WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones, HD NC Processor QN3, 12 Microphones, Adaptive NC Optimizer, Mastered by Engineers, Studio-Quality- Black

I’ve been a long-time Bose user for years and recently decided to try the Sony WH-1000XM6 — and I’m so glad I made the switch! The sound quality is absolutely top-notch — rich, balanced, and immersive. The noise cancellation is phenomenal, easily blocking out background noise even in busy environments. Comfort-wise, these headphones are excellent. I can wear them for hours without any discomfort, which is a big plus for long flights or work sessions. I’ve also owned the Apple AirPods Max, which sound great but feel a bit bulky and heavy due to their metallic design. In comparison, the XM6 feels lighter, more comfortable, and much more versatile — especially if you use non-Apple devices. Overall, the Sony MX6 delivers superb sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and great comfort at a slightly lower price point. Definitely worth it — highly recommended!

Unparalleled product. The best noise cancelling. Sound is better than previous models. Blue tooth is stronger and cover a long distance. Light weight and the pad is soft. I can use long hours. Battery backup is longer.

Sony proves yet again that the XM series are the best of the best . XM 6 sounds better than my old XM4 which was already very good . The headphone fits comfortably. Build quality is great and case snaps perfectly. The setup is super easy. Just scan the code and install the app if you’re not already using Sony headphones . Connecting to your phone is a breeze .You can adjust the noise cancellation , equaliser and otger settings in the Sony app. Even the app lets you custom set the equaliser as you play a song. You’ll hear the music notes which you’ve been missing . It justifies the premium price you pay. Excellent.

Best noise cancellation. Good bass. Overall a good product with great battery life. I'd recommend buying it.

These headphones are just perfect. Compared to Bose QC Ultra Gen 1 (which had popping sound issues while moving ), the XM6 runs flawlessly. Noise cancellation is far ahead of AirPods Gen 2. The fit is snug on the head, making them not only comfortable but also ideal for the gym since they stay secure during movement. The hinges feel sturdy with a metal component, and Sony added swivel cups that adjust to your head, reducing pressure points. Hinge breakage a problem with the XM5 seems to be resolved here, though only time will tell how durable they truly are. The app can feel a bit confusing, but since it’s a one-time setup, it’s manageable. The only drawback is the case while it looks nice, placing the headphones back inside is a bit tricky due to the snug fit. Sound quality is classic Sony rich, clear, and immersive.

Good balanced music quality, Low on bass, Awesome noise cancellation, Not so comfortable while resting on neck, No problem when wearing it. Auto switch for ANC is average

The sound quality is very good, upgrade over XM4. Battery backup is also good. ANC also feels better than XM4 as well in crowded areas. I also use these headphones frequently for office calls and the mic quality is also good.

Fit : Really bad. Will give you headache and migraine. Sound Quality: Not at par. Price : Not worth it. Overall : Better go with Airpods Pro or Max if you are using iPhone/Apple products.

I had a previous generation and I bought this. I like them more, especially noise cancellation. But a transparent mode also became better, I think. Perfect to use noise cancellation in office to do not hear colleagues talks :) Music is awesome, especially if a source is good/lossless. I slightly disappointed by the ios app because it has, IMHO, a lot of useless features. But if you use it inly for firmware updates - it is fine. I even dont want to try any other headphones (had others before), this line is fully satisfied.

Áudio incrível, realmente impecável. O ANC também é excelente. Quando coloquei na cabeça achei um pouco desconfortável e apertado no começo, mas fui me acostumando com o uso. O preço é meio alto, mas a qualidade de áudio compensa demais. O microfone não é excepcional, mas dá pro gasto. No geral, produto excelente!

Cómodos. Buena duración de la batería. Con una cancelación de ruido altamente efectiva. Buen volumen. Modo de transparencia claro. Si se usan para hacer conferencias virtuales, tu voz y la de los participantes se escucharán nítidas, claras - aún cuando aveces los micrófonos de los participantes no sean tan buenos. Buenos para escuchar música, respetando el audio original sin distorcionarlo, pero si quieres aumentar o resaltar los agudos y los graves, puedes instalar su software (Sound connect) y equilizarlos a tu gusto. Tiene muchas opciones esta app. A 13 mil pesos, me parecen caros, pero si encuentras una oferta, aprovéchala.

I have a headphone problem, or so my wife says. I’ve owned the Apple AirPods Max, the Sony XM5’s, the Bose QC and QC Ultra the QC 45’s and 35’s both I and II, the Sonos Ace, and the Beats Studio Pro. Going into my XM6 purchase, my favorite are/were the Bose QuietComfort Ultra. I bought the QuietComfort Ultra during Prime Day for an unbelievable $329! I have found that they offer the best combination of comfort, sound and ANC for the price. So, how does the XM6 compare? The ANC is second to none. I augment our central air with a window unit, which sits right behind my head, and I can completely eliminate its sound. But static sounds are pretty easily muffled by most of newer ANC headphones, so how about dynamic sounds like a tv or normal conversation? The XM6 excel there, too. Put simply, they offer the best ANC of any of the aforementioned headphones. They are also pretty comfortable and clamp down relatively tight, though I haven’t found anything to be as comfortable as either the QC or QC Ultra. The XM6 are designed to be over ear headphones, yet my ear doesn’t seem to fit inside the cup like other over ear headphones. This, in my opinion, makes them less-comfortable then they could/should be. However, the memory foam is a nice touch and does help. The sound is well-balanced and pretty good right out of the box, though I had to make use of the ten-band EQ to get them to sound just a tad better than my QC. With my current EQ settings, I would say they offer the clarity of the Apple AirPods Max, but with the bottom end of my Bose QuietComfort. The bass isn’t overpowering, it’s actually pretty accurate (after EQ tinkering). In the final analysis, the XM6 offer the best sound of any of the headphones I mentioned, but not by much. Furthermore, the ANC is superior to everything else I’ve owned, but not by a staggering amount. So, which should you buy? If you’re like me and in search of the best possible sound, and won’t settle for anything less than the best ANC, then get the XM6. If, however, you prioritize comfort and value, and don’t mind making some very minor concessions regarding sound and ANC, then get the Bose QuietComfort or the QC Ultra (wait until you catch them on sale, which is pretty often). I hope that helps. Happy listening! Update: “6/02/2025: Intermittent crackling in left speaker. Had to return them. I have replaced them, though. Update 06/07/25: I received the replacement pair and everything seems great. I neglected to mention in my previous review how great the Sony app is and how customizable the XM6 are. First, you get a ten band EQ, instead of the Bose three bands. Additionally, there are some awesome (optional) features that are missing from Bose. Sony has speak to chat, which mutes your music and puts your headphones in aware mode when you speak. Also, there is an option to accept or reject calls by simply nodding or shaking your head, which is very cool. If you’re into features like that and general customization, then the Sony XM6 are for you. UPDATE 06/17/2025. Started hearing crackling again in the right speaker this time. This time I did a Google search to see if others were having the same problem, and it seems like turning on DSEE Extreme could be the culprit at high volumes. The DSEE Extreme setting is supposed to upscale compressed files. I turned off the setting and no more crackling. I replayed the same part of the same song with and without it engaged, it it’s definitely the DSEE Extreme. Consequently, I’ve turned off that setting and now everything seems fine.

App on phone was a bit of a pain to set up but works OK once they are connected. The ear pads are nice and comfortable. I personally don't think the sound quality reflects the price but that's just my own opinion.