Ear cup padding was strongly praised for plushness, softness, and comfort across multiple reviews.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Clamping force comfort
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Sustainability and repairability
Ear cup padding was strongly praised for plushness, softness, and comfort across multiple reviews.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Clamping force comfort
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Sustainability and repairability
Earcup padding is strongly praised as plush, cushy, soft, and supportive.
Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness
Earpad quality is praised for softness, compliance and plushness, though the more compliant pads may let some larger ears brush the inner baffle.
Pros: ANC effect on sound signature, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Auracast support
Reviewers treated ear cup padding quality as a standout strength, with praise repeated across the supporting review evidence.
Pros: Volume output, Active noise cancellation
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, USB-C
Earpads were widely praised as soft, plush, comfortable, and well made.
Pros: Sustainability and repairability, Replaceable pads/headband
Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Travel friendliness
Ear cup padding was praised for breathability, sweat control, and softness, though one reviewer found the pads getting warm after about an hour.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Cable quality, Preset EQ profile quality
Ear cup padding and space are generally praised for plushness, roominess, and comfort.
Pros: Codec support, aptX
Cons: LDAC, Water/sweat resistance rating
Earcup padding was broadly praised for softness and plush comfort, though some reviewers worried the material felt delicate.
Pros: Award recognition, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: ANC sound impact on audio, ANC effect on sound signature
Padding is widely praised as plush and soft, but one reviewer with larger ears criticized the earcups as too small and shallow.
Pros: Battery, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Volume output
Earpads were mostly praised as soft, breathable, and high quality, though a few reviewers said they could get warm.
Pros: Connectivity versatility, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Active noise cancellation
Ear cup and pad comfort drew consistent praise for plushness, softness, and a comfortable seal.
Pros: Instrument separation, USB-C
Cons: Button control usability, Maximum volume clarity
Ear cup padding was usually praised as plush, soft, and roomy, though one reviewer experienced pressure from internal microphone placement.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Headband adjustability
Cons: Cable quality, Smart Pause performance
Earpad padding is broadly praised for plushness and softness, but several reviewers warn faux leather can get sweaty or may wear over time.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: Portability/foldability, USB-C
Ear cup padding is well regarded, with dense memory foam or soft breathable cushions highlighted by several reviewers.
Pros: Stability, Bluetooth
Cons: Smudge resistance, Smart Pause performance
The ear pads are generally described as soft, comfortable, breathable, and well padded, with one caveat that they can feel slightly shallow.
Pros: Software/setup simplicity, Weight comfort
Cons: Travel friendliness, Sound leakage
Earpads were mostly praised for softness, breathability, and comfort, with one review noting harder pads that may be tight for larger ears.
Pros: Volume output, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Equalizer customization
Ear cup padding was generally well received for plushness, cushioning, and fabric comfort.
Pros: Spatial audio, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Sidetone adjustment quality
Ear cup padding was usually praised as soft and well cushioned, though one long-use review found the earpads warm and sweaty.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, Award recognition
Cons: Cable quality, USB-C
Earpads received strong praise for depth, plushness, breathability, and long-wear comfort.
Pros: Weight comfort, Comfort during long use
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Smudge resistance
Ear cup and headband padding were widely praised for softness, plushness, and comfort, with some caveats about heat or sweat over time.
Pros: Immersive audio quality, ANC background noise level
Cons: Replaceable pads/headband, Replaceable earpads
Ear cup padding was usually praised for memory foam, fabric, breathability, and glasses comfort, though one reviewer found the material hot and not plush enough.
Pros: Charging, Weight comfort
Cons: Sound leakage, Cable quality
Ear cup padding was consistently positive, with reviewers describing the pads as soft, cushiony or well covered.
Pros: Battery, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: 3.5mm analog input availability, Treble clarity
Ear cup padding is praised in one review as plush, while another says the cushions feel less supportive than previous B&W models.
Pros: Frequency response accuracy, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: LDAC, Wear detection performance
Ear cup padding was mostly praised for soft memory foam and a good seal, though a few reviewers felt pressure or heat.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, App
Cons: Wear detection performance, Wear detection auto-pause
Ear cup padding was generally seen as roomy, breathable and supportive, though material feel was not universally preferred.
Pros: Button control usability, Design and Aesthetics
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Included accessories
Earcup padding is described as soft and helpful, but it does not fully offset the on-ear pressure for every listener.
Pros: Bass performance, Maximum volume clarity
Cons: Clamping force comfort, Comfort during long use
Earpads are generally considered plush and supportive, but some reviewers note the openings can feel small or constrictive.
Pros: Instrument separation, Charging
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Water/sweat resistance rating