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Sony WH-1000XM3 vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Sony WH-1000XM3
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
62
89
Sound
7.5
8.5
Noise cancelling
7.2
8.0
Battery
7.3
9.5
Calls
5.5
7.5
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$110
$130

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X (2026) against Sony WH-1000XM3 (2018). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 4.2. It also adds Wireless charging and Wear detection.

  • WH-1000XM32018
  • Wave Pro X20268 yr newer
What differsWH-1000XM3Wave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
4.2
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode.

Specifications

WH-1000XM3Wave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$110
$130
HearWiki score
62
89
Released
2018
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
4 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
104.5 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
4.2
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
38 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
30 h
60 h
Full charge time
180 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 5 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Alexa, Google Assistant
-
Weight
255 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Sony WH-1000XM3

The Sony WH-1000XM3 is a highly capable over-ear headphone with strong active noise cancellation and a comfortable, foldable design. It delivers a balanced audio profile, impressive battery life, and a wide range of codec support, making it a solid choice for travel and daily use, though its build quality feels somewhat dated compared to newer models. Its touch controls and transparency mode add convenience, but the lack of multipoint pairing may be a drawback for some users.

  • Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
  • Pro:Long battery life (up to 30 hours with ANC)
  • Pro:Wide codec support including LDAC and aptX HD
  • Con:Build quality feels less premium
  • Con:No multipoint Bluetooth pairing
  • Con:No custom EQ settings

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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