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Sony WH-1000XM6

23 reviews

Mar, 2026

Positive
sound (16)
portability (12)
noise isolation (11)
design (7)
comfort (5)

Negative

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 reviews of Sony WH-1000XM6. 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. Comments about the comfort and design are on the whole positive. The noise isolation and portability also get good feedback. There are mixed reviews on the durability and price.

sound, portability, noise isolation, design, comfort

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sony WH-1000XM6 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 99/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Best Noise-Canceling Headphones I've Tested for 2026

Sony has made some of the best noise-canceling headphones on the market, so it's a big deal when the company comes out with a new flagship model, like the WH-1000XM6. Though the XM5 was -- and still is -- one of the top over-ear Bluetooth headphones,...

top-tier sound quality; noise cancellation; call quality; comfortable

high price

Dec, 2025

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Sony WH-1000XM6 Review: Better Noise Cancellation Than Bose

Sony's high-end WH-1000XM6 headphones feature foldable earcups, new driver tuning, and noise cancellation that rivals the best from Bose.

May, 2025

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Expert review by : Nicholas Lim (rtings.com)

Sony WH-1000XM6: Lab Tested - RTINGS.com

The Sony WH-1000XM6 are amazing for travel. They have a fantastic continuous 31.75-hour battery life with ANC enabled, so you'll be covered for even the longest international flights. Plus, their handy case has a magnetic closing mechanism for speedy...

Incredible noise attenuation, considerable battery life, low hassle magnetic clasp case

Audio delivery consistency issues

Jun, 2025

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Expert review by : Preslav Kateliev (phonearena.com)

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max: gloves off, earcups on

The newest Sony WH-1000XM6 upgrades its sound, keeps the comfort. Does it beat Apple's well-established AirPods Max?

Aug, 2025

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Expert review by : Jada Jones (zdnet.com)

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra: I compared two of the best ANC headphones

Looking for the best noise-canceling headphones? The newly released Sony WH-1000XM6 or the heavily discounted Bose QuietComfort Ultra are two solid options.

Nov, 2025

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Expert review by : Nina Raemont (zdnet.com)

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. WH-1000XM5: I compared both headphones, and this model wins

Should you buy Sony's older headphones at a discount or go for the brand's newest (and priciest) model? Here's my advice.

Nov, 2025

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Expert review by : Jada Jones (zdnet.com)

I ditched my daily driver Bose headphones for the XM6 - and I'm hesitant to go back

After a three-year hiatus and much anticipation, Sony's latest model of its most popular headphones are here - and taking back the noise-canceling throne.

The new Sony WH-1000XM6 prove that seemingly small and incremental changes between two generations of products can be impactful, useful, and largely felt. The XM6 are ideal for people who value noise cancellation and sound over style or headphones that...

May, 2025

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Expert review by : Jada Jones (zdnet.com)

I replaced my Bose with the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones for a week - and they set a new standard

After a three-year hiatus and much anticipation, Sony's latest model of its most popular headphones are here - and taking aim at the competition.

May, 2025

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Expert review by : Jada Jones (zdnet.com)

I tested Sony's WH-1000XM6 headphones, and I'm seriously considering ditching my Bose

After a three-year hiatus and plenty of speculation, the latest generation of Sony's most popular headphones are here and taking aim at the competition.

May, 2025

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Expert review by : Benjamin Lucks (androidpit.com)

How's the WH-1000XM6 after 3 Weeks? Sony's Flagship Reviewed

Should you upgrade to the WH-1000XM6? We answer all your questions about Sony's new headphones in nexptit's long-term review.

Excellent ANC with a 20-level transparency mode ; First-class sound quality with LDAC and a high-frequency range ; Many smart control options ; More compact format thanks to the foldable design

Wearing comfort is not optimal (especially during the summer

So, do I confirm the top ratings and praise from other online reviewers? Yes, if you are looking for the most technically sophisticated over-ear ANC Bluetooth headphones on the market. The WH-1000XM6 delivers first-class ANC that will always leave you...

Jun, 2025

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