My 2nd month with XM4's and I'm loving every minute of use. Following application of the right size choice of bud tips, a proper set up of EQ and assigning your preferred actions to the touch controls, the XM4's are unbeatable as of 2021, especially if price is a factor, despite the Sony's not being cheap at all. The ANC performance is unreal. During my first day I kept taking one ear bud out thinking I had a stroke and couldn't hear anymore. The only caveat to get the most out of XM4's, make sure your device supports Bluetooth 5.2 for a separate, dedicated connection to each bud from the source device. Playing high quality lossless .flac files over Sony's LDAC codec on its highest 990kbps setting, I personally can't tell the difference between dedicated wired cans. Even on 660kbps setting, sound quality is better than a CD but with improved range, 20+ metres. The used music source device is a Pixel 6.
@bron lebron I would take XM4's any day although they are both so good the difference is minor. While the actual active ANC performance is very similar, I'd still claim the XM4's as being superior. IMO, the memory foam tips help more with noise cancellation than the slight software/hardware improvements. However XM4's do seem to to react to touch inputs and other changes faster. My phone is Bluetooth 5.2 compatible so I can't vouch for how older 5.0 source devices will perform.
I just got them Saturday and try them out Monday for extreme work outs at the gym had had no issues falling out no issues while squatting no issues while bench pressing noise canceling is amazing I can’t not hear the sloppy music they play at the gym I can’t hear people talking I can’t hear the wight being slam they remind off the beats solo off the noise canceling the beats solo first edition noise canceling were amazing too but I like the ear buds cuz I have thick hair these are perfect for daily use the ear tips that came with don’t penetrate my ears like how some people complain I was able use them for full day workout with out ear pain or being uncomfortable today I’m try running with them on treadmill
@805GAMER805CASB how are they after 4 months? Still reccomend them? I bought them but then wanted to change for senheiser but it's a big hassle to get them arrived first then send back and all the while having hundreds of dollars missing from my account until all that got resolved I'm thinking I'll just keep the sony's since they're already on their way
@PushyPawn I read alot of reviews on amazong where people have 1 of the earbuds making a buzzing sound or one of them dies all the time, alot of people said the batteries only last 2 hours after they opened them fir a year, have you experienced any of these issues ?
I just bought the XM4. I had the AirPods, airpods pro and the studio buds but these are the best in all categories except that the studio buds fit a little better in the ear
How are the Sony's earbuds themselves compared to the airpods pro in terms of weight. How heavy are they when in your ear and can you hear the outside world fine with the Sony's ambient mode on, or are the airpods pro's far better in that category? Lastly, do you not find them too huge? They look massive, but then when I see them in people's ears, it doesn't look that bad
I totally appreciate the in depth review of these earbuds. Great great work here. Your channel is most definitely going to keep growing. Excellent content. ... I think I'd personally like to get a pair of the Jaybird Vistas. Something about them that's really getting my attention. They'd fit into my daily lifestyle better I think
Awesome review and comparison! I love how you were inside your house for parts of the video and then for the rest you were outside which was a great change of scenery.
I found switching to the large size buds made a world of improvement with the sound quality of the Sony WF-1000 for me. It took me a while to catch on but got there eventually.
Great, comprehensive video! Initially I thought I wanted the new Sony's, but after watching I don't know if they're the best for me. Excellent format that focuses on a larger number of points, letting the user assess based on his/her needs 👍
Just as a follow-up to my comlent above, I purchased the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro. Given I have the S21 Ultra and the Tab S7+, the connectivity between both devices is fluid (plus they connect seamlessly to my work PC for Teams calls). In terms of sound/music quality, I find them very much superior to my AirPods Pro. However for noise cancelling the Galaxy Buds Pro definitely don't block as efficiently as the AirPods Pro. Once again this video was very informative, helping me consider what I needed to consider in my purchase 👍
I bought the XM4s this week and I was blown away by the sound quality, ANC and Ambient sound modes especially in Ambient sound there is no or very little sound quality difference which I did not notice. I bought the Vista 2s 3 weeks ago and the ANC is just ok but I was very disappointed with their SurroundSense mode - the music sounded flat like clanging cymbals and this is coming from a Jaybird user as far back as Bluebuds X. I agree the fit is not the best for everyone but I'm fine with it, you have to compress the foam tips before wearing it. Realistically, you cannot put check marks on all the boxes on any product out there. You just have to find one that suits your preferences and needs. A perfect product doesn't exist. To summarize, I would use my Vista 2s for workout and the XM4s for daily use and travel. Using the riding mower to cut the grass might be a toss up lol.
Another awesome review you're the man, I have most of the earphones you have mentioned. Master and dynamics 08 are the only pair that you can tell the difference between HD and Ultra HD when streaming. I love them.
I got the sennheiser MW2 recently couldn’t be happier .. the sound quality is crisp , clean and the bass resonates so deep and fades away soon as it’s no longer needed for the treble and mids to shine as well … I haven’t tried or seen any earbuds that comes close and the earbuds are quite comfortable at least for my ears.. I just wish the case was a little smaller
@@saki3963 not much to be honest .. if u getting the cx is like mtw 2 without the little bells and whistles .. the anc isn’t mind blowing by any means .. but it does feel and look more premium compare to the CX .. sound quality is neck and neck .. and the cx has a smaller case and footprint .. but the momentum 2s has received a firmware update so the call quality is slightly better than the CX .. but if u don’t care much for the extra features jump on the CX u will still be good if u don’t travel a lot and aren’t in noisy places a lot
Thanks for the comparison format. It works well because the Sony Wf-1000XM4 seem to be internet reviewers' consensus best overall pick, but others have some strong points that beat them in certain categories. I am leaning toward getting both the Sonys, but also considering Sennheiser, + Jaybirds for workouts if I can find on a deal on them.
