For a short window, Sony’s newest premium noise‑canceling earbuds are being sold for less than the previous generation, the WF‑1000XM5. B&H Photo is offering the black WF‑1000XM6 at a record low price of $238, a $92 discount off the regular $329.99 price, at checkout. No other retailer currently lists a discount on the XM6.
The XM6 represent a clear step forward from their predecessor and rank among the best noise‑canceling true‑wireless earbuds available. In his review, John Higgins observed that they block surrounding conversations better than any other earbuds he has tested. Sony has also refined the bone‑conduction sensor and added AI‑driven microphones that keep the user’s voice clear during calls, even in noisy settings.
Audio performance is clean and balanced, with a notable bass presence that raises expectations for the WF‑1000XM line. Listeners who like to fine‑tune their experience can use Sony’s Sound Connect app, which provides options to adjust ambient sound levels without removing the earbuds and to customize touch controls.
The XM6 support Sony’s LDAC codec, delivering higher‑resolution audio from compatible Android phones. A new listening mode simulates the ambience of a café, letting users enjoy music as background sound without becoming overly distracted.
Read our full Sony WF‑1000XM6 review.