True Wireless
Hidizs H1
62Average
$299
Full review dataHidizs H1 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.
Hidizs H1
Sound6.0
Battery4.5
Calls5.0
Value6.5
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Hidizs H1 | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $299 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 62 / 100 · Average | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2018 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | single dynamic driver | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 10.2 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 112 dB/mW | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX-LL | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | Yes |
| Controls | buttons | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 20 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | - | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | HD Call support | - |
What reviewers said
Hidizs H1
The Hidizs H1 is a budget-friendly wireless IEM that offers a comfortable fit and a mild V-shaped sound signature, making it a solid choice for casual listening. It supports aptX and other codecs via its Bluetooth module, and while its battery life and volume control are limited, it provides good value for its price.
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended use
- Pro:Mild V-shaped tuning that appeals to many listeners
- Pro:Good value for the price point
- Con:Battery life is on the shorter side
- Con:Volume control on the Bluetooth cable is limited
- Con:Technical performance is only average
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
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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