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Brand | Sony |
Model Name | WFC700N/W |
Color | White |
Form Factor | In Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
About this item
- Noise cancelling technology to immerse yourself in music.
- Experience all-day comfort with our ergonomic surface designed earbuds.
- Unleash exceptional sound for a captivating listening experience.
- Hands free calling that’s clearer than ever before.
- Up to 15 hours of battery life with quick charging (10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback).
- Multipoint connection allows you to quickly switch between two devices at once. (Feature requires firmware update, available in Summer 2023.)
- With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones.
- Boost the quality of compressed music files and enjoy streaming music with high quality sound through DSEE.
- A pocket-sized case makes it easy to take your headphones with you.
- Easy button operation allows you to switch between Noise Cancelling and Ambient Sound mode with one push.
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Sound quality | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Noise cancellation | 3.8 | 4.4 | 3.4 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
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connectivity tech | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
headphones form factor | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear |
connector type | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless |
noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation |
cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
control type | Media Control | Alexa | control | Media Control | Media Control | — |
water resistance | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | — | water resistant |
material | Plastic | Plastic, Silicone | — | Plastic | — | Plastic, Silicone |
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WF-C700N
Ultimate comfort, captivating sound
Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds
Cancel out background noise
Turn off your surroundings with Noise Sensor Technology and enjoy the immersive music experience.
Experience all-day comfort
These small, lightweight headphones have an ergonomic surface design for all-day comfort, even for smaller ears.
Stay connected to your natural surroundings
In Ambient Sound mode, the WF-C700N headphones capture more of the ambient sound around you, thanks to the feedforward mics, so you can enjoy a natural listening experience while staying connected to your environment.
Multipoint Connection: pair 2 Bluetooth devices
For total convenience, these Bluetooth headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically. (Feature requires firmware update, available in Summer 2023.)
Pocket-sized case
A cylindrical charging case makes it easy for you to store your headphones and carry them with you, wherever you go.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
Enjoy up to 15 hours of listening thanks to the handy charging case. And if you need to top up in a hurry, 10 minute quick charging gives you up to an hour of extra play time.
Easy hands-free calling
Conversation flows freely with hands-free calling, now clearer than ever with a high-quality built-in microphone and wind noise reduction structure.
IPX4 splash and sweat-proof
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these Sony earbuds – so you can keep on moving to the music.
Tailor your sound
Change your music to fit your taste with EQ settings on the Sony | Headphones Connect app.
Hear every beat
Boost the quality of compressed music files and enjoy streaming music with high quality sound through DSEE.
Sony Truly Wireless Headphones
LinkBuds S | WF-C700N | LinkBuds |
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Noise CancelingYes | Noise CancelingYes | Noise CancelingN/A |
Battery Life6 Hrs (20 Hrs with case) | Battery Life7.5 Hrs (15 Hrs with case) | Battery Life5.5 Hrs (17.5 Hrs with case) |
Hands Free CallYes, with Advanced Voice Signal Processing | Hands Free CallYes | Hands Free CallYes, with Advanced Voice Signal Processing |
Water Resistant/Splash ProofYes / IPX4 | Water Resistant/Splash ProofYes / IPX4 | Water Resistant/Splash ProofYes / IPX4 |
Special FeaturesSpeak to Chat, High Resolution Audio, Touch Panel, Auto Play | Special FeaturesButton Control | Special FeaturesSpeak to Chat, Auto Play, Open-Ring Design, Wide Area Tap |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 3.91 x 2.13 x 3.16 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.09 ounces |
ASIN | B0BYPGGDZX |
Item model number | WFC700N/W |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #7,023 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #696 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
Date First Available | April 3, 2023 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Country of Origin | Vietnam |
Charging Time | 10 minutes |
Item Weight | 31 Grams |
Units | 1 count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Block out the world with the WF-C700N noise canceling truly wireless earbuds. Indulge in exceptional sound quality for a superior audio experience. Crafted for all-day comfort with lightweight materials and an ergonomic design.
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Customers like the comfort, sound quality and value of the headphones. For example, they mention that they're extremely comfortable, ergonomic and do not hurt at all. That said, some appreciate the quality. Opinions are mixed on battery life, performance, fit, and connectivity.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. For example, they mention the sound is excellent, they amplify surrounding sounds, and are reasonably loud. They also appreciate the good noise canceling and the clearer music than Apple AirPods.
