Connections
- Sony ULT WEAR
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Headphones comparison
Sony ULT WEAR vs Skullcandy Hesh 540
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Sony ULT WEAR
KSh 24,000In Stock | 02  Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
KSh 26,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones is the stronger choice: it has faster recharging (10 minutes), lasts longer between charges (up to 65 hours) and has virtual surround sound, while the Sony ULT WEAR only costs KSh 2,500 less.
Fit
- Sony ULT WEAR
- Cushioned earcups
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Over-Ear Wireless Headphones
Battery life
- Sony ULT WEAR
- Up to 30 hours per charge
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- 65 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On)
Two devices
- Sony ULT WEAR
- Connects to two devices at once
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Stays connected to two devices
Audio
- Sony ULT WEAR
- Dsee
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Personal Sound by Mimi
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sony ULT WEAR
- Lower price: KSh 24,000 (vs KSh 26,500).
- Connection: Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack.
- Connects to two devices at once.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Recharges faster: 10 minutes (vs 3.5 hours).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 65 hours (vs 30 hours).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Connection: Bluetooth 5.3 & 3.5mm Aux.
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Sony ULT WEAR | Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Cushioned earcups | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones |
| Battery life | Up to 30 hours per charge | 65 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On) |
| Two devices | Connects to two devices at once | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | On-device playback, volume and call controls | On-device playback, volume and call controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Audio | Dsee | Personal Sound by Mimi |
| Charging | 3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback | 10 minutes yields 4 hours of playback |
| Software | Sony / Sound Connect | Works with the Skullcandy app |
| Sensors | Wearing detection | Wear detection |
| Impedance | 314 ohms (1 kHz) (when connecting | 36 Ohms |
| App support | Sony / Sound Connect | Skullcandy App (Custom 5-Band EQ) |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz–20,000 Hz (JEITA) | 20Hz – 20KHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound | Adjustable Stay-Aware mode |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same controls: on-device playback, volume and call controls.
In summary
For most buyers the Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones is the better buy; the Sony ULT WEAR makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.
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