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Sony WH-XB900N 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-XB900N
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
58
89
Sound
6.4
8.5
Noise cancelling
5.8
8.0
Battery
7.8
9.5
Calls
6.3
7.5
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$120
$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-XB900N (2020). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 4.2. It also adds Wireless charging.

  • WH-XB900N2020
  • Wave Pro X20266 yr newer
What differsWH-XB900NWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
4.2
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode.

Specifications

WH-XB900NWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$120
$130
HearWiki score
58
89
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 40 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
50 Ω
-
Sensitivity
101 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
35 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
30 h
60 h
Full charge time
420 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 1 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
254 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
1
-

What reviewers said

Sony WH-XB900N

The Sony WH-XB900N is a wireless over-ear headphone that emphasizes deep, punchy bass, making it a solid pick for bass-heavy music fans. It offers strong battery life, comfortable padding for long listening sessions, and useful features like active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and a customizable EQ. While its sound profile is far from neutral and its noise cancellation is not class-leading, it delivers a feature-rich experience at a budget-friendly price.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 35 hours
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
  • Pro:Supports high-quality codecs including LDAC and aptX HD
  • Con:Bass-heavy tuning can muddy vocals and mids
  • Con:Noise cancellation is weaker than top competitors
  • Con:Very long recharge time

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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