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WF-SP800N
Wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with water resistance
Premium · top third of headphones
Quick take
In short: what each side says
Reviewers · Buyers — each opened up in full further down ↓
A comfortable, water-resistant sports alternative to Sony's premium earbuds with strong battery life and good noise cancellation, held back by an oversized case and incomplete feature set.
Owners love the sound quality, comfort, battery life and noise cancellation, but the bulky case and occasional durability concerns divide them.
All sides but one land high — Holds up — with one check: Sound quality assessment varies: some reviewers found it excellent and only slightly below the premium model, while oth….
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The verdict
What the panel makes of it.
The Sony WF-SP800N ranks third for workout headphones, backed by strong battery life and active noise cancellation that satisfy buyers (4.4/5 stars), though reviewers and owners alike balk at its oversized case and its unsuitability for pocket carry. Best suited to gym-goers willing to sacrifice portability for nine hours of sweat-proof performance and Sony's noise cancellation ecosystem.
Act one
What the machines think.
Several AI models read the category and place this product — model by model, list by list, over time.
Rank trajectory?
Weeks of movement.
Act two · ★ new
What the people say.
The same product, judged by the owners who bought and filmed it — what they praise, what they knock, who it's for.
Video reviews?
What reviewers actually say.
AI summary of 4 reviews · as of Jun 2026
A comfortable, water-resistant sports alternative to Sony's premium earbuds with strong battery life and good noise cancellation, held back by an oversized case and incomplete feature set.
What they praise
- Excellent battery life with nine hours per charge and active noise cancellation on, thirteen hours with it off
- Comfortable fit with optional stabilizing fins that prevent the earbuds from falling out during exercise
- IP55 water and dust resistance suitable for heavy sweat and rain exposure
- Strong noise cancellation performance for sports earbuds, approaching the performance of Sony's premium model
- Sony Headphones app offers extensive control over EQ, ambient modes, and adaptive sound features
What they knock
- Case is bulky and oversized for everyday pocket carry, significantly larger than competitor cases
- No wireless charging despite the large case size
- Requires careful ear-tip selection to achieve proper seal; included sizes may not fit all ears
- Touch controls force you to choose between volume control and voice assistant—you cannot have both simultaneously
Who reviewers think this product is — and isn’t — for
For you if
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What buyers say?
What Google knows about it.
Beyond the video critics, Google pools 856 buyer ratings of the WF-SP800N from across retailers — a far wider, if blunter, jury. Here’s the shape of that opinion.
856 ratings · 7 written
across 4 retailers
What owners single out
The case's bulk and poor pocket portability—flagged by video reviewers as oversized—emerges as buyers' weakest aspect, with one owner noting it falls out when sitting.
In their words
“I finally found the ear buds I have been searching for! They are perfect for my work needs: long battery life, voice activation, no wires, no fuss AND they sit comfortably in my ears. I am in LOVE!”
verified purchase · sony.co.uk
“Bought these earphones over a year ago and the quality has stayed the same. The sound quality is excellent. The ambient sound is good yet a little too quiet. The ability to use Amazon Alexa has been very useful. Any audio playing will pause when you remove the earphones which is an excellent feature. The case is a little big and clunky which causes it to fall out my pocket when sitting.”
Cd123 · verified purchase · sony.co.uk
as of June 5 · 856 buyer ratings?
Find your situation?
Made for some — wrong for others.
Who reviewers think this product is — and isn’t — for
For you if
Look elsewhere if
You need a proven, low-risk earbud from an established maker.
Sony is a mature, trusted brand with 856 ratings showing broad consensus; the product is settled and well-reviewed, making it a safe, predictable choice.
You value Sony's brand heritage and want a flagship sports earbud.
Sony brand tier 3/3 with strong positioning as a sports alternative to their premium line, but the 'held back by oversized case' verdict signals it's a step below true flagship prestige.
You love gear that feels premium and sounds exceptional during workouts.
Praised for excellent comfort, strong ANC, and extensive app control; the stabilizing fins and water resistance delight active users, though the bulky case dampens the sensory experience.
You demand best-in-class performance with no compromises.
High rating (4.4/5) and excellent battery/ANC/comfort, but the oversized case, touch-control limitations, and incomplete feature set versus Sony's premium model prevent top-tier fit.
You want solid wireless earbuds without overspending on premium features.
Mid-range street price with strong ratings and good core features (battery, ANC, water resistance), but the bulky case and missing wireless charging reduce value density versus cheaper rivals.
You want earbuds that work straight out of the box with minimal fiddling.
Requires careful ear-tip selection for proper seal and forces touch-control trade-offs; the Sony app offers extensive customization, which adds complexity for a simplicity-seeker. Consider Echo Buds (2nd Gen).
Grounded in our buyer-review, reviewer-video, price and successor signals — a poor fit names a closer pick · as of Jul 3.
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Frequently asked
What buyers want to know.
Is the Sony WF-SP800N waterproof?
The earbuds have IP55 water and dust resistance, which means they can handle heavy sweat and rain exposure. They are suitable for workouts and gym use but are not fully waterproof.
How long does the battery last on Sony WF-SP800N?
You get nine hours per charge with active noise cancellation on, or thirteen hours with it off. Reviewers note this is excellent battery life for sports earbuds.
Are Sony WF-SP800N good for working out?
Reviewers say they are a comfortable sports option with optional stabilizing fins that prevent the earbuds from falling out during exercise. Strong noise cancellation and sweat resistance make them suitable for gym-goers and runners, though the large case is less convenient for everyday pocket carry.
Do Sony WF-SP800N have noise cancellation?
They include active noise cancellation that reviewers describe as strong for sports earbuds, approaching the performance of Sony's premium model. The Sony Headphones app lets you control noise cancellation modes and adjust ambient sound features.
The recap
Where it stands today.
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