Beats Studio Pro vs Sony 1000XM5 & Sony 1000XM4

[@Nic.e.p]

This comparison video was well done and exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@htenthusiast2897]

I tested Bose QC45, Sony XM4, and Beats Studio Pro. The QC45 is compact and has a great case and good ANC, but the sound is blunt and boring. The Sony’s have great ANC and good sound, however to me are bulky and hot. The Studio Pro to me have the best wear comfort, never get tired of my current old Studio, and really like the sound signature best. To me the case is great, not concerned with crushing, my son has been using his and likes it. I really wanted to like the Bose but the sound was a deal killer to me. I bought a pair tried equalizing but it just lacks musicality. I could not get to like the Sony either. Just bought the Studio Pro.

[@flyingfly16]

I can’t believe that not a single reviewer has mentioned the fact that if you want Dolby Atmos with TV shows (Apple TV+, Disney+, etc.) with over-ear headphones, this is the only “budget” option you’ve got. It’s the reason why I got a pair.

[@GYMCADDY]

Cause I don’t watch tv with headphones. Zero interest. That why I have a home theater set up.

[@panda1412.]

Imagine buying a pair of shit headphones to watch shit TV 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@andrewhadjioannou1587]

Which headphone does that?

[@flyingfly16]

@@andrewhadjioannou1587 Beats Studio Pro and all Airpods

[@leonmason77]

@@GYMCADDYbut what about the people that do?! Surely a good reviewer caters for all users instead of trying to belittle those that watch films on the go like me.

[@PortableMediaReviews]

Perhaps I’m the only one, but I actually prefer a tighter clamping force than most people. I don’t like having to constantly readjust my headphones because they’re too loose. For reference, I own the XM4s and the Studio Pro’s.

[@jay_snagz]

Which one do you like better, like which one has better sound to you? Because I’m between getting either one

[@1xBossup]

@@jay_snagzGet the XM4, I got the Studios a couple days ago and my Razer Nari Ultimate gaming headphones shit on them 🤦🏽‍♂️ and they were only $100. Im returning them today actually to get the XM4.

[@modelotime3608]

@@jay_snagzsony is better in sound and it has a eq

[@godalmightyismysavior197]

Thought I was the only one. I had beats studio pro and Sony m4 and I recommend the beats if you work with the headphones or go gym

[@HeronHideki]

As always an excellent review, I have my Beats studio pro still in the return period, considering exchanging it for Sony. But I'm afraid if they'll be useful in training at the gym. The beats in this regard are very versatile since they are not uncomfortable for me. It would be nice if our videos gave us an assessment of how these headphones perform in the gym and outdoor running. Including using wicked cushions to protect the cushions.

[@maybelois]

Hey just wondering which ones you went with in the end and how they are for running/gym

[@Mannyfoolup]

Did you end up returning the pros?

[@HeronHideki]

I returned then..but after few months i decided to bought new Beats Studio Pro again, specific for gym and work.

[@arunmohan7841]

@@HeronHideki Which one would u suggest for gym as well as i need to enjoy quality music

[@aidanjoseph1991]

Really helpful review! Thanks!!

[@joshualewis2367]

Yeah the Sony xm4 are still my favorite nc everytime I go Into Best Buy I try the xm5 and xm4 I love the xm4 better

[@andrianhumanoid3880]

As a headphone user I only trust your detailed reviews

[@uraniaxx]

Great video. I am impressed by how you demonstrated the ANC performance comparison under different conditions. Do you by any chance know which one of these headphones would block sudden, very loud bumping sounds? I have a noisy neighbour who would slam the door violently after midnight and early in the morning which gives me shocks and which is the major reason I am buying an ANC headphone so I can sleep better.

[@Eggs_Boiled]

ANC cant block out sudden noises as it needs a small amount of time to play the opposite frequency to cancel the noise. Just get earplugs or something that physically blocks the sound

[@uraniaxx]

I can’t sleep with things in my ears. I ended up buying the Sony XM4 a few days ago, because after testing out XM4s and XM5s in the store, I found XM4s fit more snugly around my ears so I thought they would physically block more noises than the XM5.

