JBL Tour One M2 vs Sony ULT Wear
The Verdict
Both headphones deliver excellent value in the over-ear category with nearly identical battery life (30 hours with ANC), LDAC hi-res audio, and multipoint pairing. JBL's Tour One M2 edges ahead with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, Spatial Sound head tracking, and Personi-Fi 2.0 hearing personalization,features that justify the $100 premium for discerning listeners. Sony's ULT Wear compensates with its signature ULT button offering dual bass boost levels, Speak-to-Chat convenience, and 360 Reality Audio at a notably lower price point. Both use 40mm drivers and support fast USB-C charging. Sony's slightly lighter frame (255g vs 268g) provides marginal comfort advantage, while JBL's advanced ANC and spatial features appeal to audiophiles. For bass enthusiasts or budget-conscious buyers, the ULT Wear delivers impressive performance. For premium noise cancellation and personalized sound tuning, choose the Tour One M2.
Who Should Buy
Buy the JBL Tour One M2 if…
- →Strong feature set including LDAC and spatial audio
- →Effective adaptive ANC
- →Comfortable and foldable design
Buy the Sony ULT Wear if…
- →ULT bass button adds two levels of genuinely impactful bass boost
- →50-hour battery without ANC is industry-leading endurance
- →LDAC hi-res audio and multipoint at just $199 is outstanding value
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
JBL Tour One M2
Pros
- Strong feature set including LDAC and spatial audio
- Effective adaptive ANC
- Comfortable and foldable design
- Good multipoint implementation
Cons
- Sound signature divisive out of the box
- Companion app can be buggy
- Build quality feels plasticky
- Microphone quality below class leaders
Sony ULT Wear
Pros
- ULT bass button adds two levels of genuinely impactful bass boost
- 50-hour battery without ANC is industry-leading endurance
- LDAC hi-res audio and multipoint at just $199 is outstanding value
- Effective ANC that rivals headphones at twice the price
- Sony's proven comfort and lightweight design
Cons
- ULT bass mode can overwhelm mids and treble at max setting
- No IP rating — not suitable for gym or outdoor use
- Bluetooth 5.2 instead of newer 5.3
- Plastic build feels less premium than XM5
Full Specifications
| Spec | JBL Tour One M2 | Sony ULT Wear |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | over-ear | over-ear |
| Weight | 268 g | 255 g |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 30 hours ANC on (50 hours ANC off) | 30 hrs (ANC on), 50 hrs (ANC off) |
| Charging | USB-C, 10 min = 5 hours quick charge | USB-C, 10-min quick charge for 5 hrs |
| Drivers | 40mm dynamic | 40 mm |
| Features | True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, Spatial Sound with head tracking, Personi-Fi 2.0 hearing personalization, Multipoint pairing, LDAC hi-res audio | ULT button for extra bass — two bass boost levels, Adaptive Sound Control, LDAC hi-res audio, Multipoint Bluetooth pairing, Speak-to-Chat auto-pause, 360 Reality Audio |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | None | None |
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