Unfortunately, this deal has expired 24 August 2023.
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Posted 24 July 2023
Sony WF-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earphones via UNIDAYS Portal
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This deal is expired. Here are some options that might interest you:
These earphones feature as part of the 10% off offer currently available on Sony's website via the Unidays portal.
Access via the Unidays portal (direct from the app or via below link).
myunidays.com/partners/sonyheadphones/access/online?
(Personally in no rush - I took over a year to have a try of XM4s - and would be very surprised if there wasn't a better price available by the November sales, but could be good for people who can't wait to get their hands on them.)
(And also a lot of retailers will be carrying these that have discounted vouchers/cashback available, like Currys, Argos etc which could be other options for non-students.)
Access via the Unidays portal (direct from the app or via below link).
myunidays.com/partners/sonyheadphones/access/online?
(Personally in no rush - I took over a year to have a try of XM4s - and would be very surprised if there wasn't a better price available by the November sales, but could be good for people who can't wait to get their hands on them.)
(And also a lot of retailers will be carrying these that have discounted vouchers/cashback available, like Currys, Argos etc which could be other options for non-students.)
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Edited by a community support team member, 24 July 2023
126 Comments
sorted bySony WF-C500 given such a massive price difference?
The XM4's are really good BUT it's all about what's important to the user and how they perceive value.
I'd say the biggest difference to most users would be the ANC (active noise cancelling).
I think there's definitely a point of diminishing returns.
It's also worth noting that some people struggle to discern the difference in terms of sound quality so even if you buy headphones/earbuds with better sound you might not be able to really tell as much of the difference, if at all.
Ultimately if you're looking for the best on the market, this is the sort of price you're going to be looking at but for most people you don't need to spend this much for a product that will meet your needs. (edited)
With an Apple logo these would £4 to £5K.
I’ll wait and see if software updates can do anything more before I bite and prices will tumble soon enough anyway if these are bettered by the competition.
However the foam ear tips were rubbish and I replaced them with some silicone ones from Amazon for £8 and then they were spot on. (edited)
It was noticeable that when the A-306 was launched it got 5 star reviews even though it emerged about 5 months later that there was a major sound issue! Some of these youtube reviewers do not know what they are talking about.
I'll wait until the long-term reviews come in before gambling - particularly at this price.
The Galaxy Buds2 Pro are not great in my opinion, and the XM3s (last Sony variant I tried) were incredibly uncomfortable no matter what eartips I used.
Either way, even with a pair of XM4s I've ordered these. No doubt will drop in price in the coming months but given how much I use earphones it will be worth it for me even if just a minor upgrade.
Would love to hear some HUKD user reviews when you all start receiving them though ! If money was no object I'd buy these straight away too!
My guess is very slightly higher at £229 (£219 maybe?) as only 4 months away, with £199 appearing earlyish in 2024, definitely by Prime in July (£189?) . (edited)
So performance may improve, if we’re patient enough ? 😁
I have the WF-1000XM4 and they are far and away the best buds I've had. I also own the AirPods Pro 2 and while it is a close battle, I feel the Sony just edge it for sound quality. I love both though, the APP2 working within the Apple Ecosystem is just so convenient.
Excited to try these.
A friend has the older version who's biggest complaint was the comfort so hoping these are a bit improvement.
Bose has amazing ANC and good sound quality.
However you can pick up bud pro 2 for £75 - 90 on ebay brand new sealed.
Are they worth £75 more than the XM4 that were £149.99 during Prime day? (edited)
There is currently a very similar offer via Richer Sounds works out £234, available to everyone not just UNIDAYS members.