[@nomindvakabon619]

At 7:00 Sony released a software update for the Sony wh-1000xm5 and let it use LDAC while having multipoint connected at the same time. Just like the earbuds version that released 2 weeks ago.

[@GYMCADDY]

I think your right. I probably missed it cause I daily drive an iPhone so I don’t use LDAC all of the time.

[@CalebAlthouse08]

OKAY HEAR ME OUT. my mom has the studio pros, i personally didn’t like them, they hurt my ears for how tight they were, the quality sounded cheesy compared to my Sony xm4’s, and the side button is just not it. the one good thing about the studio pros was the noise canceling, the quality of that is great. but on the other hand i just bought the sony XM4’s and they are outstanding! they are so comfortable and the 2 different ambient sound modes are awesome, there is also so many “cool” features with this headphone such as the slide menu for skipping songs, volume adjuster and pausing music. it just feels so cool to be able to slide my finger on my headphones and skip a song 🤷🏻‍♂️ the noise cancelation is 10x better than the studio pros, there is so much bass and crisp sound quality with these, there is a mode where you put your hand over the side of the headphone and it dims your music so you can talk to people without it pausing or shutting your music off. I did my research with both of these headphones and have used them both. The Sony XM4’s is 100% the way to go.

[@asan1050]

GymCandy! Thank you very much!

[@210gnx]

I picked up some studio pros for Black Friday. They sound great but the clamp force has made them a bit uncomfortable so far, I’m hoping they loosen up a bit cause I like them, and at $169 couldn’t pass them up since the the xm5s were still out of my budget, but if they don’t meet my comfort expectations then I may have try and find xm4s

[@cwnapier67]

I have both in my house and the Sony is better in every way and I am an Apple guy. At the $149.00 price you got a deal, they are not $350 headphones

[@lordsluggg]

@@cwnapier67100% not in every way

[@DJSH98989]

Xm4cand xm3 are the goat. I have had my xm3 for 3yrs no issues at all

[@GYMCADDY]

Yeah but I think it’s time to retire the xm3

[@Parrothed5150]

I think the beats are the only ones that let you play lossless music directly through usb c

[@mrtoasteed7657]

Ngl i would rather get some budget headphones like the soundcore q30s or q45s instead of the beats studio pros(4 times the value). They are just not a good pair of premium headphones, they're more like mid tier headphones, but these are just my personal opinion.

[@Jurtaani]

I got the MX5's from the "buy Xperia 1 V and get them for free" deal and went from the old Sony wh-ch700n headphones to these ones. I listened this review with those MX5 headphones and if that active noise canceling demo was accurate, then those beats were closer to what my 2018 bought 100€ wh-ch700n headphones had. Also they delivered easily the worst noise canceling microphone experience from these three headphones. Similarly to the noise canceling demo road noise was ok but the beats failed when you did the coffee shop demo. Beasts truly struggled to differentiate between your speaking and the background chatter. Where as both Sony's had no difficulty listening to you and block the rest of the noise out. Those beats would be good at 150€ to 200€ price range, but anything more and you can easily call that a Apple tax.

[@GYMCADDY]

Yeah these beats are a big let down

[@EnlightMC]

Stopped watching just after 5:30. Bought the newer Sony headphones. Excellent review

[@dante_fazo3173]

If you don’t mind me asking what made you choose the Sony xm5 headphones, it’ll help me make my decision

[@EnlightMC]

@@dante_fazo3173 I ended up having the XM4 and XM5. I initially bought the xm4 but could get the 5s on a BNPL. Listening to both, 4s have more bass, but it’s slightly “dirty.” XM5 has more precise sounds and a smoother bass. You hear more background stuff on the XM5 without bass overpowering everything. I love the 5s.

[@miggymaglente6008]

Video suggestion: Why not compare the Original Sony MDR1000x (if you had those😅), Xm2, Xm3, Xm4, & Xm5 to each other and see how far has Sony improved ever since the release of their noice cancelling lineup. Just a suggestion😊

[@GYMCADDY]

Well, when I review products I compre them to their 2 past predecessors. Xm2 and xm1 are near impossible to find now.

