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Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 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.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 5 of 7 measures.

  • Cambridge Audio Melomania P100
  • Sony WH-1000XM6
HearWiki score
79
89
Sound
8.3
9.0
Noise cancelling
7.2
9.6
Battery
10.0
8.1
Calls
7.2
9.6
Value
8.0
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?

Mixed generations

Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025) against Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 (2024). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 brings Top codec aptX Lossless against LC3, while the Sony WH-1000XM6 answers with LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Melomania P1002024
  • WH-1000XM620251 yr newer
What differsMelomania P100WH-1000XM6

Platform

Top codec
aptX Lossless
LC3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Level on: Bluetooth, Multipoint pairing.

Specifications

Melomania P100WH-1000XM6
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$250
$400
HearWiki score
79
89
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
30 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
30 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
48 Ω
Sensitivity
-
103 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
100 h
40 h
Battery life (ANC on)
60 h
30 h
Full charge time
-
210 min
Quick charge
-
3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
330 g
254 g
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
-
Yes
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
-
12
Microphone type
-
MEMS

What reviewers said

Cambridge Audio Melomania P100

The Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 are over-ear wireless headphones with hybrid active noise cancellation, designed for long listening sessions with up to 100 hours of battery life. They feature a 40mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.3 with support for SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless codecs, plus multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC for effective noise reduction
  • Pro:High-quality audio codec support including aptX Lossless
  • Pro:Multipoint for easy switching between devices
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Heavier than some competitors at 330g
  • Con:Limited frequency response range (20 Hz - 20 kHz)

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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