Over-Ear
JBL Tour One M3
78Great
$300
Full review dataJBL Tour One M3 vs Sony WH-1000XM4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM4 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 WH-1000XM4 - Outstanding overall at around $300.
Over-Ear
Sony WH-1000XM4
88Outstanding
$300
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JBL Tour One M3
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery9.0
Calls7.5
Value7.5
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | JBL Tour One M3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $300 | $300 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2025 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 40,000 Hz | 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 122 dB/mW | 105 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 70 h | 38 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 40 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 180 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 5 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 278 g | 254 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 10 | 2 |
| Call noise reduction | call microphones | - |
What reviewers said
JBL Tour One M3
The JBL Tour One M3 is a premium wireless over-ear headphone that pairs extensive battery life with strong active noise cancellation. It supports high-resolution audio codecs and Bluetooth multipoint for flexible connectivity, while a 40mm driver aims to deliver a lively sound profile. The design is comfortable for long sessions, though it lacks any official water resistance rating.
- Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 70 hours without ANC
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint for seamless device switching
- Con:No water resistance for outdoor or workout use
- Con:Charging takes a relatively long two hours
- Con:Impedance of 18 ohms may be sensitive to source quality
Sony WH-1000XM4
The Sony WH-1000XM4 are premium wireless over-ears that blend top-tier adaptive noise cancellation with a well-balanced, detailed sound signature. They offer a lengthy 30-hour battery, LDAC support, and a comfortable, lightweight build that still holds up well against newer competitors. With handy features like multipoint pairing, touch controls, and a quick charge function, they remain a versatile choice for daily use and travel.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Detailed, accurate audio with LDAC support
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight for long sessions
- Con:No dedicated aptX codec support
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky for some users
- Con:Plastic build feels less premium than price suggests
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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