Sony - WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds

Sony-wf710n. On week #2 coming from Jabra elite 8 actives. Very similar fit but lighter. Great replacement and only at 100$ us .

EDIT::: I went with the sony 710's.. theyre great. I gotta get used to earbuds again, but they actually fit (me) a lot better than reviewers led me to believe they would. Title says it all. I work outside, and am looking for a pair of earbuds that have transparency mode built in so I can still regularly hear other people.. ANC isnt a must, if transparency is available through open-backed earbuds? idk anything about earbuds, I usually just wear headphones. BUT, being at work, outside, I cant risk ruining my XM5 over-ear headphones, and theyre just too bulky. I would like to keep it around $100, while making sure theyre wireless, will last through the workday, (up to 10 hours) and I will still have the ability to hear other people... They will mostly be used for phonecalls and listening to music (of course) while working. I would prefer to not have to take them out constantly, or only wear one, so I would like to make sure I can still hear whats going on around me, clearly. Speakerphone isnt working lmao. Theres always a chance I get to the point I just buy the xm5 earbuds, but I would like to try to keep them much more budget-friendly, and much more capable to the elements, as they will be worn rain or shine, snow, freezing, etc. And I dont want to risk that... TLDR; trying to keep em around $100, need to be fairly weatherproof, decent to good sound-quality, and a good transparency mode, or no ANC but somehow have the ability to hear other people clearly.

I bought them at launch on Amazon for around INR 5.3k . For that price, I would say it is really worth it, especially if you own other sony products and want them to work together and have combined metrics. I own xm5 and am a fan of their adaptive sound control, and that is why i went with sony buds. In terms of sound, I would say they are pretty well-rounded (but I didn't like it) . I use wavelet equalizer and I should say they sound really awesome. I would say you could pay max. 6k for them. I own 710NSA variant. From what I have read, SA just means South Asia. I have even registered my product on Sony website and it was just fine. Don't worry about the variant. I guess N and NSA variants get manufactured at different locations

Maybe consider adding Sony WF-C710N to your list.

Great in non-noisy environment, not so good in noisy conditions.

Sony wf-c710n. Impressive input latency, especially compared to Buds FE I was using before. Also just look at them. https://preview.redd.it/qa86wfjhfb5f1.jpeg?width=4624&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2debb4d0130f4d888cf6cda49fdd648ddb9392fe

Recently bought Bose QC Earbuds (the recent version, not the old QC nor QCII) and I am overwhelmed by the quality of sound and ANC. I've been particularly looking for something that sounds decently but will not break the bank either. So during the recent Amazon days I tried Apple Airpods 4 and Pro 2, Beats Studio+, Bose QC, Sony WF c710, and Creative Aurvana Ace 2. Firstly, one certainly really needs to try the earbuds before buying. I found all the rankings and reviews to be way disconnected from how the earbuds actually sound. Awards, Editor's Choices and all that PR has nothing to do with the actual product. From the models I tried, only Airpods Pro 2 were close to Bose QC. Marketed Beats, Creative Aurvana with the innovative driver, Sony, all sounded worse than my 7 year old Phillips 2515 earbuds which I bought for $25 on sale long time ago. Bose QC play lows and highs clearly, there is a sense of immersion in the music, I could actually hear the singer's breath and the detail of the song (I used the same song to test all the earbuds). Again, the only earbud which has comparable quality of sound was Airpof Pro 2. Same with the noise cancellation function. Beats QC turned off the noise instantly. Only Apple (both Airpods 4 and Pro 2) had comparable ANC, although I think Bose was slightly better. But the difference between Bose and Apple's ANC is negligeble. Comfort of wearing earbuds also differs, but this is idiosyncratic and is another reason why we should be able to try erabuds before buying (a lot of stores do not allow you to return earbuds unfortunately, so it could be hit or miss). I found Bose to be comfortable enough although not perfect. Yet, I value their sound quality more. Overall: \- Bose makes surprisingly good earbuds in mid-price range. \- So many brands just sell mediocre earbuds at $100+ prices, and reviews are not really helpful, which makes me sad. \- Please try earbuds before buying them or writing reviews. They are soo different. Some are great, many are not. I'm glad I found mine.

