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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 1525 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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82%would recommend to a friend

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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.

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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Try at your own risk

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Price was good but only had them briefly. They didn’t integrate with my iPhone as Well as regular AirPods. Comfort wise they were okay

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound was amazing. Very clear and adaptable. Love the color.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bcre8ive, Thank you for the excellent review! We're glad you love the amazing sound quality, clarity, and the desert sand color option of your new 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound and Call Quality

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best call quality earbuds yet! Even in loud areas!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GilbertB,

      Amazing! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good these for my boyfriend because he works out a lot and he loves them so much.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JazminG, This is a great gift idea! We're glad to hear that your boyfriend is satisfied with his new 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best earbuds perfect fitting the only small issue it disconnects few time but not that big of a deal still agreat earbuds perfect for running talking noice cancellation and isolation

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the size is good. it never falls out of my ears. would recommend getting.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CalvinC, we're glad you like our product! 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 very much for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My favorite wireless earbuds to date

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best wireless ear buds I've ever owned, and I've owneda y brands over the years. This pair takes the prize for comfort, noise canceling, and sound quality. Please note that it is critical that you change the settings on your phone to ensure optimal settings are selected for best sound quality. Once selected, these ear buds rock!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EpicGlory, That's awesome! We are thrilled to hear that your new Sony LinkBuds S are the best wireless earbuds you have ever owned. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They have a good sound for a reasonable priced, better quality earbuds.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Susannea, Thanks for sharing your feedback. We are glad that you like the sound quality of your Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. Our LinkBuds S offer premium noise canceling to help him focus on his 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 trusting Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not for me

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had to return, didn't work as stated. I could not keep them in my ears either, even with smaller tips on them. Just didn't work the way I expected them to. Was disappointed and returned them. Too expensive too.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Mrskappy,

      Thank you for your review. We are really sorry if our LinkBuds S did not live up to your expectations and that it had to be returned. This is definitely not the experience we'd like to hear from you.

      For optimum performance, fit, comfort, and to keep the 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

      We truly appreciate you, and we are hoping that you will consider Sony again in your future purchase.

      Sincerely,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ear buds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality for the ear buds. I bought them for work

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlanT,

      Thanks for commenting! We are extremely pleased it suits your needs. 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 choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Linkbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Sony sound…absolutely satisfied. Catch them on sale and your good!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello TerryS,
      Perfect! We're glad that you are satisfied with the sound quality of our Sony LinkBuds S. 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 for the 5-star rating and for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    perfect zoom buds and more

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought these on sale mostly for zoom meetings and calls. They are my first pair of wireless ear buds. I love them and now use them for music listening and podcasts as well. They are small, light, comfortable, sound great, have plenty of battery life and connect to my devices no problem. Would I buy them for MSRP? I don't know, there are a lot of great products around the $200 mark. But I have no regrets and wireless buds are a total game changer for working and just listening.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi larry, Thank you for taking the time to share this amazing review of your Sony Linkbuds S! We're pleased to hear you love the small and light design, comfortable fit, great sound quality, long-lasting battery life, and overall features 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works wonderfully, the noise cancelling is awesome and you can very easily hear people if you turn the ambient noise on. I wear these some campus and have full conversations with people

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gabe, we're glad you are enjoying your new earbuds! 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. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Fit and Performance

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Outstanding fit for smaller ears. The app is easy to use and connectivity to my Samsung phone is simple. The sound quality is great for everyday use. Call quality is as good or slightly better than most others I've used. In all, this was a great buy that I would recommend to others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CMike,

      Amazing! We're thrilled that you like the fit, sound quality, and dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) of the LinkBuds S. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sounds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves the quality of the music it puts out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RayM, That's awesome! We're very happy to hear that your son loves the excellent sound quality this unit delivers. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice for the price point worth it if you need ear buds for easy listening on the go comfortable to have in your ears for long periods of time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Low780, We appreciate your feedback. We're glad that you like that they're comfortable for long period of time. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sam

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good prouduct, range is not far enough on Bluetooth

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DavisOil2983,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the LinkBuds S. Your feedback about the Bluetooth range is greatly appreciated. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 m (30 feet). The maximum communication distance may vary depending on the presence of obstacles (people, metal objects, walls, etc.) or the electromagnetic environment. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the earbuds is up-to-date. Hope this helps. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ear buds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Outstanding product. Works for calls and music. I highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi LoveCoffee821, Thank you so much for such a fantastic review, and we are so pleased to hear you like your new LinkBuds S! Glad to know it works great for calls and listening to music. At Sony we strive to put forward the best possible products for our customers. It sounds like we hit the mark with 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. Thank you for your feedback and offering a fantastic rating on the product! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love them they work really good I recommend them

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AndreaA, Thank you for the positive review! We're very happy to hear you're satisfied with your purchase. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice neutral sound, good battery life

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    With milti device pairing, passthrough sound and enough life to make it through a double shift (with the case to top up) whats not to like.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello GzeroD,
      That's awesome! Thank you for your feedback and we are delighted that you appreciate the multi device connection, audio quality as well as the charging case. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US