Beyerdynamic Amiron 300
Score: 70/100
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds (Midnight
Score: 66/100$390.72
Rankings
The Amiron 300 delivers audiophile-grade sound and LDAC high-resolution support in a compact, IP54-rated true-wireless design. Battery life is solid, and the app offers deep EQ customization, but ANC falls short of market leaders and touch controls feel finicky.
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 offers flagship-level sound with aptX Lossless, hybrid ANC and a premium build, targeting audiophiles and frequent travelers, though its price, dominant bass and limited app customization may deter some buyers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 hoursbest | 6.5 hours | |
15 mbest | — | |
10 mm | 12 mmbest | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
40,000 Hzbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 260 gbest | 289 g |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest |
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|---|---|---|
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 10 mm | 12 mm |
Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Classic, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 260 g | 289 g |
Ear Tip Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL | Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 10 hours | 6.5 hours |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Amiron 300 for its detailed sound and LDAC support, but note that its ANC lags behind top competitors and the touch controls lack refinement.
Everyday users love the sound detail, fit, and EQ app, yet many report ANC artifacts, case ejection issues, unstable multipoint pairing, and muffled microphone quality in noisy settings.
“Best sound I've heard in wireless earbuds - so detailed and clear”
“Love the app - being able to tweak the EQ makes a big difference”
“Fit is super comfortable, even for long listening sessions”
Professional reviewers laud the Pi8 for delivering reference-level audio performance, with particular praise for its clarity, expansive soundstage, and support for aptX Lossless, while noting the dominant bass, high price and limited app EQ as drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, calling the Pi8 the best-sounding earbuds they've owned and highlighting comfort, but they also mention bass-heavy tuning and touch-control sensitivity.