This is why I now spend less on earbuds. I can technically afford $200-300 earbuds, but if they’re not lasting much longer than the warranty period, I decided I’m not going to waste my money. Praying for long life to my current pair of Sony WF-C710Ns!

Sony WF-C710N is a decent choice at $78.

I have the wr-c710n. Love them. Best buds I've owned and super comfortable.

I daily bose quietcomfort 2024  without the fin tips, sound stage before and after setting the  eq  is equally awesome. Top ten best earbud anc ever. Only twice experienced connectivity issues, when I took buds out too quickly to wear, like it didn't register I took the buds out of the case. Only twice it happened. Coming from Samsung buds 2 Pro, SMTW 3, Sony wfc710n, this is the best earbuds I have used. I really get so sound details in movie watching, music listening 

Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 - this item with anc, specifically made for to sleep in Sony WF-C710N - small nd very light, depending on your ear and pillow, how you are lying down; it has anc and long battery to boot. tweak the eq for best sound output though. Bose quietcomfort ultra 2nd gen, released recently - the best noise cancelling,  and like made for the sole purpose of excellence in noise cancelling. these are somewhat bulky, very comfortable to wear as the name title suggests, but sleeping in them, if you lie down on only your back maybe .... i dunno Their 1st gen version earbuds are v good. One reviewer was saying like, these earbuds are pure witchcraft for noise cancelling. some users wear it without the stability fin tips; whatever works for you - make sure you get a good fit for top-tier anc u hv to hv sth playing, while noise cancelling on; you 100 percent won't notice your environmental sounds.

Sometimes I also get super irritated with human voices talking. It doesn't happen as so much recently. Over ear headphones like baseus cheap to anker latest model to bose quietcomfort and Sony ones latest model, and prev gen versions are quite good. Sweat humidity. My ear gets warm. I just stopped using them altogether. Weight and clapsing in my head. If I am using any type of oil and temp color on my hair, using headphones clapsing on hair, just no. With earbuds; low volume wind noise, or forest sounds, or rain sound. In YT there are so many different types of rain sounds to help you completely zone out. Low volume jazz music with anc on 👍.  With anc on, these sounds kind of helped me to focus on assignments. Even you get a good seal, you are breathing, moving your jaw, seal will become a little loose within one hour . Then you hv to adjust it. Sony WF-C710N - small nd very light. It is from sony and lastet release. If you get a good seal, you will get excellent anc. With like like anc on, it has over 8 to 9 hours of battery. It is somewhat cheaper, so you gotta tweak the eq for best sound output.  Bose quietcomfort 2024, currently I am dailying it. This has more battery life than bose flagship earbuds. Soundstage right out of the box v good. Bose quietcomfort ultra 2nd gen, released recently - the best noise cancelling,  and like made for the sole purpose of excellence in noise cancelling. Their 1st gen version earbuds are v good. Some reviewer was saying like, these earbuds are witchcraft for noise cancelling.  Technic az80 ( best earbud list for 2024) , technic az100. Anker liberty soundcore 5. Oneplus buds 4. Oneplus buds 3 pro - Are also good choices for noise cancelling earbuds

