Customer Ratings & Reviews

Headphones broke within a 3 months of owning from a spot that is know to break. Yet Sony claims it’s was a user error when they have a recall on the previous headphones for the same issue.

📦 UNBOXING: The unboxing experience for the Sony ULT Wear is straightforward. Inside the box is a nice rigid protective zip case. Inside the case, you’ll find the ULT Wear headphone, a 3.5mm cable for analog listening, and a USB-A to USB-C charging cable. 💪 BUILD: The build of the ULT Wear is a lightweight plastic and weighs in at 255g. There are lighter headphones out there, but the ULT Wear is certainly light while also being well-made. The material feels confident overall, and will hold up to day-to-day treatment. The design looks good without being gaudy or attention-grabbing. I like its understated look, but it may not be as aesthetically pleasing as some other headphones on the market. The headband can be adjusted with a tactile click to accommodate a wide range of head sizes, and the ear cups also rotate in either direction, but if you wear them around your neck, they can’t face fully outward. The case itself is also very good and the rigidity will ensure that the headphone won’t get crushed in a bag. Some folks might prefer a bit more flex since it means it will take up more bag space, but it’s a tradeoff I’m personally willing to take. Whether or not you decide to use a case is up to you, as you can also just fold them up and put them in your bag. 🎧 COMFORT: The comfort of the ULT Wear is excellent. I’ve seen a lot of headphones these days take the route of making thinner and thinner headbands for better aesthetics, but Sony has opted to keep things very comfortable with the ULT Wear. The headband padding is plentiful and soft without any rigid pressure points, so the apex of my scalp is free from any discomfort. The ear pads are also very comfortable, with a nice plush foam material that avoids wrinkles and creates a nice seal for your ears. This is a headphone I could wear for many hours at a time—especially for work in a noisy office, or on an international flight. I’ve tried other Sony consumer headphones, and I’ve really liked these recent designs for comfort, even compared to something like the XM5. 🎛️ CONTROLS: The control scheme is very familiar like the more premium Sony consumer headphones. On the left earcup, you have your power button which can also function as your pairing button and battery status, the noise cancellation/ambient sound toggle, and the new ULT button which adds a bass shelf for thick bass. On the right earcup, you can use swipe gestures for volume controls, playback/pause, and skipping tracks. And it also has a built-in sensor that detects when you’ve removed the headphones so it can instantly pause when you need to address a disruption. Then putting the headphones back on will resume playback. 📱 APP: The Sony Headphones Connect app has largely remained the same for a number of years now, and while nothing is inherently broken, it’s also not the most “delightful” app I’ve used. Thankfully, you won’t need to use it much after you’ve configured it the way you want. But I would recommend checking back every now and again to see if any firmware updates have been released that improve the performance of the ULT Wear. In the app, you’ll be able to set up a basic 5-band EQ and go through a personalization test which will prompt you with a few EQ adjustments to preview as you listen to your own music. And after a few prompts, you’ll have a custom EQ to work with. For me, I received a mild increase in treble energy. Additionally, the app allows you to toggle multipoint connections should you want to simultaneously connect 2 devices to the ULT Wear. 🎵 SOUND: The out of the box sound profile of the ULT Wear is very inoffensive to my ears. In large part, it gets most things right for a consumer-oriented sound experience. It’s not too bright, and it’s not too bassy, but it still has room to deviate for individual preferences. But if I didn’t have an option to EQ, I’d frankly be pretty happy with the stock sound. As an avid listener of Pop R&B, Metal and instrumental music, I felt the ULT Wear out of the box was good at representing the characteristics of these genres I’ve come to expect without breaking my immersion. In the case of more bass-emphatic music, the ULT button can be pressed to enable ULT1 or ULT2 which creates a much thicker bass shelf. Personally, I did not like ULT2 at all, as it degraded the overall clarity to deliver an overwhelming quantity of bass. However, ULT1 I did feel could be tasteful for bass heads, assuming you have the right library of music that is well-mixed for this bass shelf. Frankly, for the price, the out-of-box sound is better than quite a number of more expensive headphones I’ve heard. I wouldn’t call it audiophile level, as I don’t think it quite reaches that level of immersion for me, but it exceeded my expectations, as I was also not a fan of the XM5, but I quite enjoy the ULT Wear. 🔊 ANC / AMBIENT SOUND: The ANC is no slouch, despite this being a more mid-range headphone for Sony. The ULT Wear sports the same Sony V1 processor as the XM5 for ANC, and it does a great job at keeping a low noise floor and canceling out background noise. It also has an anti-wind sensor for blocking sounds from wind while wearing the ULT Wear. The ANC trades blows with the XM5, and when compared to other options in its own price bracket, it’s among the best. As for the Ambient mode—it’s easily one of the more impressive implementations I’ve heard recently. Without any audio playing, you can clearly hear the environment and speech without it sounding unnatural. Personally, I was very impressed—even compared to more expensive headphones with ambient sound modes. Sony really landed with a solid implementation on the ULT Wear. 🎙️ MICROPHONE: The microphone on the ULT Wear does a great job in less-noisy environments. It can isolate your voice clearly without making you sound muffled or distant. But in louder environments like city streets, the microphone noise cancellation might struggle a bit and cause your voice to break up a bit, but it still holds up better than quite a few other microphones I’ve tested. 🔋 BATTERY: Sony claims the ULT Wear can reach 50 hours of battery on a full charge with ANC disabled. With ANC engaged, it can achieve up to 30 hours on battery. This is competitive with most other options on the market, and even outperforming some premium options on the market. Sony also says that a quick 3 minute charge can yield 1.5 hours of non-ANC playback and a 10-minute charge can yield 5 hours of non-ANC playback. But for a full charge from dead, Sony says 3.5 hours will bring it to a full charge. 🧐 CONCLUSION: The Sony ULT Wear is a win for consumers, in my opinion. It delivers a good consumer-friendly sound out of the box without being offensive. But I do wish Sony would give consumers more choice when it comes to their EQ, since more advanced users are still hindered by a basic 5-band EQ. Even so, I liked the out of box sound, but felt the ULT modes were hit or miss, and you’ll probably find yourself toggling it if you have a library of mixed genres. But there’s no denying the ULT Wear can be a fantastic commuter headphone thanks to its ANC and excellent comfort.