What the hell?! I think this was the most perfect earbud review I’ve ever watched and I’ve watched hundred upon hundred! Excellent job! What about a review of the Bang and Olufsen EQs?
@@AndysTechTone your opinion please, which buds had the best call quality? I have the AirPods, the Pros, The Momentum TW2, had the Sony XM3, the jay birds, and none come close to having good call quality plus good sound stage, at least not close to AirPods for calls. Which I really need.
The 1More Comfobuds Pro have one of the best phone call quality I've heard beside the Airpods Pro. Jabras are usually good too. Or there are the Edifier Neobuds Pro as another option
Big big thumbs up! exactly what i need, i know what i should get now. will keep watching your videos, very enjoyable. You should know these comparison will never end, like compare sennheiser momentum 2 to mw08..lol
Thanks a lot for the awesome work and time dedicated on the videos. I really like your approach to review, objective and consistent, and the end recommendation as audio quality and stable fit are my top priorities. I'm trying to find an all-around pair that withstand my alien-acid sweat for indoor cycling and has a good ANC for traveling and commute, call quality for zoom meetings and not costing a liver would be a great bonus. The Jabra 75t sport and Vista 2 are the closest candidates, but the ANC on the vista seems quite useless. Would love to hear if you have any other in mind for the use case above.
Thanks Sandro 👍 I cannot think of a better option than the Vista 2, really. The ANC is far from useless and it actually does a decent job especially if you listen to music at medium or higher volume levels...
Great video! I personally use my buds to work out and have the galaxy buds pro. However, they fall out all the time while I workout so I have been eyeballing the jaybirds! I would love to see a top 5 workout ear bud video from you!
Great to have a side-by-side review..so just considering sound quality guess you rank/describe them something like this: 1) B&W PI7 - more detailed sound 2) Kef Mu3 - rich and cohesive sound 3) Sennheiser TWS 2 - mature sound with less energy in upper midrange/lower treble 4) Jaybird Vista 2 - balanced sound 5) Bose QC - well balanced, rich and detailed 6) M&D MW08 - warm and rich but Sony more bassy and extended treble 7) Sony - bassy, warm and detailed 8) Samsung - open and clear but misses Sony power and mid bass warmth 9) Jabra 85T - misses Sony spaciousness and detail
@@mrazry11 Welcome, btw by "rich" is meant I think (based purely on the headfi glossary definition) "full" i.e. with adequate low frequency weight for voices between 100Hz and 300Hz (the opposite of a "thin" or bass light analytical sound)
I love my Bose QC earbuds but the size and lack of single bud use makes them less usable as everyday earbuds. After getting the XM4s they always live in my pocket but the Bose are still my go to earbuds for working out.
Finally someone who gave real answers to the questions i wanted to know but im torn between the Sennheiser Momentum 2 and Bose QuietComfort. I will mostly be using for outside garden work and i like metal music so if anyone got any information on the music side of those two would be great appreciated thanks.
Love the comparison. I just bought the Sony xm4 and the button on the left earbud that switches from ambient to noise canceling already quit working. I've only used them 3 times and will be returning them. After watching this, I'll be trying the Jaybird Vista 2. Thanks!
Awesome review! I have both Sony 1000xm4 & vista 2. I returned the Sony xm4’s, I too felt that the Vista 2’s were a better versatile bud that I could use for both working out and every day listening I also liked the eq better on the vistas. The Vista 2 were also cheaper and had better build quality IMO. If Jaybird is listening 👂 I don’t like that they have proprietary ear tips. I would like the option to use different ear tips of my choice.
@@AndysTechTone Yes! I have no issues with the integrated tips like I thought I was. Most rubber tips don’t work well with my ears so I usually go with the comply foam tips. However I managed to take the original ear tips off and fit some comply tips that I had laying around. I like using both for different situations!
Thank you for you very comprehensive review. The XM4's are my choice mainly for their superior ANC and battery life. However, I'm finding that they have a lot of trouble with background whooshing sound in ambient or ANC mode after a few months use. I have had one pair replaced by Sony already. I purchased a second pair to have while I waited for their return and after less than 3 months use I now have the same issue. I also had these type of issues with the Jabra elite75T with one earbud failing. Is there an issue with these earbuds packing so much tech into such a small package that they just fail? Sony were very good at replacing them with no issues about it but it's very annoying to have them fail after such short use.
Just ordered the Sennheiser TWM3's. They look like they have all the features of the Sony's, and then some. Just hoping Sennheiser adds Multipoint to them soon, as they are promising.
Hi Andy, thanks for the great review. I have one question that no review seems to answer: how are the volumes on these earbuds? I know it will depend on ear, phone, app being used etc, but since you probably tested all of them with the same exact things then please tell me, between the xm4, momentum tw2, m&d mw08 and buds pro. I own the xm4s but at max it still needs a little "bump" sometimes when I want to really jam to the music. You may not have used these at max volume, but if you did can you rank these in terms of volume please? And anyone else that has some of these earbuds. Thank you! I love the xm4s but depending on what is said I might have to try another one.
