Sony WH-CH735N Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones - Black

I can’t hear the wife when I’m wearing them :)

I got these at an incredible price on offer through my internet provider so I can’t begin to complain about anything. They run out of black so I was offered beige. At 75% off I didn’t mind. I still have to wire them up for some of my gadgets unless I buy a Bluetooth transmitter but great for use with my iPhone and Firesticks….Late night gaming and guitar playing is a breeze.. they are light and comfortable …

Just George

Poor call quality

Poor sound quality during phone calls with and without wind

Vidh

Very good headphones - that's my honest opinion!

I recently bought these headphones having disposed of a pair that disappointed me from another well-known brand. These Sony headphones are far, far better particularly in comfort and battery life. Sound qualkity is excellent - I don't play bass-heavy dance tracks (too old!) but no complaints with the overall sound quality for the music to which I listen. The noise-cancelling function is excellent - I often sit with them on, without music playing, to isolate myself from some TV programmes my wife is watching. So, a great product from Sony. N.B. this review was written without any AI-generated input.

cerberus99

Practical, Comfortable, Budget ANC Headphones

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These feel like a more basic, no-frills Sony pair. Lightweight, adjustable and foldable and come with a 3.5mm cable only. Pairing is straightforward out of the box and the Sony Connect app handles EQ and basic settings cleanly. The simple click buttons are conveniently placed and easy to navigate and control including volume adjustment, handling calls and switching between the ANC and AMB sounds. As with most modern headphones, two devices can be paired at the same time and switching between both is seamless and smooth. I use the headphones mainly while commuting and while gaming using both the wireless and wired options. When out and about, the ANC will reduce noise but won't block it out completely which is expected for the price range but the sound quality is what makes them stand out for their value. Although they don't have a deep bass, they still produce a very decent crisp and clear sound even on calls. When gaming and connected to the PS5 controller, I go for hours and forget I'm wearing them due to their light weight and comfortable padding and the sound is quite decent even with a wired connection. Overall the headphones are practical and good value for the features they include. The ANC is not the best but competent enough for travel and daily use. If you're looking for a more feature packed pair then the higher ranged ones will be more suitable but for the price range, features, build and comfort of these, you can't go wrong for a simple out of the box pair of headphones.

skorptorios, London, United Kingdom

Good music guaranteed!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These headphones are extremely comfortable and will ride easily on a long plane/Coach/Car journey. up to 50 hours is promised but so far I have not even got near to running out of power. The ability to do a very quick re-charge is also a bonus, whether from an available USB C socket or even a portable charger. Here a 3 minute charge grabs you another hour of excellent quality music but you really must try Sony Sound Connect to get the best out of them...and it really is both flexible and quality generating. The ability to fold them to around half their size is also very helpful. The process works easily and feels secure. Connection is easy with both Bluetooth and a cable (provided) for pairing and sharing. The various connection opportunities are numerous and quick. Sound quality is very good and totally adjustable to suit all tastes with Sony Sound Connect. Noise cancelling also provides extra comfort when travelling. All in all a good choice. Choose a colour and try these out: a good price, brilliant spec and comfortable satisfaction. Anvil

Anvil, Chesterfield

Excellent battery life battery replaceable

These headphones are brilliant I had the soundcore ones before these and the battery died quick and not replaceable, but these wow battery lasting ages and the battery is replaceable when it needs it big selling point for me as I hate disposable tech. So yeh I would definitely recommend these

JJ, 45 - 54

The Everyday Headphone with Fantastic Battery Life

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve owned previous generations of mid priced headphones of which the Sony WH-CH730N is the latest generation. It’s a very comfortable wear such that I’ve worn it for extended periods with no head fatigue. On the occasions I wore sunglasses the comfort was not impeded. The headphone is made from sturdy lightweight plastic. Light weight plastic usually does not make for an inspiring build quality but in use it was practical and sturdy on my head. The WH-CH730N headphones came only with a cable for wired use. It was disappointing to see no USB-C charging cable nor any form of protective pouch was in the box. A sign of the times I guess. I liked the physical tactile buttons for volume, call, and ambient/noise cancelling. I did not miss not having gesture controls. Fast Pairing technology worked well on my android devices. The headphone via the Sony Sound Connect app can connect up to two devices at a time. However I found when I used additional (android) devices I would get a prompt indicating that the headphone could be connected. As for the sound quality, the WH-CH730N (to my ears) leaned towards a warm sound balance. That is to say that bass frequencies are emphasised with the high frequencies a little restrained. I prefer the high frequencies to have a bit more sparkle and this is where the 10 band equaliser (on the Sony Sound Connect app) came in handy for producing a tailored sound. The sound stage to me felt a little narrow although it did not take away from my enjoyment of listening to music or podcasts. Both the ambient and noise cancelling modes boosted the bass frequencies in comparison to having both modes off. Interestingly, the button on the headphone by default toggles between ambient and noise cancellation. However, the Sound Connect app allows ‘off’ to be added to the toggle. This is a useful way to save power and get the maximum runtime out of the headphone. Noise cancelling is not on par with that provide with the 1000X series of headphones. It won’t block out voices but it can reduce them a little. I found it reduced background noise sufficiently to improve the clarity of music or podcasts during my travels on public transport. Ambient mode worked well even if there was a gentle breeze. The WH-CH730N can be used wired with the headphone powered on or off. From my experience it is better to leave the headphone powered on as when it is off the sound is a little boxy and I found I needed to use the equaliser on the connected device to correct the sound (cut the some of the mid bass frequencies). An interesting mode provided by the Sound Connect app was the Background Music mode. It essentially reduced the sound level and adds some ambience to make what I was listening to sound a little distant. In conjunction with the ambient mode, I found this mode very useful if I needed to remain alert to my name being called (like in a waiting room) but still wanted music or podcast playing in the background. Or, if concentrating on something and wanted music to set the ambience. I would have preferred this feature to be added directly on the headphone itself for ease of use. Whether I'm using noise cancelling, ambient mode in associating with DSEE battery life remained great. Sony quote a typical battery life of 50 hours, with a maximum of 75 hours. I typically use the WH-CH730N for about 3 to 4 hours a day and it has been over a week since I last gave it a charge. There is a Battery Care mode that can be activated in the Sound Connect app to maintain the health of the headphone's battery for as long as possible.

Travelman27, London

Neat and compact

Bought these as a replacement to an older model of Sony Headphones now over 10 years old and worn on the foam ear pieces. First thing that struck me about these is the size - a little smaller than I am used to so made for a tighter fit, but overall did not compromise on comfort or sound quality. I am a huge lover of live music and this can be distorted by some headphones. Happy to say these were near perfect, with just the right level of bass. Battery lasted a good age, and recharging was very easy.

Dawesy179

Fabulous Headphones

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are very comfortable headphones. Great sound & definitely noise cancelling. Connect very easily to devices. Lightweight & a pleasure to use. They hold their charge for a good length of time. Fold flat for storage so it’s a win win from me Would certainly recommend

Maz65, Durham

mid range feature rich headphones

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using these headphones at every opportunity as I like their lightness the soft cushions these features make them suitable for long listening sessions without fatigue. Great clean sound when used with the Sony app equaliser. Good for films and music. I use DSEE and 360 Reality so good these phones use both. Noise cancelling not bad not brilliant with speech. I like the wired option. Physical buttons are ok for this level. Excellent battery life plus fast charging. Great thinking putting large letters L and R on the ear covers so much easier to read.

hobbsy