I am a huge fan of over ear noise canceling headphones. I work at home, and I live in a neighborhood full of dogs who bark a lot. That and all of the landscapers, all day long. These Sony Ult Wear headphones are amazing, as expected. I also own the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, so I’ll sort of compare the two here. First let me say how relieved I am that Sony gave these an actual name, and not just a number and letter combo. Well, there is a model number, for Sony’s use, but we don’t have to talk about that here. I never really know how to refer to my WH-1000XM4s. It’s way too long to remember and say, that’s for sure. These Ult Wears are very similar in general. For the price point, these are amazing headphones. I got the off white color, which I love. I have a ton of black gear and wear black all the time, so something other than black was more than welcome! Sony has an app that you can set up your preferences, toggle between Sony headphones, noise canceling vs. ambient sound, equalizer control, etc. The QR code for downloading is on a brief info insert in the box. The case for the Ult Wears is very similar to my WH-1000XM4s.The only thing that is missing is the nylon strap loop on the outside, which I really like. Also missing is the in-flight adapter, which I have never used, but I guess it’s nice to have. The charging cable (SB-A to USB-C) and aux cable jack is inside the case. I like that the case is flat and not bulky. With Sony design,they just do everything with extreme detail. They are very meticulous about design and prefer to minimize waste. There’s no plastic in the box, and the headphones are made of recycled material. The headphones were very easy to pair with my iPhone.The headphones have a Ult button that when pushed, it makes a boost sound or poof type sound when turned on or off. It’s pretty fun. I am not usually very good at the controls when I’m wearing headphones, but this Ult button is in a spot far enough away from the other buttons on the left side that I can do it without messing everything else up. My favorite way to use these headphones is in noise canceling mode. We have come a long way since the Walkman. Which I still have, by the way. You can connect these headphones to two different devices at the same time. This comes in handy if I’m listening to something on my iPad and I get a call on my iPhone. Something I want to mention is that when I talk on the iPhone with the headphones, nobody says that I sound far away or weird, or anything negative. The battery life is really good. I’ve had these headphones for about five days. I charged them when I first got them, and I have been wearing them and haven’t had to charge it again. In the headphone app, it shows you how much battery life is left. I still have 89% battery after the several hours I’ve used these. These headphones are comfortable. Possibly more comfortable than WH-1000XM4 for me. The headphones weigh almost the same amount though. So there you have it, a not technical review of tech gear. I really like these Sony Ult Wears and the off white color!