I recently tried bose quiet comfort and their sport, xm4s and sennheisers mtw2 and as an audiophile who enjoys comfort and quality. Sennheiser takes the cake. I switched out the og ear tips for some foam comply ear tips and they are incredibly comfortable and help with passive noise cancelation. Theu stay in no matter what I do and I've had no complaints about call quality. If you're an fan of quality audio and intuitive layouts and controls. Sennheiser is your best bet
Awesome. I see you have the Elac speakers in the background, and if you love Andrew Jones sound signature, I would recommend you to try out the Technics EAH-AZ70W, in either ANC or Ambient mode, with Bass Enhancer mode.
Hey mate. I love your video and your review. I would like to ask your recommendation between Marshall mode II and Sony WF SP800N, which one should i get? Im looking a TWS where i can use them for gym and daily use (listen to music and for call)
Cheers mate. Im going for Sony then. Thanks for the reply mate Appreciated it!! Love your channel. Deep explanation and entertaining kn the way you presenting it!. Keep it up mate! 💪
I use the XM4's almost EVERYDAY for my Amazon shift. These are completely unbeatable overall, by far. I have never found a better pair of TWS's, with my previous one's being the Buds Pro before I lost them
Thank you so much for such an amazing detailed comparison, but I still can't seem to conclude. Which of these earbuds would you recommend for an accurate listening experience for listening to music the way artist intended them to?
Not me, I returned the Bowers & Wilkins. The buds had a suction plug type fit, and the right ear would fall out during workout. I still needed to crank up the volume as well, so I returned them. So glad I purchased right from B&W, YOU GET A 30 DAY REFUND
Which earbuds are you planning on getting next? I literally just returned my b&w pi7 but not due to the sound quality but more toward really bad call mic quality. Although right now I’m a bit torn to whether to try my luck on another pi7 or either the Sony xm4 or the sennheiser
I actually returned the Xm4's as the left bud kept falling out my ear. I have the over ear Xm4"s but for earbuds I'm about to purchase pi7 as sound is real important. I'm able to get them for 300 US so taking that into consideration it's a no brainer. Call quality wasn't impressive unfortunately, but I hope an update fixes that.
I have smaller ear canals and the Sony's hurt my ears after more than 30 minutes of use. I own both the senheiser m2's and the xm4s and the audio quality between the two is nearly identical (with Sony having a little more bass and the senheisers have a slightly larger sound stage) and honestly if it wasn't for the pain I get when wearing them I would go with Sony all the way because I believe with future updates these things will eventually smoke everything else! But they gotta be comfortable. Comfort is key. If you have small ear canals go with the senheisers
Im curious how much bass in the Sony M4's, because the last pair of Sony earbuds i got had way to much bass and basically washed out all music i listened to and made them unusable Im almost certain its like that with all the earbuds for that particular model....
Best video coparison ever. Thanks my friend id like to checkout more on your channel because i really like how you manage video editings and how you really do test products in the field and in the right environment i wanted to see, synce it's leaking of this informations on internet.
I bought the WH-1000XM4 several months ago and I love them. However, due to their size and specifications there are certain places where you would prefer to use smaller ones. I am an Apple user and I also have Airpods 2, but I was interested in noise cancellation. If I already have the Sony technology in the WH. Is it better for me to mix with the WF or maybe scale from the Airpods 2 to the Airpods Pro?
The Airpods Pro have great noise cancellation so it might be worth it for you to upgrade to the Pros and use them instead of the over-ears whenever you need the smaller buds
Go with the airpods pro. They're under 200 now a days. Which makes it worth it for me. It's just a better overall specially if you're an ios user. I'm personally getting a second pair. And i "might" get the airpods max with it.
Bro, thank you for your honest review! 17:50 I have a question help me plz!(Kazakhstan)If the good deals aren't shown often in my country, would be the sony wf-xm 4 better choice in comparison to tw2?
Hey Andy! Stumbled across your channel about a few days ago and really appreciate the reviews. I've been debating whether to get the Momentum TW2 and MW08. I'm really a sound guy, but I'm also trying to pursue an active lifestyle. The MW08 also has a sport version, that supposedly has the same sound as the mw08, just for 50$ extra for the Kevlar-now-wireless-charging case. What would you recommend for someone who wants a truly enjoyable listening experience and one who can really hear the details and subtleties of the music.
I haven't had a chance to test the MW08 Sport so I'm not sure if their fit is snug enough or not. The Sennheiser buds sit tight in my ears. With some foam tips you can improve the fit even further so I'd say give the Sennheiser a go especially at a discounted price
@@AndysTechTone Thank you for your recommendation Andy! Which would you say has a better sound? My preferences are a mostly natural sound, with deep, resonant bass. Which earbuds, between all of which you've tested, really allows you to enjoy and hear nuances in music while still maintaining clarity and resonance? Again, thank you for the quick reply, I appreciate it! 👍
@@wyatttaliancich2947 The Momentum TWS2 are a bit more balanced sounding with a tactile bass while the MW08 are a bit on the warm side with a less extended top end. I don't know how much detail you need to enjoy music but I enjoy them both for sure. Other buds with great sound (in my opinion) are the B&W PI7, Kef Mu3, Jaybird Vista 2 and the Sony XM4
This whole overview was really helpful! Unfortunately the NuraTrues just dropped and I see lots of people saying the dominate the Sony's 😬 Can we expect a comparison review from you?
Do they ever fall out of your ears? If you don't mind could you try to shake your head for a bit to see if they fall out or not that's how i test my wireless earbuds😅
Jaybird gang ima have to cop the 2’s cos my original Jaybirds finally gave out after 2+ years specifically the right earbud but they have been extremely durable
Great guide thank you. Im waiting for my Sony's to arrive from the US. I was using the Bose Sound Sport the first generation. It has great sound but they have only lasted 4 years and the battery dies after 38 minutes 😢😢 I bought the Jabra 4 active in the meantime. They ok 👍 sound is not bad but nothing like the Bose.