For very tiny good quality earbud,  with long battery life Sony WF-C710N 

Sony WF-C710N ; maybe for your needs. it is very small and light, it is good for music, app is iphone compatible. it is bud type. despite small size it has more than 8 hr s battery with anc on !! anc is more than decent. "ideally a locking fit so they stay in during sleep" - this requirement is tough to...... like when we are sitting down, breathing, moving jaw, even the fittest buds will get loose. when we are sleeping, we are moving from side to side, maybe neck support pillow turned on its side, maybe have your ears in the empty space of the pillow or simply just dont sleep on your side. or maybe you might be able to sleep on your side, with earbuds on, i dunno. Because earbuds so small and light, during sleep, you might lose them, you have to a little careful about them. If you are using only one earbud, you will not get any anc effect. the features you are calling stupid, those are smart modern features. so, after you take out one earbud, press play again in your device, currently i am using samsung b2p. it is small light with good anc, but only has 1.5 hrs battery. it doesn't have wear detection. So, if i take one out, music doesn't stop automatically. after it completely dies out, i will start using Sony WF-C710N. i am also using bose QC 2024, it is not bose flagship, but the reasons you didnt like, is the reasons i like bose QC 2024. samsung b2p doesn't turn off if you take one earbud out of your ear. Sony WF-C710N, i have used with one earbud only.

Bose QC gen 1, bose QC gen 2, Bose QC 2024 are different buds. Bose QC 2024, I am currently using without stability fin tips, as they hurt my ears.  I think you have bose QC gen 1. All bose earbuds are protruding, and somewhat big size. Return bose, try wfc710n, for your needs specifically.  For wfc710n, it is lightweight, very long battery, but anc won't be industry leading top tier anc like bose. For  better Sound you have to set the equaliser in the app from time to time, to see what you like. technics az100 is similar light earbud, on the same price range as Bose QC gen 1, gen 2 buds. technics az100 is considered the best earbud product of 2025 ; best sound, best anc everything. Bose qc gen 1 gen 2 earbuds weigh 8.5 grams. bose qc 2024 weigh 6 grams(earbuds). technics az100 earbuds weigh 5.9 grams. Sony WF-C710N eabuds weigh 5.2 grams.

That's why I also recommend technics az100. You have to look at the price that you're paying. For all yours needs/requirements, wfc710n and technics az100, fit perfectly. But, wfc710n is around 100 usd, technics az100 is around 300 usd. Sound in wfc710n is good. If you're only using wfc710n, you won't notice that much sound difference. Only when I move to other expensive earbuds, then I notice, wfc710n has some soundstage issues. But, it is not bad by any means. It is upto a very good standard.  Sony tried to cramp so many features at such a small price point for wfc710n, it is good, more than 9 hrs battery with anc on, all the advanced modern features, and very lightweight despite all features.

Never tried those. They look to be ok, but it’s an older model from a big brand, so it’s missing features that every other earbud I listed has, like ANC, low latency mode, better call quality, and there are some reliability issues mentioned, like people’s buds dying after a month. But the sound quality might be good, the new Sony C710n came out and I tried it and it has really good sound quality. That’s a more expensive bud tho.

The urge to not buy WF-710N because of having WF-700N a month before 710 release is really high, it goes through the roof

I really dig that transparent blue, tho i think sound quality wise it would be some but not too much improvement, and that’s okay because it already sounded really good

I have tried to switch from Buds Plus to C710 with no luck - the form is completely different, so they fall out all the time, no matter which size of eartips I try.

Careful with Sony, they have some problems with multiple models, battery drain on charging case, or one of the buds. I myself have this problem with Sony WF-C710N, battery was replaced and the problem is not gone. Charging case drains after listening and putting the buds inside to charge. Instead of 30 hours of listening I get 3-4 at most. It's something with the motherboard, because my girlfriend has the same model with no problems. I sent them back again to service. I found the same problem online(even on reddit) with multiple models. I bought Anker Liberty 4 Pro and I will probably return the Sony buds if they don't repair them. The Anker Liberty 4 Pro are way better headsets, and cool case btw.

