True Wireless
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC300TW
72Good
$199
Full review dataAudio-Technica ATH-ANC300TW vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM5 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM5 - Outstanding overall at around $249.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM5
88Outstanding
$249
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC300TW
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery4.0
Calls6.0
Value6.0
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-ANC300TW | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $199 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5.8 mm DLC-coated dynamic | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 5.8 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-25kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 14 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB/mW | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 4.5 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 18 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 14 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | 50 g | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IPX2 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
What reviewers said
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC300TW
The ATH-ANC300TW are compact true-wireless earbuds that deliver rich, detailed audio and reliable hybrid noise cancellation for their size. While they excel in sound quality and portability for workouts, their modest battery life and limited feature set hold them back against top rivals. Overall, they're a strong pick for listeners prioritizing audio performance over endurance.
- Pro:Excellent sound quality with clear detail
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation
- Pro:Compact and comfortable for exercise
- Con:Short battery life (4.5 hours per charge)
- Con:No multipoint pairing
- Con:Limited water resistance (IPX2)
Sony WF-1000XM5
These are high-end true wireless earbuds that focus on adaptive noise cancellation and detailed audio, supporting LDAC for high-resolution streaming. They offer a solid battery life of up to 12 hours without ANC, plus a comfortable fit and IPX4 sweat resistance for daily use. The touch controls and companion app add convenience, though the price reflects their premium status.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Long battery life (12 hours without ANC)
- Pro:Supports LDAC and AAC codecs
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:No higher water resistance rating than IPX4
- Con:Touch controls may take time to master
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