[@drew5992]

The beats are awesome for the gym

[@TruckingTendencies]

11:12 just because you can’t hear a fart dosnt mean can’t smell it ! Nice review

[@ravemachine517]

Great info, great channel. Thank you very much!

[@Jpvashon]

Beats Studio Pro are easily the most comfortable for me.

[@DBP-YT]

For what have seen about the ANC on the Beats, I don't think that they even stand a chance with Sony's products. I've sensory issues and don't tolerate headphones much time so, I don't plan on getting something that expensive (my max is 100€) I will get the WH-CH720N

[@Jurtaani]

If they are similar in terms of performance and sound quality, than the older wh-ch700n headphones were. Then you will be happy with them. Though at least the old wh-ch700n noise canceling was really good only for steady stuff like buss or airplane travel and wasn't that good with street chatter or that coffee shop type stuff. But sound quality was really good on the old wh-ch700n and only reason why I upgraded to the MX5's were because I got them with my Xperia 1 V phone. Yes i never have tried those newer 700 series headphones, but if they are anything like my 700n were, then those 720N will be good ones.

[@GYMCADDY]

Im also going to compre the beats to Sonys cheaper headphones

[@DtotheS2595]

I use the beats for the gym. I paid 160 new. So it’s a win

[@pnwtim503]

Excellent comparison, ty

[@drakata27]

Is it worth picking up the XM5 for £260 instead of the XM4 for £200? I am leaning towards the XM4s I like their design better and they cost less also I am a casual listener just want headphones for gym and music while travelling.

[@chuyito82041]

Awesome review! Subscribed. I am going to return my beats because they have a weird popping noise when anc or transparency is on and they are not friendly to my big ears. I am going to go for the XM4 instead since they are on sale for 279 usd in best buy right now.

[@humbertorios6646]

Beats Studio Pro best for gym use. I which I would bought the sandstone color the black one gets finger prints other than that they’re perfect and I paid 185.00 on a members sale at Best Buy

[@docglock2330]

I have the Beats Studio Pro headset and honestly, for what I want them for, they’re dogwater. I’m sending these back and getting the XM5 headset.

[@Jiggy609]

details?

[@sinvtr]

ive had beats pros for years and even though they are chunky than most now a days, the noise cancellation is amazing, i dont hear shit outside and you can easily fold it away in your bag. i bought the xm5 and had to return them because the noise cancellation wasnt the best and to put them away would be impossible and i wouldnt want to hold or have headphones on my neck when im not using them. they did feel amazing and was very light though and had cool features but beats if you love loud music.

[@wolfe_1610]

Hey gymcaddy,could you link your song playlists.I’ve been listening to the songs you use in your headphone and speaker videos and I’m really digging the music

[@d.g.o4410]

Seems that the XM4s are the better option.

[@GYMCADDY]

I like them cause of comfort

[@gogumack]

Best review and comparison video ever!!

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

Sony is the Winner!!! 👊🏻😎👊🏻

[@d.g.o4410]

Seems like that’s the case.

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

@@d.g.o4410 Amazing Sony!!! 👍🏻😃👍🏻

[@Mingzhe583]

@@evelinecarolinelienhuaming11842026: introducing the sound core headphones 600 it has the best active noise cancellation that you will not regret buying it's the most comfortable headphones out there and😊 it sounds the best stop it so deep person

[@Fungusmynutsj]

​@@Patrickmathieu0482Sony makes the best ANC headphones on the market, what are you yapping about 😂

[@andreulriksen694]

Yeah we know

[@黃昱智-h9d]

LDAC can used by two devices ( 2023/7/23update)

[@zmanag5297]

So I bought another pair of the Sony WH 1000 XM4 recently and when I went to check the firmware, it said 2.5.3. So basically, when I turn the headphones on, they must’ve been manufactured recently enough to where there was no firmware upgrade required. But what I’m confused about is I can’t find 2.5.3 anywhere on the Internet. Do you know what 2.5.3 was as far as a firmware upgrade? Thanks, as always, I love the videos .

