Believe it or not, the $299 Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 true wireless earphones are the more affordable entry in the company's new noise-cancelling lineup. They don't boast a dual-driver setup like the $399 Pi7 S2, but they still produce crisp audio. We’re also fans of the elegant design, which benefits from a modest level of dust and water resistance. Unfortunately, the active noise cancellation (ANC) isn’t as effective as we expect for the price and the companion app has very few useful features. If you're planning on spending $300 for your next wireless earbuds, both the Apple AirPods Pro ($249) and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ($299) offer far superior noise cancellation and more customization options.First-Rate Fashion Available in dark gray, light gray, light green, or lavender, the Pi5 S2 earpieces use a sleek combination of matte plastic and metallic elements. They ship with three pairs of silicone eartips (small, medium, and large) and feel comfortable. Inside the enclosu...
Bowers & Wilkins' expensive Pi5 S2 true wireless earphones sound excellent, but lag behind the competition with unremarkable noise cancellation and a bare-bones companion app.
Rich, bass-forward sound signature; Handsome design; Water- and dust-resistant build; Case supports wireless charging
Expensive; Feature-barren companion app; Noise cancellation isn't on par with competitors