I have a pair of Jabra Elite 4 from 3 years ago that is hands down the best ANC I've tried so far. But they are getting old, Jabra exited the earbud market so support is scarce (they don't seem to be recognized by their app anymore.) so I'm looking for replacements. I tried the Sony WF-XM5s and Sony WF-C710N and despite both being well reviewd I personally found the audio profile in both to not be to my liking and the ANC to be weak enough to not even really be useful. Honestly it's kind of insane to me how well reviewed the XM5s because for the money they weren't worth it IMO. I've liked JLab stuff in the past so I tried JLab JBuds Pods ANC & JLab Epic Lab Edition and while I found the audio in both to be to my taste the ANC in the JBuds wasn't very good and the Epic Lab was better but still not as good as the 3 year old Jabra. I tried the Creative Aurvana Ace 2 based on Soundguys review and while the audio was good and the ANC was ok they arrived defective and started All 5 pairs I've tried also had a case that was awkward to get the earbuds out of them. I use an Android phone so I have no desire for Apple Airpods. What other options are there out there with good ANC?

I've used the Bears Fit Pro buds, but my favorite ones that work great are the Sony WF-C710N ones. I bought them at Target on sale for $89. They sound so good and have nice cancellation and ambient sound modes.

Sony C710, great stuff.

I got them a few days ago. The sound is a bit better than C500, but that's about it. The ANC is useless, you can hear pretty much everything. I didn't expect it to be great either since these are budget earbuds, but I can't understand the praise the ANC gets in reviews. They're better than the C500, but not "upgrade" material. I wouldn't buy them "again", that's for sure.

You're welcome. Yeah, the blue one is really cool, that's one of the few things I like about them.

Had the old version of these and thought they were remarkable for the price, now I have overpriced AirPod pros (latest gen) and regretting the switch

Interesting, I have had no issues running with them so far. Only done 3 runs so far but have not had a time I was concerned they would fall out.

The Earfun Earbuds seem to be good. I use the older Earfun Air 1, but the sound quality on calls is really good. Their stem design seems to help. Their new model is the Earfun Air Pro 4 and Air 2. I have gotten really nice sound quality with the Sony c510. They released the Linkbuds Fit and the c710 in the last 6 months that both sound good. Jabra decided to concentrate on hearing aids, but their models like the Jabra Active 8 or Jabra Elite 5 do well with the microphone.

I have got the Sony c510. They lack anc, but the seal blocks a lot of noise. Good app included as well as ambient mode. The Sony c710 seems to have improved the ANC over the c700. If you don't need something immediately, I think they will start going on sale more often. I would also consider the Earfun Air Pro 4. It has good/very good ANC for less than 75.00. myearfun site had a sale until sometime tonight, but I don't know when it ends. Soundcore Liberty 4nc is good too.

The Sony c510 and c710 are a really good value. I have the c510. One thing that I like is that it does the basic well. Sound is good if like some clean bass mixed in. They connect to everything that I use on the first attempt. I have a Windows 11 laptop, but it connects to all platforms (I don't know about Xbox or the Sony PS). It has good multipoint connects and good ambient mode for doing stuff outside. 510 lacks ANC but 710 gives you that.

I think this is a good choice. I picked up the c510 in January. They really have a nice sound to them with the typical Sony signature sound. It sounds like the c710 sounds a bitter better (although difference is small). Their newest version of the Connect app is good, and the microphone is good on both these midpriced models. The ANC is a bit better too. It is not amazing, but it is pretty similar to the Linkbuds Fit. So, I think it is a solid pickup. Have really enjoyed both the c510 and Earfun Air 2 that I picked this year.

I have the Earfun Air 2. It doesn't have anc, but the sound is supposedly similar to AP4. It is excellent for the price with a decent app. I like the Sony budget buds to like the c510 or c710.

I have had good luck with Earfun, and they do have an 18 month warranty. The budget Sony c 510 or c 710 work for me, but I know that others find their batteries frustrating.

I have the Sony c510, which is solid. Sound is a bit like the WH Xm4 headphones. Good battery, good Sony app, no anc, but a good ambient mode. The Sony c710 has similar look and adds ANC. I really have enjoyed the Sony because it works so well. No connections issues and fits with nice seal but is comfortable. People do like the Linkbuds Fit. Sony had a 3 day flash sale this week with 50 off, but I assume more of that both before or after Christmas.

