Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve been using these wireless headphones for a few weeks, and overall I’m really happy with them. The sound quality is clear, with good bass and crisp vocals, and the battery life easily lasts through my workday. They’re also comfortable enough to wear for hours without causing discomfort, and pairing them with my phone was quick and simple.

I really wanted to enjoy the Pulse Explore earbuds but maybe it was the size of my ears that either wouldn't hold the earbuds or it would be so muffled that I couldn't hear the dialog very well. Bass is on the mid to lower side so don't expect loud thumps. Volume isn't too high but the tradeoff is that you can play on your Playstation Portal and connect to your phone for a call at the same time. Is it a good product? yes! Would I recommend it for its use purpose? Maybe. Price is a bit high as you can get much better quality headphone from Sony itself for $200.

I purchased the PS5 earbuds from Best Buy and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. The sound quality is absolutely incredible, with deep bass and crisp highs that make every game and movie come to life. The earbuds are also very comfortable to wear, even for extended periods of time. The design is sleek and modern, and the earbuds fit snugly in my ears without causing any discomfort. The mic works great for in-game chat, and the controls are easy to use. I also appreciate the tangle-free cable, which makes it easy to use the earbuds on the go. Overall, I highly recommend the PS5 earbuds to anyone looking for high-quality sound and comfort. They are definitely worth the investment!

Very good quality. Good sound, very comfortable and leight weight. Only down side is, if there is alot of interference they cut out disconnect frequently

Giving them 4 stars due to my first set stopped working after I dropped them while inside the case about 1 foot off the ground, bestbuy did replace the since I had warranty. So far so good work for the ps5 and on my iphone

I had the previous PS5 headphones that I got at the PS5 launch. It still worked great but was showing visible sign of wear and tear. So when I switched to these earphones, I was pleasantly at the sound quality and the absolute ease of these earphones. As good as the headphones were, they gave me a headache during long playing sessions. So getting better audio quality sans the pain in the sides of the temple, is great for me. Not a fan of the price point, but at least they didn't skimp on the quality.

I was looking for a replacement for my old battle mates the 3D Pulse, but now that I have the PS Portal I also didn't want to go for the Elite, so I went for the Explore and honestly the sound quality, microphones, compatibility and design made this really a memorable purchase.

I am reviewing after testing these thoroughly for almost a day. Most other reviews are giving this product two stars because of pre order issues. Bottom line: these earbuds are quite pricey for what they are. Only buy them if you “need” a pair of in-ear-buds for your PlayStation 5 or Portal. They sound absolutely fantastic but you can find other great sounding earbuds for similar price if not cheaper. These do have Bluetooth capability but it is kneecapped as it is not their primary function. Yes you can pair it with anything and make a call or listen to music but that is about it. The on board controls do not work for Bluetooth. Plain and simple - they are five stars when used for their intended purpose - you want an in ear buds for PlayStation or low lag ones for Portal. They truly shine in this department and not so much for the other.

Great sound quality and battery life, comfortable fit and convenient features (volume control and the ability to connect to multiple devices) make these earbuds worth their price. The only real downside is the mic quality, which is to be expected when using earbuds instead of a headset

Sony sound quality is guaranteed and these ear buds deliver. Super easy connection to the PS5/PS5 Pro console - as long as you have available USB ports. Charging is just as easy and you don't have to connect the charger to your console; any low voltage charger will work. Impressive sound, not quite as surprising as the full 3D headset, but still comfortable and long lasting for hours of gaming.

Really nice. Great sound, comfortable and really easy to connect. Only complaint is it has randomly disconnected on me twice and I have to reboot my PlayStation to get them to connect again.

I got these because I was tired of my over the head headset. it was big and bulky and hurt after a while of using them. I was able to snag a pre-order of these and used them intensely over the weekend. Pros: Great sound quality Can hear a lot of details (make sure to swap tips around to find the right ones.) Connects seamlessly to the PS5 The dual connection is great, I like to watch videos while I play games and being able to hear both my ps5 and laptop at the same time is an amazing feature. Microphone is okay, not bad not great. Noise rejection for the microphone is fantastic. The headphones quick charge. I timed them and they charge about 50% in 10 minutes. Cons: No Sidetone/Voice