Thank you so much for your honest review. Never saw so far, this kind of comparison. Extremely well done professional video production as well !!!
Thank you 👍
Very true indeed. Now am sure the Sony’s are my favourite.
My 2nd month with XM4's and I'm loving every minute of use.
Following application of the right size choice of bud tips, a proper set up of EQ and assigning your preferred actions to the touch controls, the XM4's are unbeatable as of 2021, especially if price is a factor, despite the Sony's not being cheap at all. The ANC performance is unreal. During my first day I kept taking one ear bud out thinking I had a stroke and couldn't hear anymore. The only caveat to get the most out of XM4's, make sure your device supports Bluetooth 5.2 for a separate, dedicated connection to each bud from the source device. Playing high quality lossless .flac files over Sony's LDAC codec on its highest 990kbps setting, I personally can't tell the difference between dedicated wired cans. Even on 660kbps setting, sound quality is better than a CD but with improved range, 20+ metres. The used music source device is a Pixel 6.
@bron lebron I would take XM4's any day although they are both so good the difference is minor. While the actual active ANC performance is very similar, I'd still claim the XM4's as being superior. IMO, the memory foam tips help more with noise cancellation than the slight software/hardware improvements. However XM4's do seem to to react to touch inputs and other changes faster. My phone is Bluetooth 5.2 compatible so I can't vouch for how older 5.0 source devices will perform.
I just got them Saturday and try them out Monday for extreme work outs at the gym had had no issues falling out no issues while squatting no issues while bench pressing noise canceling is amazing I can’t not hear the sloppy music they play at the gym I can’t hear people talking I can’t hear the wight being slam they remind off the beats solo off the noise canceling the beats solo first edition noise canceling were amazing too but I like the ear buds cuz I have thick hair these are perfect for daily use the ear tips that came with don’t penetrate my ears like how some people complain I was able use them for full day workout with out ear pain or being uncomfortable today I’m try running with them on treadmill
@805GAMER805CASB how are they after 4 months? Still reccomend them? I bought them but then wanted to change for senheiser but it's a big hassle to get them arrived first then send back and all the while having hundreds of dollars missing from my account until all that got resolved I'm thinking I'll just keep the sony's since they're already on their way
@@zignimus5334 Absolutely, I carry them everywhere I go.
@PushyPawn I read alot of reviews on amazong where people have 1 of the earbuds making a buzzing sound or one of them dies all the time, alot of people said the batteries only last 2 hours after they opened them fir a year, have you experienced any of these issues ?
top notch! the best earbuds reviewer i've ever seen in 2021.
this video deserved 100k likes no joking. goodluck mate
Thank you 👍😎
I just bought the XM4. I had the AirPods, airpods pro and the studio buds but these are the best in all categories except that the studio buds fit a little better in the ear
How are the Sony's earbuds themselves compared to the airpods pro in terms of weight. How heavy are they when in your ear and can you hear the outside world fine with the Sony's ambient mode on, or are the airpods pro's far better in that category? Lastly, do you not find them too huge? They look massive, but then when I see them in people's ears, it doesn't look that bad
I totally appreciate the in depth review of these earbuds. Great great work here. Your channel is most definitely going to keep growing. Excellent content.
... I think I'd personally like to get a pair of the Jaybird Vistas. Something about them that's really getting my attention. They'd fit into my daily lifestyle better I think
Same here 👍
Awesome review and comparison! I love how you were inside your house for parts of the video and then for the rest you were outside which was a great change of scenery.
Thanks bud 👍 Galway is a beautiful town so I get out as much as I can 😎
@@AndysTechTone No worries. It was a very good and detailed video.
How you only have 9.43K subscribers is beyond me. You have extremely high quality editing and information on your videos.
Thanks Dave. Subscribers will come eventually... 😎
I found switching to the large size buds made a world of improvement with the sound quality of the Sony WF-1000 for me. It took me a while to catch on but got there eventually.
Eartips can make a huge difference indeed
I cant believe you have “only” 20k subs you deserve more. Well done
Working on it, thanks for watching 😊
Best comparison so far. Kudos to you my friend!😃👍👍
Thank you 👍
I have no words to express how incredibly awesome this comparison was... THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Thanks for watching 👍
Great, comprehensive video! Initially I thought I wanted the new Sony's, but after watching I don't know if they're the best for me. Excellent format that focuses on a larger number of points, letting the user assess based on his/her needs 👍
Glad you found it useful buddy 👍
Just as a follow-up to my comlent above, I purchased the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro. Given I have the S21 Ultra and the Tab S7+, the connectivity between both devices is fluid (plus they connect seamlessly to my work PC for Teams calls).
In terms of sound/music quality, I find them very much superior to my AirPods Pro. However for noise cancelling the Galaxy Buds Pro definitely don't block as efficiently as the AirPods Pro.
Once again this video was very informative, helping me consider what I needed to consider in my purchase 👍
@@christopherkowalewski Glad the Samsung buds turned out to be great for you, thanks for the update 👍
This is the most thourough channel for earbud reviews!!
Will you review the Technics earbuds? It feels like it's an unicorn out there.
Maybe, at some stage I'll have a look at Technics buds
@@AndysTechTone that would be great. Thanks so much for all the effort you put on your reviews!
@@AndysTechTone the noise cancelling is good the sound quality is average.