The c510 or c710 by Sony are solid . I have the 510 model that lacks ANC. It is easy to get a good deal. So, it blocks a lot of noise passively.

Earfun Air Pro 4 seems like a good choice. I have the Earfun Air 2. It has really nice sound quality, and it seems the Air Pro 4 anc is good too. It does seem that the Sony c710 is good too. I have the Sony c510 since January and the earbuds and the app work well. The 710 anc seems improved from their prior 700 earbud.

Loving my glass blue WF-C710N, amazing quality for a budget price point. I've never used an ANC earbuds before so this feels premium. Before this I was using skull candy JIB true for almost 3 years. The WF-C710N smoked them. The features I love the most are the ANC and multi point connection. The auto pause when you take out one side of earbud is also a nice feature to have. I cannot wait to see how these earbuds will perform in a flight.

A small detail I noticed is that you can differentiate between the left and right earbuds by a dot located on the top surface of the left earbud.

For the price, the ANC is amazing to me. I can't imagine the ANC quality on high end Sony products.

It's gorgeous

I got a new glass blue wf-c710n. Very beautiful, sounds amazing too!

But the c710 shouldn't be in that price in my country they go for 130$ so i think those might be used

If they aren't used get them because that's insane value

Picked up a pair a few days ago. Sound is much better than the Elite 7 Pros and so is the Noise cancelation. Have no issues recommending them.

Have made a call once with these and had no complaints. Recipient wasn't exactly tech-savvy, so when asked, they said it sounds "fine and clear".

The ones with the best ANC that I've tried so far are the Sony WF-C710N

own this for 2 weeks now, not suitable for running or for someone that sweats a lot during sports activities, easily slipped off.

I've tried swapping the size of eartip to ensure this is not slipped off, but I guess this can't handle sweats and waterclogged. but sound quality and ANC is great for a decent price!

I'm also disapppointed in the ANC, it doesn't filter anything out. Got them after I lost my Jabra Elite 5 with personalized ANC and it's a downgrade unfortunately...

I would be careful with optimism. MSRP was 200€ a year ago, but it has been discounted to 99€ for a couple of months now. I wonder if they were really par with other earphone within the original range. Anyway, I ordered a pair two days ago. We'll see in a few days if it was worth the risk. I almost ordered WF-C710N. While they may not excel in music quality, they seem to be pretty solid piece of reliable tech. Unfortunately no AptX. Sony tend to make "fun" sound profile, and I wanted something more neutral for the vocals.

So I am unaware if my ears are small or not, but I own both and can tell you, the WF-C710N are just a tad bigger in size, we are talking millimetres here, like 2-3 in certain dimensions. The WF-C710N have less weight on paper, but the difference is not really noticeable in real life. For me, the WF-1000XM5 fit better in my ears but both are comfortable for long listing sessions. As good as the WF-C710N sound, the WF-1000XM5 still sound better, especially the bass and highs. The noise cancellation is superior on the WF-1000XM5. But in both, the ANC will vary depending if you get a proper seal in the ear canal. The WF-1000XM5 also has LDAC and LC3 support if you require these. The WF-C710N does have the proximity sensor for auto play/pause which is really nice. A touch sensor as well for controls, I prefer versus the physical button on the wf-c700n. Another option is the Linkbuds S, but they a bit old now and there were battery issues. The linkbuds fit (don't own them), seem to be more oriented for exercise and movement, as they have additional rubber pieces to keep them in place in the ears. They also use a different eartip versus the WF-C710 and WF-1000XM5, and don't enter the ear canal as much, which does have some affect on the noise cancellation according to various owners I have spoken to. forgot to add. the wf-1000xm5 does have a shinny plastic exterior which can be slippery when holding them. The wf-c710n have a matte finish which is have more grip, except the see thru blue model.

they are actually quite small compared to other Sony earbuds. I do believe the linkbuds S are smaller though. are they actually 130 euros? Seems a bit much no? The newer model WF-C710N is around 100 euros, they seem to be on sale right now, 89 euros, at least in germany. Not sure where you are located. The WF-C710N are bigger in size than the WF-C710N, but they offer dual NC mics, and better sound quality. I own both, so I have compared them. I have used the WF-C710N for extended periods of time, and they are very comfortable. Obviously this information is of no use to you as your ears are different to mine. I can take a photo of both the wf-c700n and wf-c710n beside each other if you wish to compare their sizes.

