The Sony WI-C600N Wireless are okay around-the-neck in-ear headphones that have a decent audio reproduction and ANC feature. They're versatile for various everyday uses, but their neckband design might not be for everyone. They also have a disappointing six-hour continuous battery life, and they take about two hours to charge. On the upside, you can use them for commuting or at the office since they block out a good amount of ambient noise, and they're compatible with the Sony mobile app, which offers plenty of customization and control options.
Our Verdict
The Sony WI-C600N are decent mixed usage in-ears. They have a decent audio reproduction that is fairly versatile for many music genres, and they have a good isolation performance, which helps block out ambient noise when commuting or at the office. They sit securely inside the ears and are very breathable thanks to their small design, making them suitable for sports. However, like most Bluetooth headphones, they won’t be ideal for watching video content and gaming due to their high latency.
- Decent audio reproduction.
- Lightweight and fairly comfortable design.
- Good isolation performance.
- Mediocre battery life.
- In-ear fit and neckband design might not be for everyone.
The Sony WI-C600N Wireless are decent for neutral sound. They have a powerful, extended, and consistent bass, a very good and well-balanced mid-range, and a good treble as well. However, they might sound a bit boomy, thick, and cluttered, which will mostly affect vocals and lead instruments. Also, their treble is slightly uneven, resulting in sibilants (S and T sounds) being overly sharp and piercing, while some may lack detail and brightness. Overall, these headphones are fairly versatile for a wide variety of music genres but will be better suited for bass-heavy music. However, the in-ear fit might not be the most comfortable for long listening sessions.
The Sony WI-C600N are decent for commuting. These wireless in-ears have a decent ANC feature that blocks out a good amount of noise, including a decent amount of deep rumbles of plane and bus engines. They also barely leak, so you can mask more noise by raising your listening volume. Also, they have a portable neckband design since the band is flexible and malleable. However, their battery life might not be long enough for long flights.
The Sony WI-C600N Wireless are good for sports. These around-the-neck headphones are fairly portable and easy to carry around, thanks to the flexible neckband design. They sit nicely inside the ears and don’t pop out easily, suitable for most sports. However, some may not like the neckband design when jogging. On the upside, they're lightweight, and the buds are very small, meaning they won’t make you sweat more than usual when using them.
The Sony WI-C600N are okay for the office. The Sony WI-C600N do a good job at blocking out work environment noise like ambient chatter and A/C system noise. They also don’t leak, so surrounding colleagues shouldn’t hear what you’re listening to, even at higher volumes. Unfortunately, they don’t support multi-device pairing, so you can't switch between sources like your PC and phone, and their battery life might not be long enough for a full workday.
The Sony WI-C600N aren't suitable for wireless gaming. Their microphone won’t be suitable for online games, and their battery life won’t be long enough for long gaming sessions. Also, like most Bluetooth headphones, they have latency issues that will make your gaming experience frustrating as there will be a noticeable delay between audio and video.
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- Updated Jul 15, 2020: We have updated the charging cable type.
- Updated Mar 27, 2020: Converted to Test Bench 1.4.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
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