[@TheUditKumar]

My headphones are on 2.5.2. I haven't received any update.

[@zmanag5297]

@@TheUditKumar 🤔

[@vvs_Inder]

Does the sound leak?

[@victorrodridreuz47]

very nice compare the headphones

[@arunkumara8883]

Hey... what's your opinion about jbl tour one m2?

[@stickysquirrel5687]

I don't get it how can beats not beat the xm4 they're so old ... And cheap nowadays ? Ive had the xm4's for about 2 years now and love them to death but the fact most headsets can't even compete especially in comfortability makes me sad when i inevitably have to upgrade.

[@GYMCADDY]

Beats are just behind.

[@millel1986]

​@@GYMCADDYit depends on what kind of music you will use them for

[@MhmedProductionz]

How are the studio pros in terms of volume loudness compared to the xm4’s?

[@cliftonreeves8794]

Xm4s are louder. i got the beats and noticed they are surprisingly quiet compared to older models like the solo 3. They sound really good but aren’t loud at all.

[@michaelmike121]

just the video I wanted

[@jarradpredmore7012]

So the xm 4’s do not work with Hey Siri? Is that what I’m gathering?

[@lochness3]

How's the bass on the studio pros compared to the studio 3s?

[@Krackorn]

I own the Sony 1000 XM4 and always wondered if I should get the XM5 but you just sold me on buying my same xm4 again. Please someone sell me on the xm5!

[@spec8888]

thank you good vid

[@nicabc]

Should have thrown xb 900 series or 700 series in the anc test for the shis and giggles😂

[@GYMCADDY]

that's going to be a separate video

[@nicabc]

@@GYMCADDY Thats a great idea!

[@mustafacommunist795]

What about audio leak ?

[@varundabade5003]

Please compare momentum 4 with xm 4 and quite 45 after got OTA update 5 level equelizer on momentum 4

[@GYMCADDY]

Too busy for that right now sadly.

[@dustinoutdoors4443]

After having my Bose QC 45s stolen I was in the market for new headphones. I tried a refurbished pair of XM5s 200$ and the Beats Studio plus for 170$. The beats are pretty good with an iPhone and all that. I think they are worth the 170 dollar price tag but they don’t touch the Sonys on anything. The only thing the Beats do better is fold up and store away in a bag. The Sonys still fit in my bag fine though because they are pretty flat. The XM5s blew my mind. The Sonys win on sound, comfort, noise cancellation and phone calls according to people I’ve talked too. The beats are really good on transparency but the Sonys are maybe like an 8 if beats are a 9. The Sonys sound very good. Im thinking about getting the XM5 earbuds as well to replace my buggy and not reliable Sennheiser MTW3s. I also think the Sonys smoke the QC45s as well. Those are also 200$ right now and I’m not even thinking about those. I guess I’m a Sony fanboy now

[@Itsdonnietello]

Bose quiet comfort 45 vs the beat studio pros for a second headset

[@1k_platinum]

For 250 which ones should I get

[@Mujtabaakhan-u4g]

Would love to see JBL Tour one M2 Review as well.

[@JacobBlack2023]

I have them. Was so excited to get them and the sound quality is horrible. Comfort wise they’re amazing but I like to feel music in my veins and they lacked in that :(

[@dustinbergeron7508]

Beats is the winner cuz of bass more bass the better

[@BJPerryJr]

Will you be putting the Beats up against the Momentum 4s by any chance?

[@Akki_153]

I got sony xb910n around 9000 INR or 110 dollars are they good at this price range ?

[@sayok575]

Yeah bro is a bargain

[@butterflymusicberlin030]

Hey @GYMCADDY I want you to help me with a difficult decision. Would you rather get a Partybox 310 or the Sony WH1000XM4s? I already got the JBL xtreme 3 and i already got Sony in ears. But the Partybox 310 is in Germany at a sale for 350 Euros until September and the Sonys aren’t. But the Sonys only cost 260 Euros. Which one would you pick?