"...Just got these this morning and listening now. Pretty happy with sound quality, the Sony app helps as I like a punchy bass and have typical high..." Read more
"...I even have AirPods doing it.The sound is also pretty good but could be better. Once you adjust the equalizer it can sound pretty good...." Read more
"...They sort of turn into microphones and amplify surrounding sounds so you can hear them. This is too often misinterpreted as ANR white noise...." Read more
"These are extremely comfortable, the noise canceling is top notch and sound is better than most I've tried...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They mention that they are exceptional, nice, and great. Some appreciate the way they're constructed, making them fit easier in their ears. Overall, customers find the quality to be perfect.
"...Buy these for the gym, very good audio quality and adequate but not stellar ANC. Do not buy these for personal or work phone calls...." Read more
"...You will also notice the sound of the music you are listening to is very sharp and clear with lots of bass...." Read more
"...They also look cool and minimal when wearing them compared to my old earbuds which looked like big black AirPods ripoffs." Read more
"...The build quality is nice, the case is nice, really nothing to complain about." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that it's snug in their ears, very ergonomic, and does not hurt at all.
"...Enjoying music I haven’t listened to for too long. They were comfortable (almost forget they’re in) sound excellent, and just put them away with 50%..." Read more
"...And they did so comfortably. The fit, comfort and grip is just phenomenal. It's almost as if Sony designed these for my ears...." Read more
"These are extremely comfortable, the noise canceling is top notch and sound is better than most I've tried...." Read more
"...(even then it’s irritating and almost painful)." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. They say it's good value for the price, with good low-end and clear mids and highs. Some customers also mention that the earbuds are affordable and easy to use. Overall, customers are satisfied with the value and quality of these Sony ear buds.
"...They are a good bluetooth headset for the money and DON'T LET THE REVIEWS WITH MISLEADING INFO BE A DECIDING FACTOR!!" Read more
"...The sound is also really well-balanced right out-of-the-box with good low-end and clear mids and highs unlike the flat or muddy sound you might get..." Read more
"...Not cheap, but worth it. They would be the holy Grail if they had any form of location services (for when you misplace one)...." Read more
"...] These Sony earbuds are amazing sound quality for the money! I would argue that they sound much better than Apple at a fraction of the cost...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they fit in their ears snugly, and are similar to Jabra. However, others say that they tend to fall out of their ears when working out.
"...Pleasantly surprised the included large tips actually fit me. I included a photo of the Soundcore, QCY, XM4, and the WF-C700N for comparison...." Read more
"...And they did so comfortably. The fit, comfort and grip is just phenomenal. It's almost as if Sony designed these for my ears...." Read more
"...They sit more or less (not always) sturdy in the ear, but sometimes they slip... Usually as one is about to get off an airplane while 100 nervous..." Read more
"These are not bad. They fit my ears well. They are reasonably loud, but they won't be overpowering.The frequency response is pretty good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the headphones. Some mention that they have good battery life, while others say that it does not charge at times. The ear buds last quite a while, but some say that the battery does get low by lunch time. The overall charge with case is the lowest of all the buds they have.
"...Its a really cool feature to have on these. The battery life is ok. My headphones will stop functioning at about 6.5 hours of use...." Read more
"...And the battery life so far is crazy good. With ANC enabled, they were still about 15% after use for those entire long flights...." Read more
"...Only drawback is battery life, but even that isn't bad. Each charge lasts about six hours, and the case holds enough to recharge twice." Read more
"...Not to mention the battery life is phenomenal...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the earbuds. Some mention that they work pretty well, and are satisfied with their performance. However, others say that one of the pairs they ordered didn't work, and one side stopped working completely after a couple of months. The battery life is great, but the functionality is not great, and the ANC works very well.
"...Id call the Sony c700 adequate and works sufficiently well at the gym to block most noise. With music on you won't hear any outside noise...." Read more
"...Another update, these are not working for me to sleep with. My left ear gets a little raw spot on the edge of some cartilage...." Read more
"...All in all they are good for anything from running to work. And I recommend them. I only wish the battery on the case was bigger." Read more
"...my headphones over night to find the case is charged but the headphones are still dead...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that they connect easily, while others say that they have sporadic connection issues and require a manual connection.
