Sony WF-C500

The no-frills Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds deliver excellent audio you can tune to your liking for a relatively low price.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • DSEE restores high frequency sounds lost in compression.Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ear.Specific uses for product : Sports and Exercise
  • Up to 10hr battery life, total up to 20hr with charging case
  • Splash-proof and sweat-proof with an IPX4 rating
  • Easier, clearer hands-free calling
  • Small and light for a great fit and all day wear
  • Ergonomic Surface Design conforms to most ear shapes
  • Fine-tune your sound using the Sony | Headphones Connect app

PROS

+ Affordable
+ Excellent audio with rich bass and crisp highs
+ In-app EQ can deliver dramatic results, including seriously boosted bass
+ Water-resistant design

CONS

- Weak battery life (for the charging case)
- On-ear controls can be difficult to operate

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on November 08, 2021
The no-frills Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds deliver excellent audio you can tune to your liking for a relatively low price.
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By TechRadar on October 11, 2021
The Sony WF-C500 are incredibly affordable. As you might expect, this has led to compromises—but Sony’s kept them to a minimum, and delivered a very perky sound from very comfortable earbuds. They’re far from your only choice, mind you, with lots of competing budget wireless earbuds on the market.
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By Tom's Guide on August 03, 2022
The $99 Sony WF-C500 are great wireless earbuds for bass lovers on a budget
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