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Sony WF-C500

116 reviews

May, 2024

Positive
sound (72)
usability (60)
comfort (40)
price (34)
durability (14)

Negative
treble quality (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 116 reviews of Sony WF-C500. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Views about the durability and price are on the whole positive. The comfort and usability also get good opinions, but many are less positive about the treble quality.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sony WF-C500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Alex Bracetti (laptopmag.com)

Sony WF-C500 review

$100 wireless earbuds with Sony sound

Apr, 2022

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Expert review by : Jake Thauvette (rtings.com)

Sony WF-C500 Truly Wireless Review

The Sony WF-C500 are budget-friendly earbuds with a very neutral sound profile. Ηowever, our unit's left and right earbuds are a bit mismatched, and there's more...

IPX4 rating for water resistance. Good build quality. Long continuous battery life. Graphic EQ and presets. Controls for answer/ending calls. Adequate recording quality.

Mic has mediocre noise handling. Can fall out during intense workouts. No ANC feature. Passive soundstage seems small and unnatural.

The Sony WF-C500 are decent for neutral sound. Out of the box, they have a very neutral sound profile suitable for a variety of genres. Ηowever, sibilants like S and T sounds are a bit dull. Also, our unit's right driver is noticeably more bass-heavy...

Nov, 2021

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Expert review by : Alex Bracetti (tomsguide.com)

Sony WF-C500 review: These $99 buds are a top value choice

These entry-level Sony earbuds combine upmarket features with great performance at a bargain price.

With the WF-C500, Sony arguably has the best wireless earbuds under $100. Getting the bass performance of some of their mid-range models with proprietary technologies that enhance the listening experience is unheard of at this price point. The WF-C500...

Aug, 2022

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Expert review by : Sarthak-Dogra (indiatoday)

Sony WF C500 TWS earbuds review: On-point audio, comfortable fit, missed functionality

Sony's audio expertise is evident with the WF C500 earbuds. What could have been better was a bit more utilitarian design and a few extra features.

Excellent sound ; Comfortable fit ; Well built

No ANC ; Limited features

Mar, 2022

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Expert review by : Suzanne Humphries (reviewgeek.com)

Sony WF-C500 Earbuds Review: Great-Sounding Basic Buds for $100

When you think about outstanding audio products, it's easy for Sony's name to come to mind. And the company's latest earbuds—the WF-C500—are proof that competition just got tougher at the $100 price point. The basic buds pack stellar sound and are a...

Terrific sound for the price ; 10 hours of battery life ; Customizable EQ via app ; Great quick charge feature

No wireless charging ; No ANC/transparency mode ; Lackluster IP rating

Feb, 2022

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Expert review by : Ryan Waniata (reviewed.com)

Sony WF-C500 Wireless Earbuds Review

Stylish, comfy design ; 10 hours of playback time ; Good instrumental separation

Minimal features ; Sound can be too bright ; No transparency or ANC modes

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Sep, 2021

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Sony WF-C500 review

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023 winner. Genuine contenders that don't cut too many corners

Compact and comfortable design ; Spirited, well-balanced sound ; Fine control app

Slightly small-scale sound ; Numerous serious rivals

Sensible compromises make these Sonys real competitors in the budget true wireless earbuds arena

Nov, 2023

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Expert review by : Yasmine Crossland (t3.com)

Sony WF-C500 review: the best wireless earbuds you can get for this cheap

The Sony WF-C500 sound incredible and they're comfortable

Excellent sound quality ; Manual equaliser settings ; Comfortable fit

No noise-cancelling ; Average battery life

The Sony WF-C500 are fantastic value for money. They sound superb, they're super comfortable and you can adjust the sound to exactly how you like it. They are basic though - there's no ANC and they'll only give you a total of 20 hours of battery with...

Feb, 2022

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Expert review by : Simon Lucas (techradar.com)