One thing which you can always rely on, in my experience, is quality electronics from Sony. The Sony Ult Headphones are no exception. While I’m by no means an audiophile, I know the difference between “noisy” headsets and clear ones. These headphones were clear, loud, and comfortable which is the checklist for a good set of wireless headphones. Bonus: these bluetooth headphones have a microphone so you can make and take phone calls, which is handy if you’re out on a run. In the box you have a black firm zipper case which holds the foldable headset, the charging cable, and a 3.5 audio hardline. Buttons are minimal: power, Noise Canceling/Ambient, and the ULT bass boost mode button. No volume or skipping track? No, the ear cups are touch sensitive so that you swipe left/right for volume and up/down for fast forward/backward/skip track forward/backward. Coolest of all though is that if you cup the headphone it automatically goes into passthrough mode so you can carry on a conversation/hear the announcements at the airport, etc. The battery life is extraordinary, the box lists them as lasting 30 hours and I’ve yet to charge them or have them die on me. These are going to be excellent travel headphones! I would fault them only due to the ULT bass boost, which thumped my brain into jelly. It's not required to use it but it's the main marketing feature so it bears stating its a bit much. Although I’ve never been one for extra bass, call me old but I like to hear my music not break apart the molecules in my head. If you’re one of those people that plays the bass in your car so loud it vibrates the mirrors of the cars a block away then you’re going to put these on a pedestal as your new favorite music accessory. As headphones go these are probably the best I’ve ever owned with a lot of neat bells and whistles to really set them apart from the competition. The big draw for some will be the HUGE bass found in the Ult button but to me the great sound quality with super long battery life is the reason to get these. No matter which side you fall on these aren’t headphones you’ll regret getting.

This the second Sony headphones I have and this really beats the sound from my old ones. I’m amazed with the powerful Cristal sound quality using the ULT system, I really enjoy this feature on my headphones, just click on the side of the headphones ULT and you can get ultra bass sound on any song you love and with the great noise cancellation that this headphones provides, you can only hear your music and nothing else, I used this headphones while using my lawnmower on my yard and I definitely couldn’t even hear the noise from the lawnmower, that’s just great for me. Even though this headphones are a little bulky, they sure are super comfortable on your ears, and with the help of the Music apps it analyzes your ears for the 360 live experience app and the Sony app, this helps you get the best sound quality. This headphones includes a swivel designs that folds into the included case comes very handy and best suited for traveling or putting them in your gym bag. Other great feature that this headphones have is the battery life, very outstanding battery performance that could last up to 30 hrs, I used this headphones for at least 4/5 hours and it was still on 80% charge, very impressive. On the right side of the headphones you get touch sensor control panel that help you control the volume or play and pause your music with just a tap. The app has a lot of features that helps you set up your headphones the way you want to use them like analyze your ears for best quality sound, keep track of your music and battery life and also detects if you’re seat down or walking with the headphones, also you get free trial of 360 live app, which the 360 live app could use some more updates. The multipoint connection could use a little better upgrade but I’m not really in need of this feature since I only use this headphones with my iPhone. Great headphones ! Recommended.

The SONY ULT WEAR headphones deliver a solid blend of deep, powerful bass and effective noise cancellation, making them a great choice for both daily listening and travel. With up to 30 hours of battery life (ANC on) and a quick-charge that gives 5 hours of playtime from just 10 minutes of charging, they’re dependable for long sessions. The plush ear cushions and adjustable headband offer good comfort, though some users note moderate pressure over time — especially if you wear glasses. Sound-wise, they bring a warm, bass-forward profile that’s customizable via the Sony Headphones Connect app, but the mids and highs can feel a bit hazy if not tweaked just right. Their ANC performs well across a broad spectrum, but a few users report cracks in the hinge over time, though Sony is reportedly offering repairs for affected batches. All in all, they strike an excellent value — especially for bass lovers who want strong noise cancellation without stepping into ultra-premium pricing

I barely use my headphones and they broke before a year of used!

