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Sony WF-LS900N

64/ 100
Good
HearWiki score

Priced about right

$160
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

Brand
Sony
Type
True Wireless
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
Yes
Released
2022

Score breakdowngood overall

Sound7.4
Noise cancelling7.3
Battery6.7
Calls6.2
Value5.8

The Sony LinkBuds S WF-LS900N are true wireless earbuds with active noise canceling, IPX4 water resistance, and support for high-resolution audio via LDAC.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The Sony WF-LS900N earbuds are a compact, featherweight option that balances everyday usability with premium touches like adaptive noise cancellation and LDAC support. They offer a comfortable fit, dependable battery life, and a well-rounded feature set that makes them a strong mid-range choice for most listeners.

What works

  • Very lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Adaptive ANC and transparency mode work effectively
  • IPX4 sweat and water resistance for workouts
  • Battery life matches advertised figures in real-world use

What doesn't

  • No wireless charging support
  • Small 5 mm drivers limit bass depth and dynamics
  • Battery life with ANC on is modest at around 6 hours
  • Not class-leading sound quality in its price range

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Sony WF-LS900N
Driver5 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size5 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz

What the reviews said

4 source(s) feeding this product's score.

gadgets360.com

Gadgets 360 characterizes the WF-LS900N as close to flagship class but not fully there. It highlights the 5 mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.2, LDAC support, IPX4 rating, and battery life that comes reasonably close to the advertised figures.

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stuffindia.in

Stuff India lists the earbuds as a well-rounded option with compact design and modern features like Bluetooth 5.2, LDAC, and multipoint support. Its specification-focused review emphasizes the small size, light weight, and practical battery life rather than any major weaknesses.

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thehindu.com

The Hindu describes the WF-LS900N as a practical successor with rich audio. The review also reports battery life close to Sony’s claims, including roughly 5:30 to 6 hours with ANC on and about 19 to 20 hours total with the case.

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whathifi.com

The LinkBuds S are presented as strong all-rounders, with especially good comfort and build quality. The review’s score breakdown suggests solid sound performance, though not necessarily class-leading in every area.

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