Excellent reviews and comparisons. Very very useful. I only have MW08. Never tried the others but good to know how the others compare.
I bought the XM4s this week and I was blown away by the sound quality, ANC and Ambient sound modes especially in Ambient sound there is no or very little sound quality difference which I did not notice. I bought the Vista 2s 3 weeks ago and the ANC is just ok but I was very disappointed with their SurroundSense mode - the music sounded flat like clanging cymbals and this is coming from a Jaybird user as far back as Bluebuds X. I agree the fit is not the best for everyone but I'm fine with it, you have to compress the foam tips before wearing it. Realistically, you cannot put check marks on all the boxes on any product out there. You just have to find one that suits your preferences and needs. A perfect product doesn't exist.
To summarize, I would use my Vista 2s for workout and the XM4s for daily use and travel. Using the riding mower to cut the grass might be a toss up lol.
100% agree 👍
Another awesome review you're the man, I have most of the earphones you have mentioned. Master and dynamics 08 are the only pair that you can tell the difference between HD and Ultra HD when streaming. I love them.
What do you mean HD and ultra HD?
I got the sennheiser MW2 recently couldn’t be happier .. the sound quality is crisp , clean and the bass resonates so deep and fades away soon as it’s no longer needed for the treble and mids to shine as well … I haven’t tried or seen any earbuds that comes close and the earbuds are quite comfortable at least for my ears.. I just wish the case was a little smaller
Can't agree more
Have you tried the cx true wireless? How different would you say the sound is?
Yeah the sound depends on the fit you get with any buds as well
@@saki3963 not much to be honest .. if u getting the cx is like mtw 2 without the little bells and whistles .. the anc isn’t mind blowing by any means .. but it does feel and look more premium compare to the CX .. sound quality is neck and neck .. and the cx has a smaller case and footprint .. but the momentum 2s has received a firmware update so the call quality is slightly better than the CX .. but if u don’t care much for the extra features jump on the CX u will still be good if u don’t travel a lot and aren’t in noisy places a lot
Based on the look I'd choose the Sennheisers too 😊
Man.
Your reviews are Top Notch 💯
I like the quality... Thank you. I'm watching from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹
Thanks bud 👍
Awesome review! Really appreciated this one.
Thanks buddy, glad to hear 👍
Thanks for the comparison format. It works well because the Sony Wf-1000XM4 seem to be internet reviewers' consensus best overall pick, but others have some strong points that beat them in certain categories. I am leaning toward getting both the Sonys, but also considering Sennheiser, + Jaybirds for workouts if I can find on a deal on them.
It's hard to find better buds overall but they are hardly the best option for exercise for sure
@@AndysTechTone Yeah, thinking of either Jaybird vista 1 or 2 for that purpose.
Really great review. Love how on point and crisp it was and you make it clear that it's mostly your opinion and not a fact.
Thanks buddy 👍 that’s what I try to do in every single one of my reviews 😎
Really was looking for this comparison.
Thank you for making this video.
Thanks for watching 👍
What the hell?! I think this was the most perfect earbud review I’ve ever watched and I’ve watched hundred upon hundred! Excellent job! What about a review of the Bang and Olufsen EQs?
Thanks 👍 I'd love to review the new B&O buds at some stage...
@@AndysTechTone your opinion please, which buds had the best call quality? I have the AirPods, the Pros, The Momentum TW2, had the Sony XM3, the jay birds, and none come close to having good call quality plus good sound stage, at least not close to AirPods for calls. Which I really need.
The 1More Comfobuds Pro have one of the best phone call quality I've heard beside the Airpods Pro. Jabras are usually good too. Or there are the Edifier Neobuds Pro as another option
Big big thumbs up! exactly what i need, i know what i should get now. will keep watching your videos, very enjoyable.
You should know these comparison will never end, like compare sennheiser momentum 2 to mw08..lol
You can never have enough comparisons for sure... 😂
Super detailed great review! Loved the Sennheiser momentum’s but there was a a hiss when using the noise reduction?
you do really thorough job on your videos. your earbuds comparison was a great help for me to choose. Thanks a lot for your work, Andy.
Great to hear that Alex, glad I could help. Thanks for watching 👍
Thanks a lot for the awesome work and time dedicated on the videos. I really like your approach to review, objective and consistent, and the end recommendation as audio quality and stable fit are my top priorities. I'm trying to find an all-around pair that withstand my alien-acid sweat for indoor cycling and has a good ANC for traveling and commute, call quality for zoom meetings and not costing a liver would be a great bonus. The Jabra 75t sport and Vista 2 are the closest candidates, but the ANC on the vista seems quite useless. Would love to hear if you have any other in mind for the use case above.
Thanks Sandro 👍 I cannot think of a better option than the Vista 2, really. The ANC is far from useless and it actually does a decent job especially if you listen to music at medium or higher volume levels...
Great wrap up. Think the Jaybirds are really underrated but agree - both Sony and Jaybird.
Excellent & detailed review! Thank you for taking the time to do it.
No worries, thanks for watching Hashim 👍
Amazingly comprehensive review; thank you so much!!
Thanks for watching Alex 👍
I just got the xm4s today and turning on the noise cancelling is like being deaf.
Great video! I personally use my buds to work out and have the galaxy buds pro. However, they fall out all the time while I workout so I have been eyeballing the jaybirds! I would love to see a top 5 workout ear bud video from you!
I've been thinking about such video for a while now but I need to test a few newly released sport earbuds before I can put together my list of top 5
@@AndysTechTone good to hear, I can't wait to check it out when you release it, earned my sub 👍
@@StevenMakesVids it's going to be a while before I can make it but I appreciate your sub ☺️👍
Okay! B&W with that Wireless transmitter case! I see you!