Ive been using them for roughly an hour and so far I love them, I was surprised at howngood the sound quakity actually is, after seeing many reviews from the initial launch about how poor the sound is, but they actually sound pretty good, first thing I tried was music from my phone with no EQ and the bass is heavy, next up I tried my favorite game “Gran Turismo 7” and the cars sound crisp and you can hear the roar of the engines perfectly, I also like that I can hear my tires break traction and that helps tremendously because I could also tell exactly which tire it was that broke traction, next up we have another favorite to test with and that is Call of Duty, just like in GT7, I am able to pinpoint where enemy players are with the help of the “surround sound” (I used quotes because let she honest, these earbuds dont truly have surround sound), explosions are deep and bassy, gin shors are clean and clear, in game comms are clear as well, next up lets discuss Chat, ill cover Discord & PlayStation party, firstly I am blown away by how clean and clear the mic sounds, people ive talked to in the PS Party say I sound clear and you cant hear my background (usually I have my AC on and I sit right in front of it), whatever AI processing that PlayStation put into these are definitely working 100% and even listenijg to my friends and speaking with them they sound clear aswell, and Discord is everything I just mentioned but increased a tad bit so chat for me I give them a 4.5/5, now for the design I actually like the “Mini PS5” look of the case, ive been laughing since I bought them because they literally look like a tiny PS5, I love having that little light in the front if the case to give me battery life, the buds themselves have a weird shape but its also kinda cool, you have to be careful when you put them in your ears for the first time but you’ll get used to it, as for comfort the buds themselves arent super comfortable but they’re not horrible, I was able tonuse the degault ear tips but your ears could be different, I do notice a slight fatigue in my inner ear drums where they sit, but its not unbearable, I can just feel that there is soemthing in my ear, I say maybe take them out for a bit every 2 or so hours comfort is probably a 3/5, now on to the software experience you get EQ directly from the PS5 you have a few default options and of course you can go in and fine tune it to your liking, finally the bluetooth / simultaneous connection is great especially when gaming and either listening to music or taking calls, all in all I would give these buds a 3.5/5 theyre great I would say a 4/5 or even a 4.5/5 if they were priced a bit cheaper

Solid ear buds. Sound great and setup was easy. Price point is a little high and they do disconnect sometimes. However it takes only a second to re-pair them.

I recently got my hands on the Sony Pulse Explore Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, and I am absolutely blown away by the performance. These headphones are a game-changer for PS5 gaming, delivering immersive, crystal-clear audio that brings every game to life.The 3D audio on these headphones is simply phenomenal. I can hear every detail, from the faintest footsteps behind me to the intense explosions in front of me. The spatial accuracy is so precise that it feels like I’m truly inside the game, giving me a competitive edge and making my gaming sessions more thrilling than ever.Comfort is another big win for these headphones. They fit perfectly, even during long gaming marathons, with no discomfort or fatigue. The build quality is top-notch, with a sleek, durable design that looks as good as it performs.The wireless connectivity is flawless—no lag, no drops, just seamless audio that stays synced with the action on screen. The battery life is also impressive, keeping me powered up through extended gaming sessions without a hitch.Overall, the Sony Pulse Explore headphones are a must-have for any serious PS5 gamer. They deliver an unmatched audio experience, all with the freedom of wireless connectivity. If you're looking to take your gaming to the next level, these are the headphones to get. Plus, the fact that they're specifically designed for the PS5 makes them the perfect companion for the console. Highly recommend!

These are expensive but inzone costs the same. And these connect wireless to the portal. I have had B&W, Nakamichi, ect. High-end stuff so I know what sounds good. These buds sound amazing, they really do. And no latency issues but we're talking milliseconds so no game changer there. They fit good in my ear but of course everyone is different. And that is where the pros end. The manual buttons are, well, OK. But they don't do much. Only volume and disconnect I think. There are none of the common conveniences of other earbuds. Like any software controls through the portal where most people use these. No app for the phone. Poor battery life. No touch controls. The charging case is huge by today's standards. No transparency mode/ ambient mode. So pretty useless for anything but gaming. At $200 it is way too much to be so limited. I give an extra star for excellent sound and they are high quality. But other buds in this price range also sound very good and do so much more. I was disappointed and returned these.

Had these for about two weeks now and am using them more than i expected. It was a bit odd to get them in my ears the first couple of times but now that I’ve figured that out theyre pretty comfy. The sound is also great, maybe not $200 great but really good. The thing I’ve found myself using the most that has suprised me is also connecting these to my phone while gaming. Being able to easily listen to a podcast or music while playing games has been great.

[Employee of bestbuy] Bro these earbuds are clutch frfr, the sound quality is great on both the game and just for phone calls/music on my iphone. I legit replaced my airpods with these. Anytime im at work sitting on the computer doing work, I have one in my ear. The battery lasts a long time and they fit snug in my ear. I havent tried to workout using them yet but I’m sure they work perfect for that too.

Great earbuds for PS5 gaming. The sound is clear and detailed, they’re comfortable to wear, and the wireless connection works well for gaming. I also like being able to connect to Bluetooth at the same time. Overall, a solid choice if you want something more compact than a traditional gaming headset.

I love the sony pulse explore i have the bigger headphones and these are great during summer so im not sweating on the bigger set but the sound is amazing easy to set up and use on both the ps5 and the portal.