using the phone frequently so i'm not sure why they were bleeding with these headphones. Maybe they were giving out a frequency that put strained my ears. Either way, They connected easily to my devices but they don't have wireless charging. I have them as a backup pair now in case I forget to charge my primary pair of headphones.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jose,
While we are glad to know that you're satisfied with the ease of Bluetooth connectivity of the LinkBuds S, we are really sorry if they didn't live up to your expectations. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. We appreciate your feedback with the wireless charging and we apologize if the case of these headphones doesn't support it. For reasons why your ears may hurt when putting on or wearing the headphones, please refer to the following link:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/linkbuds-s/articles/00015243
And for optimum fit, comfort, and to keep your LinkBuds S from falling out, we always recommend following the steps on these articles:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/linkbuds-s/articles/00262839
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/linkbudss/v1/en/contents/TP1000536462.html
If there's anything we can do to help or you may need more information/technical assistance, please feel free to contact us and we'll be more than happy to assist you. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:
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We value you, and thank you for choosing Sony.
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Romeo
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