"...Sounds easy right? Nope. It's not. The buds will not enter pairing mode. Ever. I can connect to the first device, but good luck with the second...." Read more
"...after 2 years. Thought I would try these and save some $$, easy setup once you download the Sony app...." Read more
"sound quality good , charge life good , but doesn’t automatically connect to phone when call comes , you have to go in and connect them everytime" Read more
"...Most importantly they can connect to two devices at once. I use them for the work phone and also have them connected to my cell phone...." Read more
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For the price, I think this is a very good alternative to the XM4. Battery life is rated to 7.5 hours and the Soundcore are rated to about the same but by early morning I get a rudely loud charging notification. We’ll see how the Sony last with similar use and update this review later. Overall in direct comparison of the XM4 I’d say these are just about as good but maybe not as broad of a soundstage. If you like Sony or are just looking for a good quality earbud with noise cancellation at a reasonable price these would be a good selection. One major improvement for me is the tips for the buds. I have large ear canals and the memory tips on the XM4 were a huge disappointment, they would not seal in my ears which is terrible for sound quality and noise. I keep all the tips from many earbuds over the years and even with other brands need to dip into them to find larger tips to seal in my ears. Pleasantly surprised the included large tips actually fit me. I included a photo of the Soundcore, QCY, XM4, and the WF-C700N for comparison. The WF-C700N seems to be the most comfortable so far. Slightly smaller than the Soundcore and definitely smaller then the XM4.
So after using these about a month I’m still happy with them. I do have the occasional problem when listening to audiobooks in bed with the buttons for pause or volume getting just a little too much pressure and activating. Fortunately for volume one notch is louder but if you hold it the volume is reduced so at least I haven’t been blasted by max volume. Much as I like Sony products the other buds I mentioned would probably suit most people fine with a lower cost. But they’re not Sony! Still anxiously waiting for the soon to be released WF-1000XM5. Hoping for the lighter weight than the XM4 and the comfort of these with touch controls instead of push buttons. But for a mid-price bud these are still my favorites.
Another update, these are not working for me to sleep with. My left ear gets a little raw spot on the edge of some cartilage. I’m primarily using the Sony WF-1000XM5 )got them 2 weeks ago) and the Soundcore A40 for audiobooks in bed. The headphones until my ears get too hot and the A40’s when I want to lay on my side.
The Sony has some edge or something on it that makes a tiny little sore spot on the cartilage in my ear. Still like them a lot but now using them when I do my indoor cycling. I have a couple big blower fans on me and the Sony blocks out a lot of the noise and are better then the QCY I’d been using. They’re more rounded and I get less wind noise also.
WF-1000XM5 just released, expecting mine Friday. I REALLY hope they don’t irritate my ear the way these do.
So I’d still recommend these. It’s probably just my personal ear shape causing me an issue, no problem on the right side but nobody is perfectly symmetrical…
8/523
Update. Got the XM5 2 weeks ago and loving them. Fantastic sound, lighter than the XM4, better bass, more comfortable. But again the tips don’t fit. Airtight seal is critical on noise cancelling earbuds. The app is the same for The 700’s and XM5 but the 700’s do not have the feature enabled that checks for a seal. I discovered the left bud on the 700’s and the new XM5 just won’t quit seal. I found a hack to make the tips moldable. If you get Sugro glue (kind of like clay) roll a bit up, pull up the mushroom part of the ear tip, take the rolled up piece of Sugro and wrap it around the fitting to the bud, roll the tip back down and now you have a moldable tip. Insert in your ears and make sure they a good seal. You may have to reshape it a bit with your fingers if you work it too much. Once you have a good seal let it set a few hours and now you have a fitted tip. Works with my big ear holes…
I have to reiterate, the 700’s have a very pleasing sound once you get the equalizer and clear bass setting adjusted to your taste. I just finished using them for 4 hours straight on loud during a 2 hour indoor cycling session, walking the dog, and making my lunch. Enjoying music I haven’t listened to for too long. They were comfortable (almost forget they’re in) sound excellent, and just put them away with 50% battery left.
I really think most people would like these and would not be disappointed in any way, especially at the price. The XM5 are better, but to most people probably not $200 better (but I love them too!).
9/22/23 a note about the app and the codecs used. I feel like a dummy now that I finally noticed right at the top in the headphone connect app it tells me on my iPhone it’s definitely using the AAC codec and shows if DSEE is on or not. DSEE definitely improves the sound. Compared the noise cancellation against the WF-1000XM5 and the XM5 do a better job with the 2 blower fans I have on me during my indoor cycling. But I still prefer using the C700n just because I want to be very careful with the more expensive buds.