I'll say this, wf-c700n is smaller and sit very comfortably in my ears. The WF-C710N is noticeably bigger but they are small enough that they don't bother me. Are you able to go and see them in person at a store?

Personally, no headphones are comfortable for workouts since they cover so much surface area. Get earbuds instead. Get the in the ear ones, not say the AirPod type that merely dangle and fall off even when you walk around. I just ordered a pair of WF-C710N to replace the pair of XB-700 from 5 years ago that are finally starting to fail. https://amzn.to/4nRJgua

I got noise canceling Sony ear buds. I love them except the default sound mode is ambient sound so they need to be switched to noise canceling every time.

I went with the WF-C710N I didn’t want to spend a lot on them. I haven’t been disappointed.

I recently replaced my my failed Sony WF-1000XM4 with a pair of WF-C710N. Very pleased with them.

Same, but wfc710n is missing the in app find my bud feature, also the case feels abit flimsy(lid move side to side when closed).

I’ve got the same issue and I’m choosing the right model too. Here are options that match what you’re looking for: JLab JBuds Mini — among the tiniest (~3.3 g per bud); often a great fit for smaller ears. No ANC, but the ultra-compact shell means you’re unlikely to get rubbing.  Soundcore A20i — very small (~25 × 19 × 16 mm, ~5.2 g per bud); comfy and inexpensive. No ANC, but they tend to fit almost any ear.  Sony LinkBuds S (WF-LS900N) — lightweight (~4.8 g per bud) and one of the most comfortable with real ANC; small, rounded housing. If you want a quality sound + secure seal, this is the safest “premium” pick.  Alternative: Sony LinkBuds Fit (WF-LS910N) — even more comfort-oriented. The Air Fitting Supporters distribute contact inside the outer ear (no hooks; they don’t interfere with glasses). If your left concha (the bowl of your outer ear) is very small, these can help spread pressure away from sensitive spots. (~4.9 g per bud).  Sony WF-C700N / C710N — light (~4.6 g per bud on C700N), designed for small ears; ANC is decent. WF-C710N is the 2025 refresh with improved ANC/touch controls.  Samsung Galaxy Buds2 — very small, rounded capsule; comfortable with good sound and competent ANC. (Not the FE.) ~5.0 g per bud; 17.0 × 20.9 × 21.1 mm. 

Of the choices, I have tried the Sonys (the 700n model with buttons) and they have ANC and sound as good as their linkbuds S. Also in the price range is the Soundcore Space A40s which have surprisingly good sound and ANC for their price.

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 work fine with both devices. You even have multipoint, which allows you to connect to multiple devices with the same earbuds. I have the first Gen Pixel Buds Pro and they're great.

how are the ambient sound features in earbuds other than airpods pro 2? Just got them and this is the feature I like the most, more than sound quality and noise cancellation. I would like to know if others have similar or better quality environmental sound reproduction. My last non-airpod earbuds were the galaxy buds 1 and they were definitely NOT good in that sense.

AirPods Pro 2 aren't listed but are awesome and super comfy for long periods. I use them with my Samsung phone. Sony's earbuds are also very good. Anker typically performs well for their price, but are not the "best". I haven't been impressed with Jabra and find Beats to be lower performing in terms of audio quality.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are also a great choice if you really need top-tier noise cancelling. They’re a little more comfortable for long periods, but in terms of pure ANC power, Sony edges them out slightly. Both will do an awesome job on those low-pitch sounds that most earplugs can’t touch.