I like the bass I get from my XM4s though. :)
Nice Video! Are you considering reviewing the Devialet Gemini?
Thanks 👍 but no such review is scheduled yet. However I can see a lot of interest in those buds from you guys, so we'll see 😎
Great to have a side-by-side review..so just considering sound quality guess you rank/describe them something like this:
1) B&W PI7 - more detailed sound
2) Kef Mu3 - rich and cohesive sound
3) Sennheiser TWS 2 - mature sound with less energy in upper midrange/lower treble
4) Jaybird Vista 2 - balanced sound
5) Bose QC - well balanced, rich and detailed
6) M&D MW08 - warm and rich but Sony more bassy and extended treble
7) Sony - bassy, warm and detailed
8) Samsung - open and clear but misses Sony power and mid bass warmth
9) Jabra 85T - misses Sony spaciousness and detail
I wouldn't call it a ranking as everyone loves a different sound and every genre requires something different too but the description is correct 😎
@@AndysTechTone Cool, thanks yep good point!
This is the summary of sound quality of all tws in the video. Thanks
@@mrazry11 Welcome, btw by "rich" is meant I think (based purely on the headfi glossary definition) "full" i.e. with adequate low frequency weight for voices between 100Hz and 300Hz (the opposite of a "thin" or bass light analytical sound)
@@GIChow something like that, enough bass, but not too overpowering so the midrange sounds full bodied, detailed and clear too
Hi, Andy. thanks for well prepared and detailed review! respect to your professionalism !
Thanks for watching 👍
Wonderful review!! I love my Jaybird Vista 2!
I love mine too 😎
Awesome detailed review, you put so much effort into this, keep up the good work, God bless
Thanks Godwin, much appreciated 👍
Fantastic comparison review. Focused on exactly the most important features! Thanks very much.
Thanks for watching Michael 👍
I love my Bose QC earbuds but the size and lack of single bud use makes them less usable as everyday earbuds. After getting the XM4s they always live in my pocket but the Bose are still my go to earbuds for working out.
I wish the QC buds weren't that big so I could use them for workouts too
Finally someone who gave real answers to the questions i wanted to know but im torn between the Sennheiser Momentum 2 and Bose QuietComfort. I will mostly be using for outside garden work and i like metal music so if anyone got any information on the music side of those two would be great appreciated thanks.
Super impressive mic work in the M&D
Love the comparison. I just bought the Sony xm4 and the button on the left earbud that switches from ambient to noise canceling already quit working. I've only used them 3 times and will be returning them. After watching this, I'll be trying the Jaybird Vista 2. Thanks!
Hope you can get a refund and the Vista 2 will have no such issues!
I ended up going with the Jabra elite 7 active after watching your other review on them.
@@jonf.3918 not a bad choice 👍
Awesome review! I have both Sony 1000xm4 & vista 2. I returned the Sony xm4’s, I too felt that the Vista 2’s were a better versatile bud that I could use for both working out and every day listening I also liked the eq better on the vistas. The Vista 2 were also cheaper and had better build quality IMO.
If Jaybird is listening 👂 I don’t like that they have proprietary ear tips. I would like the option to use different ear tips of my choice.
Totally agree except that I like the integrated tips as they fit perfectly in my ears 😎
@@AndysTechTone Yes! I have no issues with the integrated tips like I thought I was. Most rubber tips don’t work well with my ears so I usually go with the comply foam tips. However I managed to take the original ear tips off and fit some comply tips that I had laying around. I like using both for different situations!
@@SteveO4478 Interesting but hey, as long as it works for you that's great 😊
Thank you for a good review.
Have you tried out Libratone buds as well?
Also, which buds do you think would be best for classical music?
Thanks 👍 I haven't tested any Libratone buds yet but a review is coming soon...
This is a fantastic and really comprehensive video. Thank you man!
Thanks for watching 👍
Thank you for you very comprehensive review. The XM4's are my choice mainly for their superior ANC and battery life. However, I'm finding that they have a lot of trouble with background whooshing sound in ambient or ANC mode after a few months use. I have had one pair replaced by Sony already. I purchased a second pair to have while I waited for their return and after less than 3 months use I now have the same issue. I also had these type of issues with the Jabra elite75T with one earbud failing. Is there an issue with these earbuds packing so much tech into such a small package that they just fail? Sony were very good at replacing them with no issues about it but it's very annoying to have them fail after such short use.
Just ordered the Sennheiser TWM3's. They look like they have all the features of the Sony's, and then some. Just hoping Sennheiser adds Multipoint to them soon, as they are promising.
Yeah, Sennheiser buds are always promising, hope to get my hands on a set soon 😎
Awesome!!! Comparison of some audio quality and this review would be primo perfect!!! Thank u though! You helped me make my decision!
The sony xm4 now support multipoint with their newest update
Yep, that's true
Hi Andy, thanks for the great review.
I have one question that no review seems to answer: how are the volumes on these earbuds? I know it will depend on ear, phone, app being used etc, but since you probably tested all of them with the same exact things then please tell me, between the xm4, momentum tw2, m&d mw08 and buds pro. I own the xm4s but at max it still needs a little "bump" sometimes when I want to really jam to the music.
You may not have used these at max volume, but if you did can you rank these in terms of volume please? And anyone else that has some of these earbuds. Thank you! I love the xm4s but depending on what is said I might have to try another one.
Glad you have the rapid fire comparison and surprise that you choose other alternatives besides Sony.