10/23/23
Lost these! Looked all around but can’t locate. I was able to replace them @ $88 so not hugely upset, ordered a new pair and happy all over again. One of the reasons I really like these is how light they are. Even after 4-5 hours of wear I almost forget they’re in. Still one of my favorite pairs.
Revisiting noise cancellation, walking my dog with light traffic only a few feet away I’ve had the chance with the new pair (left button default is now toggle ANC transparency off or on. With it off I’m not hearing much of anything but my music. In transparency mode I can hear everything around me. I’d give these a 9 from 1-10. About as good as any ANC buds I’ve tried.
12/22/23
Found the lost pair so now I have 2 pairs of the WF-C700n and not unhappy about it. These are definitely my go to buds, use them more than the XM5’s as they’re so light and comfortable and now at $76 I don’t worry as much about loss or damage as with the pricy XM5. If you haven’t tried them yet you should!
For the price, I think this is a very good alternative to the XM4. Battery life is rated to 7.5 hours and the Soundcore are rated to about the same but by early morning I get a rudely loud charging notification. We’ll see how the Sony last with similar use and update this review later. Overall in direct comparison of the XM4 I’d say these are just about as good but maybe not as broad of a soundstage. If you like Sony or are just looking for a good quality earbud with noise cancellation at a reasonable price these would be a good selection. One major improvement for me is the tips for the buds. I have large ear canals and the memory tips on the XM4 were a huge disappointment, they would not seal in my ears which is terrible for sound quality and noise. I keep all the tips from many earbuds over the years and even with other brands need to dip into them to find larger tips to seal in my ears. Pleasantly surprised the included large tips actually fit me. I included a photo of the Soundcore, QCY, XM4, and the WF-C700N for comparison. The WF-C700N seems to be the most comfortable so far. Slightly smaller than the Soundcore and definitely smaller then the XM4.
So after using these about a month I’m still happy with them. I do have the occasional problem when listening to audiobooks in bed with the buttons for pause or volume getting just a little too much pressure and activating. Fortunately for volume one notch is louder but if you hold it the volume is reduced so at least I haven’t been blasted by max volume. Much as I like Sony products the other buds I mentioned would probably suit most people fine with a lower cost. But they’re not Sony! Still anxiously waiting for the soon to be released WF-1000XM5. Hoping for the lighter weight than the XM4 and the comfort of these with touch controls instead of push buttons. But for a mid-price bud these are still my favorites.
Another update, these are not working for me to sleep with. My left ear gets a little raw spot on the edge of some cartilage. I’m primarily using the Sony WF-1000XM5 )got them 2 weeks ago) and the Soundcore A40 for audiobooks in bed. The headphones until my ears get too hot and the A40’s when I want to lay on my side.
The Sony has some edge or something on it that makes a tiny little sore spot on the cartilage in my ear. Still like them a lot but now using them when I do my indoor cycling. I have a couple big blower fans on me and the Sony blocks out a lot of the noise and are better then the QCY I’d been using. They’re more rounded and I get less wind noise also.
WF-1000XM5 just released, expecting mine Friday. I REALLY hope they don’t irritate my ear the way these do.
So I’d still recommend these. It’s probably just my personal ear shape causing me an issue, no problem on the right side but nobody is perfectly symmetrical…
8/523
Update. Got the XM5 2 weeks ago and loving them. Fantastic sound, lighter than the XM4, better bass, more comfortable. But again the tips don’t fit. Airtight seal is critical on noise cancelling earbuds. The app is the same for The 700’s and XM5 but the 700’s do not have the feature enabled that checks for a seal. I discovered the left bud on the 700’s and the new XM5 just won’t quit seal. I found a hack to make the tips moldable. If you get Sugro glue (kind of like clay) roll a bit up, pull up the mushroom part of the ear tip, take the rolled up piece of Sugro and wrap it around the fitting to the bud, roll the tip back down and now you have a moldable tip. Insert in your ears and make sure they a good seal. You may have to reshape it a bit with your fingers if you work it too much. Once you have a good seal let it set a few hours and now you have a fitted tip. Works with my big ear holes…
I have to reiterate, the 700’s have a very pleasing sound once you get the equalizer and clear bass setting adjusted to your taste. I just finished using them for 4 hours straight on loud during a 2 hour indoor cycling session, walking the dog, and making my lunch. Enjoying music I haven’t listened to for too long. They were comfortable (almost forget they’re in) sound excellent, and just put them away with 50% battery left.