I've been using these Sony ULT WEAR headphones for the past week and although I was initially put off by the feel and sound of these headphones, they've since grown on me after figuring out all the little details / things you can do when paired with the Sony Headphones app. I am going to say that it is an absolute must download so that you can fully experience and enjoy these headphones. Sony provides a QR code on the manual to find the app, but you can also search for it in the iOS and Android stores. Build Quality - These headphones are really lightweight for their size. The plastics used have this non textured / smooth feel that I'm not really used to headphones having. So they kind of tricked my brain into thinking they feel cheap. But after a week of use, I can honestly say that these headphones are quite touch and the build material is excellent. The headband and earcups are strong and do not creak when you flex them to put them on your head or when moving a cup out of the way to hear something or someone. Which while Im on that subject, these headphones have a cool feature where all you have to do is place your hand over the right ear cup and it will automatically lower the volume of your music or media very low so that you can hear your surroundings. The headphones have three buttons. Power on /off , ANC/Ambient which toggles noise canceling on and off. and ULT. The ULT button toggles through 3 different presets which to my ears boost bass from almost flat to thump thump on your ears. There is also a 3.5mm headphone jack for connecting the included wire to your devices. I am happy to report that with the included aux cable, you do not have to turn on the headphones for them to work with the cable. So they work passively! but you will not get any of the software features while using them with this method. Sound Quality - My first thoughts out of the box when I paired them to my phone and started listening to music were something along the lines of Yuuck. They sounded quite muddy and the bass / mids drowned out everything else. But like I said earlier.. downloading the Sony headphones app is an absolute must to use these headphones. It will allow you to customize the EQ to your liking, and it does it quite easily. It will let you tap through various settings and tune it to what you like. It was honestly the coolest and most intuitive equalizer tuning I've experience so far. After setting up the EQ and presets to my preferences , these headphones sound soooo much better and they've grown on me for the past week. Are they the best headphones I've ever heard? No. but the ability to easily and quickly tweak the EQ makes them fun and a joy to use. It's very hard to find 1 pair of headphones that will be perfect for every music genre, movie, podcast listening experience. So being able to tune my listening experience on the fly makes these quite enjoyable. They are very comfortable for extended use, lightweight, and battery life is amazing! Even after a week of casual use, the headphones still show 85% battery remaining. So would I recommend these headphones? I'm going to say Yes. But only if you're willing to download that app and set them up properly. If you don't want to bother with all of that, then perhaps look at something else.

The Sony ULT Wear headphones offer a blend of features that cater to different preferences. I purchased the Sony Ult Wear a few weeks ago and this has been my experience with them: 1. Sound Quality and Bass: - If you're a bass enthusiast, the ULT Wear won't disappoint. These headphones deliver powerful bass, which is great for music genres that thrive on low frequencies. - However, some users find the bass to be overly emphasized, so it's essential to consider your personal taste. 2. Soundstage: - The soundstage of the ULT Wear headphones is impressive. You'll experience a wide and immersive audio environment, making your music feel more spacious and dynamic. 3. Noise Cancelling: - The noise cancellation on these headphones is top-tier. It effectively blocks out ambient sounds, allowing you to focus on your music or podcasts without distractions. - Whether you're commuting, working in a noisy environment, working out or just taking a walk, the ULT Wear has you covered. 4. Design and Comfort: - The ULT Wear headphones have an understated look, with matte plastic ear cups and a holographic-shiny foil logo. - The ear pads are wide and accommodate various ear shapes, ensuring comfort during extended listening sessions. - However, the faux leather padding can trap heat, so be mindful of that. 5. Price Point: - The most surprising aspect is the price. At only $199, the ULT Wear headphones offer excellent value for the features they provide. - Sony's reputation for quality audio products holds true here. Remember that personal preferences play a significant role in headphone selection. If you prioritize bass and noise cancellation, the Sony ULT Wear Wireless Noise Cancelling headphones are worth considering.

I got these because my wife was getting annoyed when I tried to record music & my old pairs she said she could hear them all the time. These are really quiet both ways but sound very loud and warm when you wear them. I listened to a lot of old stuff id heard a thousand times and they seemed 100 times better just from the basic fullness of the frequency range. These sound extremely good if a little bit heavy on the bass, but i think the app has EQ settings. You can wear these mowing the lawn and that sort of thing and be able to hear it. Good noise cancel. Really comfortable, which lots of headphones are good at first but after a while my ears and top of my head get sore. Lots of padding. The battery is great, charging is fast then lasts a long time. They also work great with a regular stereo mini jack aux cord which I usually use anyway Only things I’m not huge on is the capacitive touch control. Really cool tech gimmick, but it’s always getting false triggers if I brush up against something or adjust them etc. It was a little tough to get the Bluetooth connection going on my wife’s phone for some reason. Until I put the app on it too. I guess it tries to recognize the app before the regular Bluetooth signal? And yeah the bass frequencies are boomy and clear as bass can be but the default sound maybe has an absurd amount too much, but that’s only a “too much good thing” complaint. Some of my old synthesizers and drum machines I thought sounded mediocre were actually just not given proper listening output Overall though amazing sound and worth the price.

