SonyWH-CH720N Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones, Ambient Sound Mode, Lightweight Design, up to 50 hr battery life, iOS & Android - Black

I purchased these Sony WH-CH720N noise cancellation headphones after reading a favourable review in What Hi-Fi magazine. They are good value for money, lightweight and comfortable to wear, and have a decent headband adjustment. But they can make your ears hot if it’s a warm day, and do slip a little if you are exercising.The active noise cancelling (ANC) is good, I don’t think it’s quite as good as the cheaper Anker Q20is which we also have (this could be due to the Anker’s much more padded cups). Also, when wearing glasses I do find the sides of the frames break the ear-cup seal a little over the ear, leading to a slight loss of perfect ANC, without glasses they are spot on. This isn’t so prevalent on the Anker’s as they have a much thicker foam cup.However, the sound quality (when ANC is on) is excellent: superb for both music, podcasts and audiobooks. No other in-ear headphones we own from Apple or Sony come close, and it’s noticeably better than the Anker’s sound. It’s not as good with ANC off, sounding a bit flat, but I always use them with ANC on. I’ve ended up using them much more than anticipated as the sound quality is so good. With high-bit rate MP3s or uncompressed music there is real detail which you’d miss with cheaper headphones.I bought these for two main tasks: to reduce the noise when mowing a large lawn, and for flights – and they’ve been great for both situations. These headphones make aircraft journeys a much more pleasant experience, once you are used to the ANC, it’s easy to forget just how loud the engine noise is in the cabin, taking them off for a few seconds is a good reminder!You don’t have to listen to anything via Bluetooth to use the ANC feature either, so if you just want some peace and quiet, they’ll fulfil that requirement too.If you’ve never used ANC headphones before, it’s important to point out that they don’t make loud situations silent (or virtually silent, unless you are spending thousands on a Bose Aviation headset) - be it in an aircraft or anywhere else with loud drone type noises - but they do reduce a fair proportion of the noise. They more you pay, the better the ANC.The left side features an on-off button which, when clicked, reads out the current battery charge remaining; also this side has the USB-C charging socket and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The right side has a button for the NC modes, then a trio of buttons for volume up, down and select which can be used to play/pause music and answer calls. The buttons are fairly basic and feel quite cheap, but have the basics covered.It’s worth installing the Sony Sound Connect app on your smartphone as you can enable another mode of NC, set-up equalisers, and change the bass settings to get the sound spot on for your preference. Some other little features in the app are for setting up a dual Bluetooth connection so the headphones can be paired with two devices at once; DSEE (upscaling compressed audio); 360 Reality sound via a hearing profile; and setting the auto-power off (useful to change if you want to use them as pure ANC headphones with no audio playing.) Once you’ve tweaked the settings you don’t need to have the app running at all.The battery life is superb, after a 4-hour flight they were still at 90%. You’ll never have to worry about charging them, and just a very short charge will boost the battery for hours. The Bluetooth connection is rock solid and phone calls are crisp, the built-in mics doing a good job.They come with a USB A to C charging cable, but no charger. Also in the box is a 3.5mm headphone male-to-male cable if you don’t want to use Bluetooth (which I’ve not tested). Finally, no case is included either (it's a bit mean not to include a basic soft case Sony!), so if you travel at lot, one may be useful.

I bought the Sony WH-CH720N headphones mainly for travel and work-from-home use, and they’ve been absolutely outstanding. If you want lightweight, comfortable noise-cancelling headphones with great sound quality and an incredible battery, these are a top-tier choice at a very fair price.First off, the design is stylish and minimal. I went for the white model, and it looks sleek without being flashy. The build is lightweight yet sturdy — you can wear them for hours without feeling like your head is weighed down.The comfort level is fantastic. The ear cushions are soft and breathable, and the headband is flexible without pinching. I’ve worn them for 3–4 hours straight with no discomfort at all — perfect for long work calls, flights, or binge-watching sessions.Now, the sound quality — it’s excellent. The WH-CH720N offers a balanced sound profile with clear mids and highs, and a nice warm bass that isn’t overwhelming. Music sounds full and detailed, whether you're listening to classical, pop, or podcasts. I also appreciated the crisp clarity on calls — voices come through cleanly without distortion.The active noise cancellation (ANC) is very good, especially at this price point. It’s not quite at the level of Sony’s WH-1000XM5 (their flagship model), but it’s still very effective at blocking out background noise like air conditioners, traffic, and general chatter. Perfect for commuting or working in a shared space.Another standout is the battery life. Sony claims up to 35 hours with noise cancelling on, and in my experience, it easily reaches that. Even if you forget to charge them, a quick 10-minute charge gives about an hour of playback — a lifesaver when you're in a rush.The Bluetooth 5.2 connection is strong and stable, and multipoint pairing means you can connect two devices at once — I have them connected to my laptop and phone simultaneously, and switching between them is seamless.If I had to point out one tiny drawback, it’s that the headphones don’t fold completely flat, so they take up a bit more room in a bag. But they’re so light that carrying them around isn’t a chore.Overall, the Sony WH-CH720N headphones are comfortable, great-sounding, packed with useful features, and offer outstanding battery life. Highly recommended for anyone wanting premium features at a mid-range price!

For its price, the headphones perform well and have clear sound quality. After the death of my Beats Solo 3, I turned to Sony as I was looking for another reputable brand with a wide range of products. When seeing these headphones I bought them due to their relatively cheap price and promise of Active Noise Cancellation. The design is nice with a navy blue colour, easy to connect, and battery life can easily last me a whole week on one charge as someone who listens for at least 3 hours a day. In terms of audio quality, it was a slight downgrade from my beats as they lack the heavy bass I was used to but still good enough for the average listeners. It connects well with the Sony app where you have the option to change the audio profile to your choice so I’m sure if I look into that I can better suit the headphones to me. They do however feel a bit light and flimsy in compared to my Beats which had real leather ear cups and a solid metal band inside but when wearing them on the pro side, they are light and comfortable in comparison to my old headphones that would squeeze my head and hurt my skull. The noise cancelling is not that good however with it reducing outside sound a lot, but not completely blocking it out. They are large in size and can easily expand for those with larger heads but do note, there is no case for carrying so I often find myself having them stored around my neck.When looking for a good pair of headphones for a reasonable price, these will do the job. The nice cancellation work well enough for most, the sound is descent, and the battery is long lasting. Only downsides are due to the price which obviously only a top end headphone could achieve but for what the price is, I saintly recommend.Sincerely,A broke uni student.