Testseek.com have collected 72 expert reviews of the Sony WF-SP800N and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony WF-SP800N.
June 2020
(78%)
72 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(80%)
160 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Lively low end
360 Reality Audio
Fit for a workout
Powerful audio performance with deep bass and sculpted highs
Excellent battery life
Water-resistant build
App has ANC and EQ controls
Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support
Estimated 9 hours of battery life
Seriously durable design
Strong active noise cancellation
Great audio quality
Bass-heavy sound profile
Excellent ANC
IP55 rating for workouts
Transparency mode
Nine-hour battery life
Deep
Customizable sound
Superb battery life (on a single charge)
IP55 water-resistant
Tons of features via Sony Headphones app
Modest active noise cancellation
Compatible with Sony 360 Reality Audio
Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration
IP55 sweat protection
9hour battery life
Good sound quality with EQ options
USBC charging
Solid charging case quality
Excellent audio performance with strong bass
Very long battery life
High level of water resistance
Easy
Reliable touch controls
Silicon fin and eartip for good fit
Secure
Comfortable fit
Adequate noise cancellation
Bass has plenty of oomph for workout playlists
Very good sound with strong bass
Active noise-canceling and good call quality
IP55 water-resistant (splashproof and dustproof) and secure fit
Excellent battery life (up to 9 hours with noise-canceling on)
Responsive touch controls
Sound great and Extra Bass lives up to its name
Active noise cancellation is almost up to WF-1000XM3's
IP55 water/dustproofing is great for fitness use
Battery life is epic
Comfortable
Secure fit
Quality sound with clean bass
Adjustable noise cancelling levels with optional focus on voice
IP55 rating means you can rinse them
Sturdy build quality
Very stable fit
Nine hours on a charge with ANC
Nice and bassy. Customizable with Sony's companion app
It doesn't rival over-ear headphones
But it does work
Price
Deep punchy bass
Powerful ANC
360 Reality Audio compatibility
Loads of premium features
The editors didn't like
Finicky touch interface
AAC instead of LDAC
Summary
There's an enjoyable quality here in terms of sound signature
Especially when recognizing what these earbuds are made for. 360 Reality Audio is a must when purchasing any pair of Sony headphones
And
Limited controls
Large charging case offers less extra battery life than usual
Poor call quality
Bass can be too aggressive
No AptX or LDAC codecs
No wireless charging
Bulky case
Very buggy
Missing QN1e processor and other signature Sony features
Bulky
Protruding design
Touchsensitive controls are hit or miss
Connection skips and stutters
Poor noise cancellation and isolation
Only feature AAC and not Sony LDAC
Price
Fall out easily
Overall sound quality isn't as detailed or pleasing as 1000XM3s
Case lacks wireless charging and only has enough battery for one recharge
No multipoint Bluetooth pairing
Earbuds stick out from your ears a fair amount
Noise-canceling and sound quality aren't quite as good as the WF-1000XM3's
No XL eartips in the box
Charging case is bulky and lacks Qi
Doesn't quite match ANC/sound of WF-1000XM3's
Earbuds are a little heavy and protrude from your ears
The charging case is too large for pockets
Occasional connection issues
No volume controls by default
I find the WF-SP800N get uncomfortable after a couple hours
Subjective
But Sony's earbuds continue to look like props from a made-for-TV sci-fi movie
It's to be expected with ANC
But the buds and their case are chunky
Awkward fit
On-board volume controls requires sacrifice
Sony's new mid-range model offers a lot of high-end features at an affordable price. The WF-SP800N are designed to withstand your sweaty workouts with the company's p
Published: 2020-12-15, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com
Vibrant, buoyant sound, Good noise-cancelling, Comfortable fit,
Slightly coarse sound, Average battery life,
The Sony WF-SP800N aren't perfect - they can be coarse at the top end and their default bass response is perhaps too rich for its own good - but they can be finessed to deliver a really energetic, well-balanced and enjoyable sound. And at this price, that...
Published: 2020-11-26, Author: Chris , review by: pocket-lint.com
Good noise-cancellation tech,Great ambient sound system,App offers lots of customisation,Great bass and sound quality,IP55 dust/water resistant
Case is really chunky,Headphones seem larger than they need to be,Controls won't cover all your needs
The Sony WF-SP800N is a good pair of true wireless headphones, in a competitive market. These 'buds easily slot into a position in Sony's line-up, not quite matching the appeal of the WF-1000XM3, but certainly hitting a more appealing price point.The nega...
Published: 2020-05-22, Author: Ryan , review by: reviewed.com
If you're looking for value, versatility, and tons of playback time, yesThere will likely be plenty of new earbuds in the near future that offer a suite of features comparable to the WF-SP800N, but only the best true wireless earbuds compete with their mi...
Published: 2020-05-12, Author: Nick , review by: techradar.com
Basic noise cancellation, Water-resistant and sweatproof, Support for 360 Reality Audio
Tight in the ear, A little too bass-heavy, Battery life could be better
The Sony WF-SP800N are a sweat-resistant pair of true wireless earbuds that have both active noise cancellation and support for Sony's spatial audio format, 360 Reality Audio. Could one pair of earbuds please both workout enthusiasts and audiophiles? It c...
Great sound, Class-leading battery life, Very good water and dust protection, Good active noise cancellation, Excellent call quality
Bulky charging case, No wireless charging
Absolutely. For now, the WF-SP800N occupy a unique position in the true wireless world: They're more affordable than most premium earbuds and offer fantastic performance in all the areas that matter most.Editors' RecommendationsSennheiser Momentum True Wi...
Unique design, Great battery life, Active noise cancellation
We had reviewed the Sony WF-XB700 — the more affordable option from Sony — and were pleased as a punch with the overall performance of the earbuds. They lived up to the expectations and performance keeping in tune with their price point. The Sony WF-SP800...
Secure fit with plenty of customisation options, Feature-laden app support, Punchy bass response, Responsive touch controls
Bulky charging case, Large earphones protrude considerably, Slight background hiss when ANC is active, No aptX or LDAC suppor
The Sony WF-SP800N is no doubt a superb addition to the true wireless audio segment, offering ANC and other premium features at a sub-20K price point. However, for those vying for minimalism when it comes to the appearance of their earphones, these may no...
Published: 2020-07-01, Author: Ali , review by: gadgets.ndtv.com
Comfortable, snug fit, IP55 dust and water resistance, Good battery life, Good active noise cancellation, Punchy, aggressive sound
Big earphones, bulky charging case, Sound isn't very cohesive, No advanced Bluetooth codecs,
Sony's first premium true wireless earphones in India impressed me for one major reason - pricing. With punchy sound, functional active noise cancellation, a decent level of water and dust resistance, and good battery life, this pair of earphones offers f...
Pros, Powerful audio performance with deep bass and sculpted highs, Excellent battery life, Water-resistant build, App has ANC and EQ controls, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support
Cons, Limited controls, Large charging case offers less extra battery life than usual
Bottom LineSolid noise cancellation, powerful audio performance, and a water-resistant build make the Sony WF-SP800N a strong contender in this price range...
Refreshing design and a much more poppy colours to stand out, Brings ANC and IP certification to the table, Can take complete control of the earbuds via Headphones Connect, The app on its own is perfect, USB-C Based Charging Port, Justifiable Price tag
Audio Quality-wise it's okay but doesn't stand a chance against WF-1000XM3
Now before I conclude - I am going to ask this question: Who is this Sony WF-SP800N is for?The SP800N is created for users who don't want to carry so many different earbuds for different occasions but rather one for all and does just that. The added featu...