[@pixelreflectorpro]

Different use cases if you're doing parties 310, listening to music in peace xm4

[@FLEX.609]

Is the Sony X5 louder than the Studio Beats Pro

[@mckenziecantu4854]

What’s your opinion now with Beats’ $150 price drop ? 👀

[@zhiamako]

Watching this video kinda makes me feel like even the WH1000XM3 could beat the Beats easily

[@GYMCADDY]

yeah, they can, they have better ANC than the XM4.

[@zhiamako]

@@GYMCADDY Pretty happy that I grabbed a new pair of them at $250 USD like four months ago, love them and apparently they're still top notch

[@vincentforonda7381]

honestly the sound quality of the beats studio pro is way better than the two.. the only things standout to those sony are the comfort ,anc some features like sensor detectors..

[@geminixnet]

lol the sound quality on the beats is better? Have you used both headphones? If so, you need your hearing checked. Objectively, both the Sony's are better than the Apple Beats Studio 3s. The Sony's have better sound stage separation and can play back a wider range of frequencies. Now, your opinion may be that the Beats sound better to you, however they are measurably worse than the two Sony's. You're paying $350 for a pair of headphones that cost Apple about $25 to build. Have fun with that.

[@PortableMediaReviews]

@@geminixnetcould you be anymore condescending dude?

[@brandonsmith6962]

Yeah beats sound way better they just uncomfortable

[@Searchforpeace1032]

I’m the same with you to me Sony sound more airy they may be better but I’ve just used beats so long I’m used to that up In your face sound

[@ndimageryanddownoutproduct1071]

@@geminixnetI think the beats sound better too

[@NawlinstoVegas]

Sony Bias is always going to creep into a review. Beats are now 179.00 as opposed to over 270 to 350

[@GYMCADDY]

You can do whatever you want 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@chxppabeam]

Im sure apple only used the usb c to complement the upcoming iPhone 15

[@mauibuilder1239]

I liked the Sony 1000XM4 until they broke and I only use them at home. 🤔

[@cd4playa1245]

The issue I have with the studio pros is they are very uncomfortable for me up top as a balding man. There’s virtually no padding. Like what does Joe Rogan have, those look like the most comfortable headphones ever designed for a bald guy. 😂

[@Donalgodon47]

Beats Studio pro team

[@RaghavSethi0923]

Review jbl tour one m2

[@ghostpimp]

You should get a new mic bro

[@godalmightyismysavior197]

Beats are great for the gym and working but Sony keeps falling off

[@KxC-FK6349]

Imma say xm4

[@solomoe2]

Beats are now 180

[@arjunmohandas8870]

Lol Apple will cheap out on everything or will make it costly as hell. Such an adamant stubborn company

[@joetraina6844]

Darth Vader for the win. Boom.

[@mateolinders]

The beats suck don’t buy them Sonys are superior in every way

[@alirazmara3108]

Beats don’t stand a chance…

[@GYMCADDY]

But with all the praise they got you would assume that they did

[@gilmercina3320]

Spanish 👍

[@elijahfrancis2520]

So in other words there is nothing "pro" about the Beats.

[@GYMCADDY]

yeah, but people get mad when I call it out

[@elijahfrancis2520]

@@GYMCADDY You can't please everyone. Keep doing your thing.

[@deykno87]

Beats anc is better than midtier stop 🧢

[@GYMCADDY]

Ok, just wait till the Beats Vs wh-ch720 & xb910n video drops. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@deykno87]

@@GYMCADDY awesome 🤩 can’t wait 💯

[@rhettcardenas2141]

Just bought the Studio Beats Pro For $170,still not worth it Sony 1000xm4 is way better

[@noah_samples_ig]

Beats for 180..! What do u think?

[@drew5992]

I bought them for $169 and I like them and the clamping force helps in the gym

[@ashersouthard9999]

@@drew5992 about go go on sale for 100 on black friday

[@rhettcardenas2141]

I got them on that dale too,only worth it if you have not tried Sony or Bose