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Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones

Sony's top noise-cancelling headphones. Very good at shutting out a train or an open-plan office.

HIT 4.6 OUT OF FIVE

$442 $250 and up

The verdict

Hit: 4.6 out of 5, from 1 source and 330 reviews. The ratings are high wherever we looked.

Fair evidence

Where the score comes from

Based on 330 John Lewis reviews.

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Reviews aggregated
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5 Oct Last checked

330 John Lewis buyers average 4.6. Published reviews agree that the noise cancelling is among the best you can buy.

The complaints that come up across reviews are about fit and price. Some people find the headband grips too tightly, and they cost more than the XM5 did at launch. They also aren’t waterproof, so they’re not ideal for exercise.

They’re a big present for someone who commutes, flies a lot or works somewhere noisy. If they already have the XM5, the upgrade is small.

What reviewers praise

  • Excellent noise cancelling
  • Clear calls

What they complain about

  • Some people find them tight on the head
  • Dearer than the previous model
  • Not waterproof
Not for
Someone who'll mostly use them at the gym or in the rain. They're made for commutes and flights.
Price checked
October 5, 2026

Where to buy it

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