After several months of researching gym headphones, I finally made this purchase, and I couldn't be happier. I love blasting my music at full volume and being able to hear every detail clearly. I went to Best Buy to test out a few options, and these headphones truly stole the show. The sound quality is outstanding, and I’m particularly fond of the touch feature that lets me easily adjust the volume. The fit is perfect—they stay securely in place, whether I’m running or lifting weights. Battery life is exceptional, and for just $200, this is an absolute steal. You’re getting incredible value for the price!

Wow, where do I start with these Sony Ult Headphones? They’re seriously impressive! First off, they’re super comfy to wear. I can pop them on and forget I’m even wearing them, which is a huge plus for those marathon listening sessions. And let’s talk about the sound quality – it’s like I’m hearing my favorite songs for the first time. The highs are crystal clear, the mids are warm and inviting, and don’t even get me started on that bass. It’s deep, it’s rich, and it just hits differently. Oh, and noise cancellation? These bad boys have it in spades. I can tune out the world around me and get lost in my music completely. Plus, the battery life is impressive – I can go for hours without needing a recharge, and when I do, it’s quick and painless. My only tiny complaint is that sometimes the touch controls can be a bit fiddly, but honestly, that’s a small price to pay for everything else these headphones offer. In short, if you’re in the market for top-notch sound, comfort, and noise cancellation, you can’t go wrong with the Sony Ult Headphones. They’re a game-changer.

I purchased these to use at work! omg, they are light, clear, bass is awesome. Connects easy.

These headphones were really comfortable and felt soft on the ears! Sound quality was nice, connected easily, and battery lasts forever

The Sony ULT Wear headphones deliver impressive bass without losing clarity. Noise cancellation is strong, especially in crowded places. They’re extremely comfortable and the battery lasts more than a full day of use. Great for travel, gym, and everyday listening. Definitely worth the purchase if you enjoy high-quality sound.

These headphones have an excellent bass response in the ULT modes, and the connectivity is near instantaneous with the range being quite long (i think about 50 feet for me). The sound quality is great for the price (i bought it on sale for $150). Battery life is a clear highlight of these headphones, as I usually only charge them about once a week with hours of use each day. Definitely worth the money. Only downside is that the noise cancelling is not great.

Got these on sale for 180 and couldn't be happier. Every Sony product I buy has always lasted and has had superb quality. The reason I went for these was because of the bass button and I'm glad I did. Some might wonder which to get Skullcandy evos/nc or these. What I will say is if you want better sound quality get the ULT WEAR but if you want skull rattling bass get the Candys. I listen to a vast genres of music from hip-hop to metal and classical to country. These headphones make all genres sound good. You will need to download the app to get everything out of these. I made a custom eq which makes them sound better than from out of box. I've had them for a week charged them fully using noise cancelling daily and they're only at 50% battery. The only complaints I have is that I wish they could go maybe two volume clicks higher and they have disconnected on me once for like 2 seconds then reconnected.

I live in an old building with creaky floors. These are a game changer. I can almost pretend I don’t have neighbors They pair easily with whatever device I’ve tried. The battery power is amazing - I’d been using basic Raycons for a year and I’m not going back. I’ve been able to go to a different floor without losing connectivity. I think the only complaint I have is that I was hoping they’d be a slightly darker shade of green in person - so you bet, the second these bad boys come out in a pine or Kelly, I’m treating myself to a pair for the office (seriously though, great mid-range option).

Positives: •It's like having a portable subwoofer surrounding your head. •Price for the features. •Battery Life with quick charging speed. •Surprisingly good touch functionality/responsiveness. •I like the forest green color I purchased. •Padding around headband and ear cups is comfortable but not excessive. •Foldable design with the convenient travel case. Drawbacks: •On bass boost setting 1, I find a rich range low and mid frequencies, but some of the high notes do not feel crisp. It could be possible to adjust manually with the EQ settings in the Sony app. •I find the headset just a fraction too heavy, causing some discomfort after wearing for >1hr without taking off. Overall - Absolutely worth the money. If your music preferences include any rap, EDM, or generally bass heavy genres, this headset will have your eardrums thumping. 5/5 would buy again. Use them multiple hours a day for work and for getting chores done around the house. Would not use them for workouts as they are too bulky for that. For my personal background: My previous headphones were the Sony WH-CH720N and I was looking to upgrade to something with deeper sound capabilities. I have had multiple sound systems in my life and think any speaker setup is incomplete without a dedicated subwoofer. My main preference for music is electronic music.

Headphones are Amazing, noise canceling works at its best and are very comfortable over the ears also connects very fast to cell phone I’ve tried several brands but this one definitely works great.