To get the whole picture you have to look at all possibilities
Thumbs up on the format.
Thanks Jon 👍
Great presentation Sir.
Thank you 🙏
So thorough! This was a great set of comparisons that got right to the point yet was still super informative.
I wasn't even sure if the video would work, but looks like it does. Thanks for your feedback Jason 👍
@@AndysTechTone and lpq0
Hi sir interm soundquality and bright between sony and jaybird vista2 which 1 is better?
I recently tried bose quiet comfort and their sport, xm4s and sennheisers mtw2 and as an audiophile who enjoys comfort and quality. Sennheiser takes the cake.
I switched out the og ear tips for some foam comply ear tips and they are incredibly comfortable and help with passive noise cancelation. Theu stay in no matter what I do and I've had no complaints about call quality.
If you're an fan of quality audio and intuitive layouts and controls. Sennheiser is your best bet
Where are you from mate? You sound Hungarian. Van bojler eladó!
Great video btw.
Reviewing boilers might not suit the channel. De azért köszi 😎
Awesome. I see you have the Elac speakers in the background, and if you love Andrew Jones sound signature, I would recommend you to try out the Technics EAH-AZ70W, in either ANC or Ambient mode, with Bass Enhancer mode.
Thanks for the tip 👍
Great review. I have the Vista 1st generation and was debating on the Sony and Vista 2.
Love the format and great job as usual!
Thanks for your feedback Dike 👍😎
Hey mate. I love your video and your review. I would like to ask your recommendation between Marshall mode II and Sony WF SP800N, which one should i get? Im looking a TWS where i can use them for gym and daily use (listen to music and for call)
Thanks 👍 I never used the Marshall but the SP800 are still one of the best all purpose earbuds out there.
Cheers mate. Im going for Sony then. Thanks for the reply mate Appreciated it!! Love your channel. Deep explanation and entertaining kn the way you presenting it!. Keep it up mate! 💪
@@yohanesputranto No worries buddy 😎
great comparison. keep doing more like this.
Thanks 👍 the next one is coming soon for the Sennheiser MTW3
I use the XM4's almost EVERYDAY for my Amazon shift. These are completely unbeatable overall, by far. I have never found a better pair of TWS's, with my previous one's being the Buds Pro before I lost them
The XM4 are the best TWS if you have the right ears for their fit
I agree you should look at another TWS if you have smaller than average Ears
I have almost everything now. The XM4’s are the best. I have LDAC as well but even if I didn’t they would be number one for me.
Your review video is amazing, you helps me alot for choosing a good earbud
Glad I could help, thanks for watching 👍
Thank you Andy . Love love love your content . Very thorough
Thanks James 👍
Really good and professional review!!! Thank you!
No worries man, thanks for watching 👍
flawless review!!! thanx for the video
Thanks for your feedback Pablo 👍
excellent videos. very comprehensive and organized. Learned a lot !
Thanks Brett, glad you found them useful 👍
Thank you so much for such an amazing detailed comparison, but I still can't seem to conclude. Which of these earbuds would you recommend for an accurate listening experience for listening to music the way artist intended them to?
Either the Sennheiser Momentum TWS2 or the Bang & Olufsen EQ (not tested here though)
@@AndysTechTone thank you so much for getting back to me I highly appreciate it!
Not me, I returned the Bowers & Wilkins. The buds had a suction plug type fit, and the right ear would fall out during workout. I still needed to crank up the volume as well, so I returned them. So glad I purchased right from B&W, YOU GET A 30 DAY REFUND
Which earbuds are you planning on getting next? I literally just returned my b&w pi7 but not due to the sound quality but more toward really bad call mic quality. Although right now I’m a bit torn to whether to try my luck on another pi7 or either the Sony xm4 or the sennheiser
I actually returned the Xm4's as the left bud kept falling out my ear. I have the over ear Xm4"s but for earbuds I'm about to purchase pi7 as sound is real important. I'm able to get them for 300 US so taking that into consideration it's a no brainer. Call quality wasn't impressive unfortunately, but I hope an update fixes that.
300 bucks for the PI7 is not too bad
I have smaller ear canals and the Sony's hurt my ears after more than 30 minutes of use. I own both the senheiser m2's and the xm4s and the audio quality between the two is nearly identical (with Sony having a little more bass and the senheisers have a slightly larger sound stage) and honestly if it wasn't for the pain I get when wearing them I would go with Sony all the way because I believe with future updates these things will eventually smoke everything else! But they gotta be comfortable. Comfort is key. If you have small ear canals go with the senheisers
100% agree
Wish I read this before I ordered mine
Get xsmall ear tips. It's a life changer, I was about to return my XM4, then I tried Cp360 xsmall. Now, they're a lot more comfortable.
Im curious how much bass in the Sony M4's, because the last pair of Sony earbuds i got had way to much bass and basically washed out all music i listened to and made them unusable Im almost certain its like that with all the earbuds for that particular model....
The XM4 is kind of well balanced, I’ve heard earbuds with tons of overpowering bass, this is not one of them
Best video coparison ever. Thanks my friend id like to checkout more on your channel because i really like how you manage video editings and how you really do test products in the field and in the right environment i wanted to see, synce it's leaking of this informations on internet.
Thanks buddy, I appreciate your feedback 👍
I bought the WH-1000XM4 several months ago and I love them. However, due to their size and specifications there are certain places where you would prefer to use smaller ones. I am an Apple user and I also have Airpods 2, but I was interested in noise cancellation. If I already have the Sony technology in the WH. Is it better for me to mix with the WF or maybe scale from the Airpods 2 to the Airpods Pro?
