Over-Ear
Beyerdynamic DT 100
38Weak
$250
Full review dataBeyerdynamic DT 100 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WH-1000XM6 - Outstanding overall at around $398.
Over-Ear
Sony WH-1000XM6
89Outstanding
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 6 of 7 measures.
- Beyerdynamic DT 100
- Sony WH-1000XM6
HearWiki score
38
89
Sound
4.3
9.0
Noise cancelling
-
9.6
Battery
-
8.1
Calls
-
9.6
Value
2.5
8.2
Price (USD)
$250
$400
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Half a step newer
Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025) against Beyerdynamic DT 100 (2019). The Sony WH-1000XM6 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None.
- DT 1002019
- WH-1000XM620256 yr newer
What differsDT 100WH-1000XM6
- ANC type
- None
- Adaptive
Platform
Specifications
DT 100WH-1000XM6
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $250
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 38
- 89
- Released
- 2019
- 2025
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- dynamic
- 30 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- -
- 30 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 4 Hz - 40 kHz
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 48 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 103 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.3
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- Yes
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- -
- 40 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 30 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 210 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 3 min → 3 h
- Wireless charging
- -
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- ANC type
- -
- adaptive
- Transparency mode
- -
- Yes
- Companion app
- -
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- -
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- Yes
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Voice assistant
- -
- Yes
- Weight
- 350 g
- 254 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- Yes
- Connector
- 6.35 mm
- 3.5 mm
- Microphones
- -
- 12
- Microphone type
- -
- MEMS
What reviewers said
Beyerdynamic DT 100
The Beyerdynamic DT 100 is a wired, closed-back studio headphone built for reliable monitoring in tracking and broadcast environments. Its rugged, workmanlike design and strong passive isolation make it a long-standing industry staple, though its 16-ohm version still benefits from a decent amp to sound its best. Overall, it delivers a practical, clear sound profile that prioritizes function over flair.
- Pro:Extremely durable, tank-like build quality
- Pro:Excellent passive sound isolation for studio use
- Pro:Clear, honest monitoring sound for vocals and instruments
- Con:Requires a decent amplifier despite low impedance
- Con:Sound signature is dry and utilitarian, not for casual listening
- Con:Outdated comfort and fit compared to modern designs
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a long-lasting battery and support for high-quality audio codecs. It features multipoint Bluetooth connectivity and a transparent mode, making it a versatile choice for both focused listening and everyday commutes. With a lightweight build and tactile controls, it balances comfort and functionality for extended use.
- Pro:Adaptive active noise cancellation for personalized silencing
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device switching
- Pro:Transparency mode for ambient awareness when needed
- Con:No water resistance rating for wet conditions
- Con:No wireless charging option
- Con:Relies on physical buttons rather than touch controls
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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