Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless vs Sony ULT WEAR

The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless and the Sony ULT WEAR perform similarly, which is surprising considering the price gap between them. Both over-ears have a bass-heavy sound with quite balanced mids; however, the ULT WEAR have a very uneven treble response that can render details dull or shrill depending on their pitch. Both headphones have great ANC systems, too, although the XM5s are better at attenuating bass frequency noises, like engine rumble. Otherwise, both over-ears are similarly comfortable and well-built and have commonalities in their design language. The ULT WEAR feature an 'ULT' button that can be handy to amp up the bass for specific tracks on the fly.