The Airpods Pro have great noise cancellation so it might be worth it for you to upgrade to the Pros and use them instead of the over-ears whenever you need the smaller buds
Go with the airpods pro. They're under 200 now a days. Which makes it worth it for me. It's just a better overall specially if you're an ios user. I'm personally getting a second pair. And i "might" get the airpods max with it.
Bro, thank you for your honest review! 17:50 I have a question help me plz!(Kazakhstan)If the good deals aren't shown often in my country, would be the sony wf-xm 4 better choice in comparison to tw2?
I believe that these are two exceptional earbuds so get whichever one you can get
Hey Andy! Stumbled across your channel about a few days ago and really appreciate the reviews. I've been debating whether to get the Momentum TW2 and MW08. I'm really a sound guy, but I'm also trying to pursue an active lifestyle. The MW08 also has a sport version, that supposedly has the same sound as the mw08, just for 50$ extra for the Kevlar-now-wireless-charging case. What would you recommend for someone who wants a truly enjoyable listening experience and one who can really hear the details and subtleties of the music.
I haven't had a chance to test the MW08 Sport so I'm not sure if their fit is snug enough or not. The Sennheiser buds sit tight in my ears. With some foam tips you can improve the fit even further so I'd say give the Sennheiser a go especially at a discounted price
@@AndysTechTone Thank you for your recommendation Andy! Which would you say has a better sound? My preferences are a mostly natural sound, with deep, resonant bass. Which earbuds, between all of which you've tested, really allows you to enjoy and hear nuances in music while still maintaining clarity and resonance? Again, thank you for the quick reply, I appreciate it! 👍
@@wyatttaliancich2947 The Momentum TWS2 are a bit more balanced sounding with a tactile bass while the MW08 are a bit on the warm side with a less extended top end. I don't know how much detail you need to enjoy music but I enjoy them both for sure. Other buds with great sound (in my opinion) are the B&W PI7, Kef Mu3, Jaybird Vista 2 and the Sony XM4
Nice review! Sennheisers are 200 on Amazon right now. Heck of a deal.
200 for those buds is a steal indeed
Thank you so much for making this video. Really useful.
I bought wf1000xm3s. The sound is nice but they get tiring in the ear if held too long.
No worries, thanks for watching 👍
This whole overview was really helpful! Unfortunately the NuraTrues just dropped and I see lots of people saying the dominate the Sony's 😬 Can we expect a comparison review from you?
I'd like to review them at some stage, not sure when though...
Excellent comparison and yes i do like pi7 based on being able to use my old IPOD with it.
Love the work you did,and keep it up.
That's the biggest advantage of the PI7, bringing old gadgets back to life
@@AndysTechTone it is. And it's amazingly RARELY mentioned in reviews. To me its a big Innovation and plus.
Well done sir...it's an excellent video.
@@technicalwealth7981 thanks 👍
All of them are expensive TWS, so the review was helpful.
I chose jabra because of its functionality.
In terms of functionality the Jabras are hard to beat
Excellent review!
Probably the best one yet! 👏👏👏
I've decided to get the xm4's on the basis of this video. 😉
Greta to hear, thanks! Let me know when you get the buds 😎
Okay. The buds have arrived and they are splendid indeed! A bit on the pricey side but you get what you pay for and these are top drawer. 👍👍👍
Glad you like them. These are one of the best earbuds you can get these days indeed! Enjoy your tunes 😁
Super high quality video! Great job
Thanks Ratchetti 👍😎
Amazing reviews and comparison! Just what I was looking for! Thanks!
Thanks Nilson, glad you like it 👍
Most informative video , Excellent and very keen review, thanks a lot
Thanks for watching 👍
The XM4 is definitely top tier right now, just got my second pair After my dog Chewed up my first ones
Excellent review!
Thanks 👍
You have a very well accent, thanks for the video 👍
Fast and concise review. I like it! 👍
Glad to hear it Maciej, thanks for watching 👍
wow no words. excellent video shapo!
Thanks buddy 👍
Ditto - excellent review and extremely helpful.
Glad you think so 😎 thanks for watching 👍
The fit is better than most earbuds in general on the XM-4’s once you get it right
If you can get it right at all…
I just got my sony xm4 and they are awesome Im very happy.
Do they ever fall out of your ears?
If you don't mind could you try to shake your head for a bit to see if they fall out or not that's how i test my wireless earbuds😅
Great video! Right to the point and explained perfectly! Thank you
Thanks Brian, so glad you liked it 😊
No prob, love to hear what you think about the new Beats fit pro true wireless
Yeah, I'd love that too. The Beats Fit Pro is not available in Ireland yet but I'm trying get my hands on a pair. Hope I get it soon...
Mic quality and price puts Jabra for me as clear winner since elite 65t era for all multipurpose wireless earbuds on the market hands down.
Extra points for listening to Fleetwood Mac's Future Games album!
Haha, thanks 😁
Jaybird gang ima have to cop the 2’s cos my original Jaybirds finally gave out after 2+ years specifically the right earbud but they have been extremely durable
Awesome round up!
Thanks 😎👍
Great guide thank you. Im waiting for my Sony's to arrive from the US. I was using the Bose Sound Sport the first generation. It has great sound but they have only lasted 4 years and the battery dies after 38 minutes 😢😢 I bought the Jabra 4 active in the meantime. They ok 👍 sound is not bad but nothing like the Bose.
The Jabra sound is good but not as exciting or dynamic as the Bose for sure. Sony is much closer though