I really think most people would like these and would not be disappointed in any way, especially at the price. The XM5 are better, but to most people probably not $200 better (but I love them too!).
9/22/23 a note about the app and the codecs used. I feel like a dummy now that I finally noticed right at the top in the headphone connect app it tells me on my iPhone it’s definitely using the AAC codec and shows if DSEE is on or not. DSEE definitely improves the sound. Compared the noise cancellation against the WF-1000XM5 and the XM5 do a better job with the 2 blower fans I have on me during my indoor cycling. But I still prefer using the C700n just because I want to be very careful with the more expensive buds.
10/23/23
Lost these! Looked all around but can’t locate. I was able to replace them @ $88 so not hugely upset, ordered a new pair and happy all over again. One of the reasons I really like these is how light they are. Even after 4-5 hours of wear I almost forget they’re in. Still one of my favorite pairs.
Revisiting noise cancellation, walking my dog with light traffic only a few feet away I’ve had the chance with the new pair (left button default is now toggle ANC transparency off or on. With it off I’m not hearing much of anything but my music. In transparency mode I can hear everything around me. I’d give these a 9 from 1-10. About as good as any ANC buds I’ve tried.
12/22/23
Found the lost pair so now I have 2 pairs of the WF-C700n and not unhappy about it. These are definitely my go to buds, use them more than the XM5’s as they’re so light and comfortable and now at $76 I don’t worry as much about loss or damage as with the pricy XM5. If you haven’t tried them yet you should!
After trying half a dozen ear buds... The Sony c700n is the only one that stayed in my ear the whole time without falling. And they did so comfortably. The fit, comfort and grip is just phenomenal. It's almost as if Sony designed these for my ears. The default ear tips they came with the buds miraculously worked and I didn't even have to try the others.
Some of the grip and stability is probably due to the weight of the buds as they are very light and sit very well in your ear.
Flagship models are obviously fine but they have a huge disadvantage to runners since they are a lot bigger and heavier and therefore lose some grip and stability.
The sound quality on the C700s is excellent as compared to my Galaxy Buds Pro 2. Honestly I can't tell the difference in quality. Even without the advanced codecs.
ANC is probably where I see a difference compared to my Galaxy Buds. The Samsung ones are better but not by leaps and bounds. Id call the Sony c700 adequate and works sufficiently well at the gym to block most noise. With music on you won't hear any outside noise.
Phone calls is an are where these struggled for me. I can hear other people just fine and clear... The issue is other people cannot hear me... Complaints I often hear is that I sound very far away and the noise cancelling for some reason does not work well during calls. Calls I made in moderately loud places were a near disaster. If you're in a quiet environment maybe they will work better. Hopefully they can fix this with a software update.
I can't fault these buds though... I got them for sports/running and good audio quality... And for my use cases I am blown away! Especially at the price point.
I prefer the push button interface rather than touch sensitive while running. This is because sometimes I need to adjust the buds without activating any commands. Touch sensitive earbuds are annoying for this matter. Sony designed the buttons well and they are easy to operate. It goes without saying that I can adjust the earbuds without accidentally activating any commands.
The case could not be better for gym and sports. It is small, light and minimalist. Love the texture and they are small enough to keep in my pocket without noticing. Given the price point of the buds, I also wont mind if they get scratched of dented. The design is very practical and the "rough" plastic texture looks very nice to me.
The app is very simple and works well. Besides software updates you can also adjust EQ to your liking. The app is very minimalist but gets the job done. I haven't explored the additional app features yet mostly because I don't think I have a use case for them.
Buy these for the gym, very good audio quality and adequate but not stellar ANC. Do not buy these for personal or work phone calls.
For the price, it is hard to believe the value these buds offer.
The sound is also pretty good but could be better. Once you adjust the equalizer it can sound pretty good. The bass is pretty muddy tho and can’t really be fixed. Also the headphones don’t get as loud as others I’ve tried.
All in all they are good for anything from running to work. And I recommend them. I only wish the battery on the case was bigger.